KIDNEY DISEASES

This study looked at whether a 12-week program of exercise, a protein-controlled diet, and educational sessions could improve health in 15 people with early-stage chronic kidney disease (stages G1 and G2). The goal was to see changes in cholesterol, muscle strength, body composit…

This study tested a home-based lifestyle program for adults aged 50-85 with type 2 diabetes and chronic kidney disease. The program focused on healthier eating and exercises to prevent frailty, which causes muscle weakness and makes daily tasks harder. 120 participants were assig…

This study compared two types of surgery for removing kidney stones: standard PCNL and a smaller version called mini-PCNL. The goal was to see which one causes less blood loss and has fewer complications. 18 adults with kidney stones took part, and researchers measured things lik…

This study compared two ultrasound-guided nerve blocks—erector spinae plane block (ESPB) and quadratus lumborum block (QLB)—for pain control after laparoscopic kidney removal. Sixty-two adults having a donor nephrectomy were randomly assigned to receive one of the blocks. The mai…

This study followed nearly 6,000 people with kidney disease from around the world. Researchers collected routine test results like kidney function and protein in urine over time. The goal was to better understand how kidney disease progresses, not to test a new treatment. Partici…

This study looked at 268 adults with kidney failure who were on dialysis. Researchers used portable heart monitors to track heart rhythm problems and blood sugar changes. The goal was to see how these issues relate to the risk of heart-related death or other serious heart events …

This study tested a communication tool called "Best Case/Worst Case" to help older adults with end-stage kidney disease and their doctors talk about treatment options, including palliative care. Over 400 patients from ten kidney clinics took part, with some doctors trained to use…

This study looked at whether a substance called cystatin C in urine can reliably show kidney damage in children receiving chemotherapy drugs cisplatin and ifosfamide. These drugs can harm the kidneys, especially in kids, but current tests are hard to do on children. Researchers m…

This study looked at whether a tailored program of protein supplements and exercise can increase muscle protein synthesis in people with advanced chronic kidney disease (CKD) who are not yet on dialysis. 40 participants (patients and healthy controls) were involved. The goal was …

This study tested whether a program called ImPart-Multi, led by lay navigators, is practical and acceptable for Black patients with chronic kidney disease and their care partners. The program used education and telehealth sessions to help patients and their partners become more a…