Kidney & Urology
‘Western’ Diet May Raise Risk of Kidney Function Decline
FRIDAY, Jan. 28 (HealthDay News) — A Western-type diet that’s high in red and processed meats, saturated fats and sweets is associated with an increased risk of kidney function decline, a new study reveals. Eating more whole grains, fruits, vegetables, … Read more
Stroke Drug May Prevent Dialysis Catheter Infections
WEDNESDAY, Jan. 26 (HealthDay News) — Replacing the commonly used blood-thinner heparin with a clot-dissolving stroke drug in dialysis catheters once a week may reduce the incidence of catheter malfunctions and infections, according to new research. And also appears to … Read more
Donor Kidneys Travel Safely, Study Finds
TUESDAY, Jan. 18 (HealthDay News) — Kidneys from live donors that are transported across town or across the country are as safe to use in transplants as a kidney from a donor in the same hospital as the recipient, says … Read more
Kidney disease: are you at risk?
Kidney problems can sneak up on anyone. The cause could be an unrelated disease or something in your genes. If you answer ‘‘yes’’ to any of the questions below you could be a candidate for kidney failure. Visit a urologist … Read more
Acute kidney failure Treatment
Treatment Once the cause is found, the goal of treatment is to restore kidney function and prevent fluid and waste from building up in the body while the kidneys heal. Usually, you have to stay overnight in the hospital for … Read more
Acute kidney failure: Symptoms & Signs, Diagnosis & Tests
Symptoms & Signs * Bloody stools * Breath odor * Bruising easily * Changes in mental status or mood * Decreased appetite * Decreased sensation, especially in the hands or feet * Fatigue * Flank pain (between the ribs and … Read more
Acute kidney failure: Overview, Causes
Definition Acute (sudden) kidney failure is the sudden loss of the ability of the kidneys to remove waste and concentrate urine without losing electrolytes. Alternate Names : Kidney failure, Renal failure, Renal failure – acute, ARF, Kidney injury – acute … Read more
Acute arterial occlusion – kidney: Overview
Definition Acute arterial occlusion of the kidney is a sudden, severe blockage of the artery that supplies blood to the kidney. Alternative Names Acute renal arterial thrombosis; Renal artery embolism; Acute renal artery occlusion; Embolism – renal artery Causes The … Read more
Acute adrenal crisis: Causes, Symptoms and Treatment
Acute adrenal crisis is a life-threatening condition that occurs when there is not enough cortisol, a hormone produced by the adrenal glands. Causes of Acute adrenal crisis The two adrenal glands are located on top of the kidneys. They consist … Read more
Types of Kidney Disorders
Many types of kidney disorders have been identified so far. Different types of kidney diseases are caused due to different reasons and they show different signs and symptoms. The treatment method is also different for each type of disease. There … Read more
