Sources of Phosphate in the Kidney Diet: What to Avoid Based on New Guidelines

Elevated serum phosphorus in patients with chronic kidney disease (CKD) has been connected to vascular calcification, progression of kidney disease and cardiac-related conditions. Serum phosphorus…

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Case Study: Cause of Hemodialysis Blood Leak Alarm for Freshwater Near-Drowning Patient

Hemolysis is a rare—but possible—cause of hemodialysis blood leak alarms. The following is a recent single-patient case with laboratory verification that demonstrates red blood cell…

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Podcast: Approaches to Helping Reduce Hospitalizations for High-Risk Patients

Numerous studies have shown that a small percentage of dialysis patients lead to a disproportionate percentage of overall hospitalizations. Listen to this podcast, in which…

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Study: How Employment or Insurance Type may Affect Outcomes for Patients with End Stage Renal Disease

Although it is believed that employed or commercially insured dialysis patients can have better clinical outcomes and improved quality of life, there has been a…

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Time-Out Safety Check for In-Patient Dialysis Patients: 8 Questions for Clinicians

The health care industry continues to advance technology and work toward improving patient care. As care becomes more complex, health care workers are experiencing greater…

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Podcast: Education and Shared Decision Making to Enhance Choosing the Right Treatment for Each Patient

Many patients with chronic kidney disease receive default treatments that may not necessarily be the best option for their unique needs. Listen to this podcast,…

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World Kidney Day: Kidneys & Women’s Health

Women typically experience a survival advantage over men in the general population, but this advantage is largely attenuated for women with chronic kidney disease (CKD)…

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Health Industry Reactions to the New AHA/ACC Blood Pressure Guidelines

This past November, the American Heart Association (AHA) and the American College of Cardiology (ACC) issued new hypertension guidelines in an effort to clarify which…

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Podcast: The Current State of Kidney Transplantation

Kidney transplantation is a complex topic and there are many challenges, opportunities and recent developments affecting the transplant community. Listen to this podcast, in which…

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Podcast: Exploring Nephrology Practice Business Models

For nephrologists considering a new practice business model in today’s value-based landscape, identifying the most fitting option can be a challenge. Listen to this podcast,…

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