When people hear "kidney issue," they typically envision something glaring and painful such as kidney stones or infections. These are commonly accompanied by distinct warning signs, allowing for rapid ...

Discover how FGFR2 hypermethylation drives kidney fibrosis in ageing and what it means for future CKD treatments.

A new blood test can identify which individuals of African ancestry carrying high-risk APOL1 gene variants are most likely to develop kidney failure, years before clinical disease becomes apparent.

CHAMPAIGN, Ill. — A molecule made by bacteria in the gut can hitch a ride to the kidneys, where it sets off a chain reaction of inflammation, scarring and fibrosis — a serious complication of diabetes ...

Interstitial fibrosis progression at 1 year after kidney transplantation appeared no lower with corticosteroid use in low-risk patients. Corticosteroid use may not slow interstitial fibrosis ...

Researchers have identified type 5 collagen as a key factor in kidney fibrosis, revealing its potential as a biomarker to predict chronic kidney disease progression. A repurposed anti-cancer drug, ...

A molecule made by bacteria in the gut can hitch a ride to the kidneys, where it sets off a chain reaction of inflammation, scarring and fibrosis - a serious complication of diabetes and a leading ...

Patients with idiopathic pulmonary fibrosis and CKD have limited options for antifibrotic therapy. Mortality risk appears no higher for patients with chronic kidney disease (CKD) and idiopathic ...