The Role of Autophagy in Kidney Fibrosis and Tissue Repair Mechanisms
Introduction The basic cellular process of degradation and recycling of damaged cellular components is autophagy. The process does play an …
Innovative Treatments for ANCA-Associated Vasculitis
ANCA-associated vasculitis is a group of autoimmune diseases that cause inflammation in small blood vessels. Its two varieties are granulomatosis …
Nephrotic Syndrome and Pregnancy: Addressing High-Risk Factors
Nephrotic syndrome is a kidney disease characterized by heavy proteinuria, hypoalbuminemia, edema, and hyperlipidemia. Nephrotic syndrome can come in all …
The Role of Vasoconstrictors in Treating Cirrhosis-Related Kidney Failure
This complication is known as hepatorenal syndrome, and this seems to be the most difficult complication in patients with cirrhosis. …
Advances in Therapeutic Targets for Diabetic Nephropathy
Diabetic nephropathy (DN) is the most common and serious complication of diabetes mellitus, with millions of people worldwide. CKD is …
Long-term Outcomes After Acute Kidney Injury (AKI)
Acute kidney injury is an abrupt reduction in kidney function over hours to days. Such a condition is not only …
The Role of Angiotensin-Converting Enzyme (ACE) Inhibitors in Kidney Disease
Kidney disease is a global health burden in millions, especially with chronic kidney disease (CKD). CKD often progresses to end-stage …