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Caution: Many archived news links expire quickly from
parent sites. |
| Feb26 |
AKI electronic alert system backfires and increases interventions without improving outcomes. |
| Feb26 |
Medtronic to launch new phase II trial of renal nerve ablation (Symplicity device) |
| Feb26 |
Dabigatran has higher bleeding risk than warfarin in dialysis patients |
| Feb26 |
Blue-green algae (cyanobacteria) proliferating in lakes worldwide. |
| Feb26 |
Polysorbate 80 and carboxymethylcellulose - food emulsifiers, and metabolic syndrome |
| Feb25 |
The concept of minimizing regret in poker: an application for medical treatment? |
| Feb21 |
US Government radically changing dietary advice |
| Feb20 |
Bourbon virus - a previously unknown Thogotovirus, associated with AKI after tick bite. |
| Feb12 |
Rapamycin in bloomberg.com as an anti-ageing drug. |
| Feb05 |
BMJ study: Intensify BP treament when SBP > 150, but do it promptly. |
| Feb05 |
Rapid and unexpected weight gain after fecal transplant |
| Jan26 |
Hemodialysis abstracts from the upcoming Annual Dialysis Conference in New Orleans |
| Jan24 |
FDA committee recommends approval of drug to treat invasive aspergillosis. |
| Jan09 |
New variant of aminoglycosides does not impair hearing. |
| Jan09 |
Monthly dose of PCSK9 inhibitor lowers serum cholesterol |
| Dec19 |
Ibuprofen extends lifespan in yeast., worms, and fruit flies. |
| Nov18 |
Ultrasonography for nephrologists course Jan 10-11, 2015 |
| Nov17 |
JAMA: New hyperkalemia sorbent effective in reducing hyperkalemia |
| Nov06 |
Google genomics: storing thousands of genomes in the cloud |
| Nov04 |
New portable ultrasound device is disruptive technology. |
| Oct23 |
CDC guidlines for dialyzing patients with Ebola virus infection |
| Oct23 |
CDC guidlines for dialyzing patients with Ebola virus infection |
| Oct12 |
Harvard scientists produce insulin-producing pancreatic beta cells on a large scale. |
| Oct09 |
Off topic: Levi, Foschi, Hoeistad, and Essen: Abundant heat production... |
| Oct09 |
Off topic: One million times the energy density of gasoline. |
| Oct08 |
Off topic: The world has just changed, but you don't know it yet. |
| Sep01 |
New study confirms benefits of a low carb diet, even when eating some saturated fat. |
| Sep01 |
PCSK9 inhibitor arilocumab lowers cholesterol and cardiovascular events |
| Aug30 |
Novel heart failure drug shows great promise. |
| Aug03 |
Cyanotoxin factsheet from the EPA. |
| Aug03 |
Caruaru 1996 microcystin tragedy revisited (NEPHROL thread 2). |
| Aug03 |
Caruaru 1996 microcystin tragedy revisited.. |
| Aug02 |
Cyanobacteria (blue-green algae) in Lake Erie shut down Toledo drinkable water supply. |
| Aug01 |
Carbapenem-resistant enterobacter becoming more prevalent. |
| Jul23 |
University of Chicago's Dr. Fred Coe's kidney stone website and blog. |
| Jul17 |
Handbook of Dialysis, 5th edition, now available for pre-order. |
| Jul16 |
New concerns about the safety of niacin. |
| Jul14 |
Bacteria found in healthy bladders differ from those in women with incontinence. |
| Jul14 |
Hydrogen sulfide generating compound protects stressed mitochondria. |
| Jul14 |
U. Penn study suggests that donating a kidney does not affect life expectancy. |
| Jul14 |
Phase 1 trial launched of antibiotic that targets C. difficile. |
| Jul14 |
Transmission of hepatitis C from blood of patients who were successfully treated. |
| Jul14 |
Mucor fungus contaminating yogurt may be threat to consumers. |
| Jun30 |
Supercooling keeps organs fresh |
| Jun26 |
Saline shortage impacts U.S. hospitals |
| Jun22 |
Dr. Karl Nolph, in memoriam |
| Jun03 |
ERA/EDTA Congress News. Day 3. |
| Jun03 |
ERA/EDTA Congress News. Day 2. |
| Jun03 |
ERA/EDTA Congress News. Day 1. |
| Jun03 |
Baxter presents VIVIA HD machine data at ERA/EDTA |
| May29 |
Samsung plans to open source digital health gadgets. |
| May26 |
Nitrosomonas - an alternative approach to S. aureus decolonization? |
| May21 |
ZS Pharma presenting data on it's GI potassium sorbent in patients taking RAAS inhibitors at ASH |
| May18 |
Urine fibrinopeptide B can be used to detect venous thromboembolism. |
| May18 |
Difficult-to-detect bacteria in urine associated with overactive bladder symptoms. |
| May18 |
Auto and bus windshield washer fluid found to be a source of Legionnaire's disease. |
| May18 |
Benzodiazepine use for sleep markedly increase adverse events n heart failure patients. |
| May18 |
Kallikrein inhibitor ecallantide shows some benefit in ACEI-associated angioedema. |
| May18 |
T cells targeting CS1 kill myeloma cells in animals. |
| May18 |
Aspirin retards wound healing |
| May16 |
American Society of Hypertension 2014 Annual Meeting starts in NYC. |
| May13 |
Health benefits of resveratrol via red wine called into question by study from Italy |
| May10 |
Leadless pacing shows promise. |
| May07 |
FDA and the Heart Association and other agencies fight over aspirin |
| Apr22 |
Salt controversy back in the New York Times. |
| Apr22 |
Have we found the cure for atherosclerosis? D-PDMP a potential candidate. |
| Apr22 |
New test detects diabetic retinopathy at an early stage. |
| Apr22 |
Vancomycin-resistant MRSA identified in a patient in Brazil. |
| Apr16 |
Diabetes complication rate in the U.S. shows a sharp decline. |
| Apr15 |
NEJM - New drug regimen cures 90% of patients with hepatitis C and cirrhosis. |
| Apr15 |
Chromium supplements of no benefit in lowering blood sugar |
| Mar30 |
No ischemic EKG changes plus very low cardiac high-sensitivity troponin T levels rule out MI. |
| Mar30 |
Symplicity trial discussed by Drs. Gersh and Lerman. |
| Mar29 |
Negative SYMPLICITY HTN-3 trial results published in NEJM |
| Mar29 |
Evolocumab lowers LDL cholesterol by more than 50% (NEJM) |
| Mar29 |
SYMPLICITY HTN - 3: Renal artery fails for resistant hypertension |
| Mar29 |
Prophylactic rosuvastatin lowers risk of contrast kidney injury. |
| Mar29 |
New class of anticholesterol drugs lowers LDL by 50% |
| Mar17 |
Large meta-analysis exonerates saturated fat in terms of elevated CV risk. |
| Mar13 |
ITPA gene variants markedly affect risk of recurrence of hepatitis C after treatment. |
| Mar13 |
Some NSAIDs found to have weak antibacterial activity. |
| Mar13 |
Smartphones used to take images of the eye for sharing with health providers. |
| Mar02 |
Rare gene deletion that protects the obses against type 2 diabetes identified. |
| Feb28 |
Beta-blockade found to benefit ESRD patient survival and CV risk |
| Feb24 |
New form of pneumococcal vaccine (Prevnar 13) protects elderly adults. |
| Feb22 |
Open Biome (fecal material transplant company) FAQs |
| Feb22 |
Fecal transplantation becoming more popular; a company offers collection service. |
| Feb16 |
Apple working on heart attack prediction device based on wearable sensor. |
| Jan28 |
Are ozobranchid leeches the key to low-temperature preservation of organs? |
| Jan17 |
Google's smart contact lens project to be piloted to monitor blood sugar levels. |
| Jan16 |
FDA requests Class II recall of many versions of the Fresenius 2008 dialysis machine. |
| Jan15 |
Scribes in healthcare settings free up physician time to talk to patients. |
| Jan14 |
New device informs treatment of sleep apnea. |
| Jan14 |
Potential rewrite of human research guidelines will facilitate database studies. |
| Jan14 |
ZS Pharma announces positive results from extended treatment results of hyperkalemia drug. |
| Dec23 |
Portable retinal scanner developed for early detection of eye disease. |
| Dec23 |
Staph stopper vaccine developed at U. Iowa |
| Dec21 |
Ultrasonography for nephrologists course in Atlanta, GA, Feb 1-4, 2014 |
| Dec18 |
Blood pressure target in the elderly changed from less than 140 to less than 150. |
| Dec14 |
How HDL cholesterol reduces inflammation via the ATF3 gene. |
| Dec14 |
Tall people have lower amounts of coronary artery plaque. |
| Dec14 |
Magnetic resonance spectroscopy measures heart energy levels; predicts prognosis. |
| Dec14 |
Staph. aureus can lurk deep within the nose. |
| Dec14 |
Long-term use of proton-pump inhibitors linked to vitamin B12 deficiency. |
| Nov25 |
FDA removes certain restrictions from Avandia. |
| Nov23 |
Abstracts from the American Heart Association Scientific Sessions 2013 |
| Nov20 |
Nuts ! |
| Nov19 |
New study of spironolactone in heart failure fails to show improvement in many hard outcomes. |
| Nov19 |
Advanced CT imaging as good as angiography to detect CAD blockages. |
| Nov19 |
Gene therapy shows long-lasting benefits in patients with heart failure. |
| Nov19 |
Aldehyde compound stimulates UC-1 to burn body fat. |
| Nov19 |
Low-dose dopamine or nesiritide of no help in acute heart failure. |
| Nov19 |
Eveolocumab lowers LDL cholesterol in patients with marked hypercholesterolemia. |
| Nov18 |
Abatacept slows or halts proteinuria in FSGS. |
| Nov18 |
VA NEPHRON D Sttudy in NEJM: Combination ACE-I and ARB treatment for diabetic nephropathy with proteinuria found to be harmful. |
| Nov18 |
CORAL study reports negative results in the NEJM re stenting of renovascular HTN. |
| Nov18 |
Controversy over heart disease risk formula being applied as an indication for statins. |
| Nov18 |
IBM opens up Watson to developers. Some medical applications underway. |
| Nov18 |
AHA Scientific Sessions: Daily News |
| Nov18 |
7th Congress of the International Society of Hemodialysis, Okinawa, Japan, April 25-27. 2014 |
| Nov18 |
ISHD Hemodialysis University, Hyderabad, India, March 1-2, 2014 |
| Nov07 |
FDA ruling would eliminate use of trans fats from foods. |
| Nov05 |
Sofosbuvir, simeprevir, and ledipasvir combos may cure hepatitis C infection. |
| Nov04 |
Many herbal supplements do not contain what's on the label. |
| Nov02 |
Video evaluation allows measurement of surgeon's operating skills; link to outcomes found. |
| Nov01 |
New oral sorbent targeting hyperkalemia; trial results to be presented at ASN. |
| Oct27 |
New K-absorbing compound prevents hyperkalemia with spironolactone. |
| Oct20 |
Vitamin D therapy may not contribute to kidney stones. |
| Oct20 |
Diuretics and ACE inhibitors protect against dementia; beta-blockers and CCBs do not. |
| Oct20 |
207 nm UV light may be useful to prevent surgical wound infections. |
| Oct20 |
Gene silencing PPMO antibacterials developed to combat Acinetobacter infections. |
| Oct20 |
Bacteriophages targeting C. difficile: magic bullets against superbugs? |
| Oct20 |
Sleeping brain clears beta-amyloid via the glymphatic system. |
| Oct20 |
What is the law of urination and why is 21 seconds important? (Streaming video) |
| Oct13 |
2013 ESH/ESC guidelines for hypertension management (PDF) |
| Oct13 |
European Hypertension Guideline update helps fill U.S. void while waiting for JNC8 |
| Oct13 |
Application of honey to peritoneal catheter infection site as good as mupirocin. |
| Oct13 |
Master regulators control gene expression and may affect disease susceptibility. |
| Oct13 |
Body uses RNA interference to combat viral infections. |
| Oct13 |
Recombinant Human Prion Protein Inhibits Prion Propagation |
| Oct12 |
ASN 2013 Renal Week abstracts now available |
| Sep25 |
Rhabdomyolysis in cross fit training participants. |
| Sep25 |
Melatonin stimulates brown fat formation. |
| Sep21 |
Remote ischemic conditioning using blood pressure cuff in acute heart attack |
| Sep18 |
A mechanism to kill tuberculosis bacteria has been discovered. |
| Sep18 |
Arginine therapy may be useful to treat sickle cell disease related pain. |
| Sep18 |
Vaccinating cattle against toxigenic E. Coli could cut risk of infection in humans. |
| Sep18 |
Toronto study suggests that CABG is better than stent for diabetic patients. |
| Sep18 |
Childhood obesity quadruples risk of later hypertension. |
| Sep02 |
Study of saxagliptin for diabetes shows no increase in heart attack risk. |
| Aug27 |
ISHD Congress in Argentina: Cardiac and Metabolic Disorders in Hemodialysis. Sep 11-14, 2013. |
| Aug27 |
Video library relating to history of dialysis available at the ISHD website |
| Aug26 |
Copper from the diet may play an important role in Alzheimer disease in mouse model. |
| Aug20 |
Kaiser able to control 87% of subjects with hypertension |
| Aug16 |
Remote ischemic preconditioning via BP cuff increases heart surgery survival. |
| Aug14 |
21 genetic mutations found to account for 97% of common cancers. |
| Aug13 |
NRAA Annual meeting in Seattle, WA to include Medical Director Workshop Sept. 25, 2013 |
| Aug13 |
Scientific American reviews the evidence against fructose, and finds little. |
| Aug07 |
Ultrasound patch helps heal long standing venous skin ulceration of the legs. |
| Aug07 |
Long-term use of calcium channel blockers linked to increased breast cancer risk. |
| Aug07 |
New approach to treat diseases with inherited mutations of mitochondrial DNA. |
| Aug07 |
Eating a big breakfast: Pendulum swings back with new evidence claiming this is good. |
| Aug07 |
Are we smarter than a 10-year old? Quantitative biology yields new insights into bacterial metabolism. |
| Aug07 |
Off topic tech: If you use Chrome, all of your passwords are open to scrutiny. |
| Jul18 |
Pandoravirus and other giant viruses in the news; some found in humans. |
| Jul15 |
Lengthy diarrheal illness associated with ingestion of cyclospora-contaminated fruits and vegetables. |
| Jul13 |
Modified HIV vector used to cure 2 genetic disease in children. |
| Jul11 |
Rare mutation triggers race to develop new cholesterol drugs. |
| Jul05 |
Salsalate lowers blood glucose in type 2 diabetes. |
| Jul05 |
Brown fat activation may be responsible for accelerated atherosclerosis in winter. |
| Jul05 |
Drug resistant Staph. aureus commonly found in workers at industrial livestock farms. |
| Jul05 |
VeriGene test detects Gram positive bloodstream infections and resistance genes. |
| Jul05 |
DHA (in fish oil) reduces inflammation via maresin in macrophages. |
| Jun26 |
Reverse DNA vaccine improves pancreatic function in type 1 diabetes. |
| Jun25 |
NEJM: Intentional weight loss in overweight type 2 diabetic subjects shows no benefit on death or CV endpoints. |
| Jun23 |
Human organs could be grown from stem cells within pigs by 1 year from now. |
| Jun21 |
Silver found to have marked antibacterial properties when added in small amounts to antibiotics. |
| Jun14 |
ASAIO 2013 Scientific Meeting, Chicago, IL -- abstract link (.pdf) |
| Jun04 |
ISN World Congress of Nephrology Poster Presentations. |
| Jun04 |
ISN World Congress of Nephrology abstracts |
| May24 |
Itching linked to neural polypeptide B. |
| May21 |
Off-topic: "The world is about to change." |
| May16 |
American Society for Hypertension annual scientific meeting in progress in San Francisco. |
| May16 |
Robotic surgery decreases complication rate in markedly obese recipients. |
| May14 |
Institute of Medicine questions 1.5 g/day sodium limitation recommendations. |
| May09 |
Mortality risk for children on dialysis decreases substantially. |
| May07 |
Hospital cost database now publicly available -- shows large disparities. |
| Apr30 |
Atherosclerosis found in mummified remains of humans from preindustrial civilizations. |
| Apr26 |
Betatrophin may markedly increase insulin production in diabetes. |
| Apr24 |
Gut bacteria, lecithin, TMAO, and atherosclerosis in the NEJM. |
| Apr23 |
Sofosbuvir treatment for hepatitis C gives results comparable to interferon. |
| Apr16 |
Drinking beet juice lowers blood pressure by 10 mm Hg. |
| Apr09 |
Caveat physicus: Beall's list of scam open access journals and scientific meetings. |
| Apr07 |
Vitamin D deficiency impedes mitochondrial energy metabolism in muscle. |
| Apr07 |
Please wash your kieselguhr before filtering your beer. |
| Apr07 |
New theory implicating red meat in risk for atherosclerosis involves carnitine, intestinal bacteria, and TMAO. |
| Apr05 |
Hepatitis A virus has a cloaking device made from the infected host cell membrane. |
| Apr05 |
Renal Physicians Association's Guide to Nephrology Practice 8th edition now available. |
| Apr05 |
Walking as good as running to lower heart disease risk. |
| Apr05 |
Chronic pain commonly associated with ischemic stroke. |
| Apr05 |
Overweight in teenagers linked to later onset CKD. |
| Apr05 |
New meta analysis suggests benefits of salt reduction and dietary K increase. |
| Apr05 |
New meta analysis suggests benefits of salt reduction and dietary K increase. |
| Apr05 |
New meta analysis suggests benefits of salt reduction and dietary K increase. |
| Apr05 |
Malic acid mouth spay for xerostomia. |
| Apr03 |
Cholesterol-lowering eyedrops improve macular degeneration in mice. |
| Mar29 |
NKF Spring Clinical Meetings abstract search tool. |
| Mar20 |
Vel-negative blood type and transfusion risk now better understood. |
| Mar20 |
High potency statins increase risk of acute kidney injury (slightly). |
| Mar17 |
Macrophages found to play key role in regulating red blood cell levels. |
| Mar17 |
Olive oil plus yogurt combo most effective in achieving satiety. |
| Mar17 |
Aggressive fluid resuscitation in shock worsens risk of cardiovascular collapse in children in study from Africa. |
| Mar17 |
Semaphorin A rises acutely, then falls back to baseline after acute kidney injury. |
| Mar17 |
Cholecalciferol treatmen of African Americans with hypertension good. |
| Mar17 |
Hospital epidemiology study suggests that 1/3 of antimicrobial drug prescriptions in dialysis patients are inappropriate. |
| Mar17 |
Fluoroquinolone-resistant E. Coli strains becoming more common in elderly adults. |
| Mar17 |
Darbepoietin treatment does not improve survival in anemic heart failure patients. |
| Mar17 |
Contact sports change skin bacteria populations. |
| Mar17 |
Small fiber polyneuropathy - newly diagnosed nerve disease in children. |
| Mar17 |
Trio of biomarkers may help identify early stage kidney cancer. |
| Mar17 |
Warm extracorporeal perfusion of liver for 24 hours leads to successful transplant. |
| Mar15 |
New Handbook of Nephrology title available from LWW. |
| Mar09 |
Niacin drug plus antiflushing compound had substantial side effects. |
| Mar08 |
Mice cloned sequentially up to 25 times with no decrease in life span. |
| Mar08 |
New study validates anti-aging effects of resveratrol. |
| Mar07 |
Link to CRE story on CDC's MMWR |
| Mar07 |
CDC warns of carbenepam resistant Enterobacter (CRE superbug) |
| Mar07 |
High salt diet linked to activation of Th-17 helper cells and multiple sclerosis in mice. |
| Feb24 |
Fatal allergic reactions to Omontys (peginesatide) trigger recall. |
| Feb20 |
Hemodialysis abstracts from upcoming Annual Dialysis Conference in Seattle. |
| Feb19 |
New SARS coronavirus can spread like the common cold. |
| Feb16 |
MMWR: Synthetic cannabinoid use and acute kidney injury. |
| Feb16 |
JASN: Full text of RCT comparing hemodiafiltration to hemodialysis. |
| Feb16 |
Synthetic marijuana linked to acute interstitial nephritis. |
| Feb16 |
Dogs cured of type 1 diabetes by gene therapy. |
| Feb16 |
FHN study finds frequent dialysis associated with higher vascular access risks. |
| Feb16 |
Randomized trial shows that switching from HD to online-HDF lowers mortality by 30%. |
| Feb16 |
Cure for Chagas disease found? |
| Feb16 |
Are mycotoxin progenitor molecules found in grains responsible for kidney toxicity? |
| Feb16 |
Another study shows increased cardiovascular risk in women with high calcium intake. |
| Feb16 |
ADAMTS7, thrombospondin, genetics, and arterial plaque. |
| Feb16 |
Off-patent generic drug amlexanox may beneficially affect diabetes. |
| Feb16 |
New metabolic pathway identified in Staph bacteria as a target for novel antibiotics. |
| Feb16 |
Vitamin D potency varies widely in nonprescription supplements. |
| Feb16 |
Synthetic marijuana may damage the kidneys. |
| Jan21 |
Regular aspirin use associated with risk of age-related neovascular macular degeneration. |
| Jan10 |
High urinary bisphenol A levels in children associated with higher urinary alb/creat levels. |
| Jan10 |
DaVita announces drug supply agreement with Fresenius Medical Care. |
| Jan10 |
AWAK inks agreement with Baxter for wearable dialysis technology. |
| Jan10 |
GAO claims that Medicare is overpaying for dialysis. |
| Jan10 |
FMC and DaVita lose legal case in Florida challenging laboratory referral law. |
| Jan10 |
Hematuria risk index helps discriminate which patients need a workup for cancer. |
| Jan10 |
Data mining approach shows that a diuretic + ACEI or ARB + NSAID is bad for the kidney |
| Jan10 |
Sodium excretion by weekly and monthly cycles in men revealed by astronaut testing. |
| Jan10 |
Gene therapy reprograms scar tissue in damaged hearts. |
| Dec26 |
Elevated levels of C-reactive protein associated with depression. |
| Dec26 |
Blood transfusion associated with increased risk of heart attack. |
| Dec16 |
Gut bacteria may protect against atherosclerosis by making carotenoids. |
| Dec16 |
Anti-HIV drug protects leukoctyes against Staph. aureus infection. |
| Dec13 |
Endothelin antagonist sitaxentan good for CKD with heart disease. |
| Dec10 |
Reprogrammed T-cells using an attenuated strain of HIV result in remission of acute lymphoblastic leukemia. |
| Dec07 |
Kidney Care Partners initiative (PEAK) cuts initial dialysis patient mortality by 12%. |
| Dec07 |
CMS clarified position on outpatient dialysis for patients with AKI. |
| Dec07 |
Univ of Michigan and the Veterans Administration to set up VA kidney disease registry. |
| Dec07 |
Inadvertent injection of bleach into dialysis system probed by regulators. |
| Dec07 |
FDA issues new labeling requirements for heparin vials. |
| Dec06 |
Microbial stowaways in antiseptic products |
| Dec06 |
NKF-FDA workshop reviews endpoints for studies of chronic kidney disease. |
| Dec06 |
Protein that builds muscle after exercise identified. |
| Dec06 |
Beta-hydroxybutyrate, histone deacetylase, calorie restriction, and slower aging. |
| Dec06 |
Aspirin tablet coatings may give rise to aspirin pseudoresistance. |
| Dec04 |
Baxter purchase by Gambro a done deal. |
| Dec01 |
Single-treatment gene therapy targeting telomerase extends lifespan of mouse by 24%. |
| Nov30 |
Mystery coronavirus circulating in Middle East causes acute kidney failure. |
| Nov30 |
Dialysis patients speak video re infection control practices in 2012. |
| Nov30 |
DaVita in the news on CNN regarding accusations of Medicare fraud. |
| Nov27 |
More on the Baxter effort to buy Gambro. |
| Nov27 |
Dr. Joseph Murray, transplant pioneer, dies at age 93 in Boston. |
| Nov26 |
Heartbeat gives off more than 10 times the energy needed to power pacemakers. |
| Nov26 |
Genes controlling cortisol and aldosterone found to be implicated in human hypertension. |
| Nov26 |
Firms race to develop renal denervation catheters to treat hypertension. |
| Nov26 |
Baxter said to be in talks to buy Gambro. |
| Nov19 |
Nanotechnology cures multiple sclerosis in mice; are other autoimmune diseases next? |
| Nov18 |
New DaVinci robotic surgery equipment reduces 3 small incisions to 1. |
| Nov18 |
DNA sequencing helps tracks the course of an MRSA outbreak in real time. |
| Nov10 |
Loss of essential blood gene (Atpif1) leads to anemia. |
| Nov10 |
Trio of new drugs from Abbott shows high cure rate for hepatitis C. |
| Nov05 |
Pacemakers can self-recharge using the energy from a beating heart. |
| Nov05 |
Randomized trial shows benefit for chelation therapy for heart disease. |
| Nov05 |
Cinacalcet for hyperparathyroidism trial results published in NEJM. |
| Nov05 |
NEJM: Coronary revascularization better than percutaneous procedures for diabetic patients. |
| Nov05 |
Tolvaptan for polycystic kidney disease trial published in NEJM. |
| Nov05 |
Chicago area facilities board rejects plans for several new dialysis units from FMC and US Renal |
| Nov05 |
ASN Kidney News - Kidney Week edition |
| Nov05 |
American Heart Association Scientific Sessions 2012 News - Sunday |
| Nov05 |
American Heart Association Scientific Sessions 2012 News - Saturday |
| Nov05 |
Nabilone shows benefits in managing pain of diabetic neuropathy. |
| Nov05 |
Eculizumab for atypical HUS shows promise on longer term treatment. |
| Nov05 |
CMS issues final policy for 2013 detailing policies and incentives in ESRD. |
| Nov05 |
Weight loss by bariatric surgery can lead to reduced bone density. |
| Nov05 |
Tolvaptan study shows promising results in polycystic kidney disease. |
| Nov01 |
Will nanosilver drainwater contamination pose a problem for dialysis? |
| Nov01 |
DOPPS practice monitor updated in October 2012 |
| Nov01 |
PKD foundation accepting nominations for LJ Kaplan prize until Dec 1. |
| Nov01 |
Sodium-modified hemodiafiltration use results in lower intradialytic hypotension |
| Nov01 |
Prolonged QRS and PR intervals in atrial fibrillation predict poor outcome. |
| Nov01 |
High blood resistin levels increase LDL cholesterol and impair efficacy of statins. |
| Oct31 |
IBM's Watson computer goes to medical school and takes the USMLE exam. |
| Oct29 |
Google crisis map for hurricane sandy |
| Oct25 |
ASN establishes foundation to fund kidney research: time for a cure |
| Oct25 |
Dr. Beth Piraino appointed as new President of the U.S. National Kidney Foundation. |
| Oct25 |
New treatment of malaria shows promise. |
| Oct25 |
Using human stool to treat C. difficile colon infestations is safe and effective. |
| Oct23 |
RPA: Write your Congressperson to support extended immunosuppressive drug coverage for transplant patients. |
| Oct19 |
Daily vibration combats prediabets in young mice. |
| Oct19 |
Bardoxolone study terminated by safety monitoring committee. |
| Oct19 |
Egg freezing works to preserve fertility. |
| Oct17 |
Kidney grafts function longer in Europe than in the United States. |
| Oct17 |
Lower chloride use in intravenous fluids may reduce risk of acute kidney injury. |
| Oct17 |
Cranberry juice unlikely to help in cystitis. |
| Oct16 |
Some turtles excrete more urea via the mouth than in the urine. |
| Oct10 |
Drs. Lefkowitz and Kobilka share chemistry Nobel prize for discovery of G-protein coupled receptors. |
| Oct10 |
ASN Kidney Week 2012 abstracts now available |
| Oct09 |
Kidney disease alters gut bacteria composition. |
| Oct09 |
Appeals court overturns 83 million dollar judgement against Fresenius. |
| Oct09 |
Neuroprotectant drug effective in maintaining brain function after aneurysm surgery. |
| Oct09 |
Bariatric surgery gives disappointing results in terms of sleep apnea. |
| Oct09 |
New class of antimicrobial drugs active against Staph aureus discovered. |
| Oct05 |
Eggs made from skin cells fertilized with male mouse sperm and give rise to seemingly normal mice. |
| Oct05 |
Incenter short daily hemodialysis associated with INCREASED mortality. |
| Oct04 |
Subcutaneous implantable defibrillator avoids the need for intravenous leads. |
| Oct04 |
National Kidney Foundation launches free magazine for CKD patients. |
| Oct04 |
Asahi recalls certain lots of Rexeed dialyzers. |
| Oct04 |
USRDS Annual Data Report now available. |
| Oct04 |
Cost-efficacy of diabetes screening called into question. |
| Oct02 |
UCSF artificial kidney program receives private donor funding. |
| Oct02 |
National Renal Administrators Conference to begin in Savannah, GA on October 10. |
| Oct02 |
Missouri attorney drops inquiry into DaVita without filing any charges. |
| Oct02 |
Increasing levels of FGF2 tied to age-related muscle wasting; reversed with an inhibitory drug. |
| Oct02 |
100K units of vitamin D per month does not reduce incidence of colds. |
| Sep27 |
University of Pennsylvania and LDOs to launch hemodialysis TIME trial as part of NIH HCS Research Collaboratory |
| Sep25 |
DaVita complains that it is being treated unfairly in Illinois by health facilities board. |
| Sep25 |
Oops! Nurse throws living donor kidney awaiting transplant into trash by mistake. |
| Sep25 |
New CDC report based on NHANES data focuses on prevalence of hypertension in US. |
| Sep25 |
Intravenous hypertonic saline solution reduces inflammation by shrinking cells. |
| Sep25 |
Lithium may not work in some patients; and these failures can be detect by lack of gene induction. |
| Sep25 |
Bacteriophages targeting Pseudomonas may be used to destroy biofilm. |
| Sep25 |
Use of bacteriophages to kill bacteria that causes acne: Is S. aureus next? |
| Sep19 |
Cost-effectivenes study of renal sympathetic denervation published. |
| Sep19 |
What's causing an epidemic of tubulointerstitial nephritis in Uddanam, India? |
| Sep19 |
DCI gives large grant to University of New Mexico to create kidney research institute. |
| Sep19 |
Compound found in purple corn reduces macrophage activation in diabetic nephropathy in mice. |
| Sep19 |
Oral insulin use delays appearance of type 1 diabetes. |
| Sep12 |
Deaf gerbils able to hear again after stem cell treatment. |
| Sep12 |
Fish oil supplement meta-analysis in the news (found no benefit) |
| Sep12 |
Serious adverse effects of fluoroquinolones in the news. |
| Sep07 |
NNCC announces availability of two advanced level certifying exams for dialysis. |
| Sep07 |
CDC MMWR emphasizes poor control of hypertension in the United States. |
| Sep07 |
Drinking green tea will help you find the hidden platform when you're older. |
| Sep07 |
Miniature glucose sensor may eliminate the need for needlesticks. |
| Sep07 |
Nonalcoholic red wine reduced blood pressure better than regular red wine. |
| Sep07 |
CKD patients have reduced ability to prevent vascular calcification. |
| Sep07 |
Anti-PLA2R antibodies detected in 70% of patients with idiopathic membranous GN |
| Sep07 |
ESRD program being examined as a model for cost-cutting in the Medicare system. |
| Sep07 |
Researchers decipher manic gene. |
| Sep05 |
Junk DNA turns out to play a major role in cell regulation. |
| Sep03 |
Protein found to regulate red blood cell size and number. |
| Sep03 |
Caloric restriction in monkeys fails to result in increased longevity. |
| Aug31 |
Manuscript describing effects of acetic acid and sodium diacetate on acid-base balance now available. |
| Aug29 |
Check your computer for presence of Java plugin that can leave it vulnerable to hackers. |
| Aug27 |
Renal denervation for advanced heart failure |
| Aug27 |
Niacin may help the body fight against Staph. aureus infection. via CEBPE gene. |
| Aug22 |
Just in time sequence analysis help solve how a multidrug resistant Klebsiella spread. |
| Aug16 |
CD4 T cells linked to immunologically-mediated atherosclerosis; vaccine may be possible. |
| Aug16 |
(+)-naloxone blocks opioid addiction by an immunologic mechanism. |
| Aug16 |
Obatoclax and flavopiridol for multiple myeloma. |
| Aug16 |
Meditation reduces activity of inflammation-associated genes. |
| Aug16 |
Glial lymphatic system identified in the brain. |
| Aug16 |
Toxoplasma gondi infection linked to suicide attempts; T. gondi risk higher in dialysis patients |
| Aug16 |
Adjusting and setting the dialysate total base concentration differs by dialysis machine. |
| Aug16 |
DOPPS Practice Monitor website |
| Aug16 |
CMS releases 2011 claims-based monitoring results - finds no change. |
| Aug09 |
NxStage protests lack of improvement in reimbursement for home dialysis to CMS. |
| Aug09 |
Thinner diabetics face higher death rate. |
| Aug09 |
CDC online course in infection prevention in dialysis units. |
| Aug09 |
Prof. Dr. Dimitrios Oreopoulos obituary |
| Aug09 |
Do neutrophils mediate insulin resistance in obesity? |
| Aug07 |
Is there an obesity paradox in diabetes? |
| Aug03 |
Apoptosis inhibitor fusion protein ensures recovery from acute liver failure in mice. |
| Aug03 |
Diacetyl, an artificial butter flavor used in popcorn, linked to Alzheimer's disease worsening. |
| Aug03 |
Suspended dialysis unit worker alleged to contaminate dialysate water with bleach. |
| Aug02 |
KDIGO releases new, 2012 version of anemia guidelines; 9.0 g/dL Hb is the new lower bound. |
| Aug02 |
Total nephrectomy for renal cancer associated with late erectile dysfunction. |
| Jul23 |
Higher serum bicarbonate associated with lower type 2 diabetes risk in Nurses Health Study. |
| Jul23 |
CMS announces initial group of practices participating in the ACO (Accountable Care Organization) model. |
| Jul21 |
Patient weight gain after change of acid concentrate supplier with same nominal dialysate sodium level. |
| Jul21 |
New body shape index, based on height, BMI, and waist circumference, predicts mortality risk. |
| Jul21 |
JASN early release: Rituximab shows good results in membranous nephropathy. |
| Jul21 |
JASN RCT finds no benefits of 3 phosphorus binding drugs on vascular calcification in predialysis CKD.. |
| Jul21 |
FDA: Seizure risk from cefepime in patients with renal impairment. |
| Jul18 |
FDA approves new phosphate-free colon cleansing prep. |
| Jul18 |
Trial of EPO pump underway. |
| Jul18 |
Are you one of the U.S. top nephrologists? Check the U.S. News and World Report list. |
| Jul18 |
FDA approves second diet drug within a month. |
| Jul18 |
Fresenius' Ulf Schneider talks about plans for global expansion, including china (video). |
| Jul18 |
Off-topic technology: Gaze control of devices may help subjects with impaired motor ability. |
| Jul18 |
In frail elderly, higher blood pressures associated with increased survival. |
| Jul18 |
Adding vitamin B12 to hepatitis C treatment regimen improves cure rate. |
| Jul12 |
NEJM op ed: Teaching physicians about costs of medical care. |
| Jul12 |
New technology allows visualization of biofilm cities at the streetview level. |
| Jul12 |
Circadian clock cryptochromes tied to development of type 2 diabetes. |
| Jul12 |
CDC (MMWR): Updated recommendations regarding hepatitis B infected health care personnel. |
| Jul12 |
Home dialysis conference to be held in October of 2012 in Baltimore. |
| Jul12 |
Kidney broker sentenced to prison as donor recalls doubts. |
| Jul12 |
Cucurmin reduces incidence of type 2 diabetes in randomized control trial. |
| Jul12 |
Chloramine - a concern not only for dialysis units but also for aquarium owners. |
| Jul12 |
Affymax inks deal to supply Omontys (peginesatide) to Fresenius in the U.S. |
| Jul12 |
Ethanol consumption quickly slows elevated bone turnover rate; protects against osteoporosis in women. |
| Jul12 |
Post-menopausal hormone therapy linked to risk of high blood pressure. |
| Jul11 |
Artificial Organs journal: Preprint of paper dealing with alkalinizing compounds in bicarbonate dialysate concentrates. |
| Jul10 |
JASN publishes paper comparing reimbursement for dialysis in various countries. |
| Jul10 |
FDA approves viral load test for patients with CMV infection. |
| Jul05 |
Consumer Reports rates pediatric practices in Massachusetts |
| Jul05 |
Avatar science fiction closer to reality than you would think. |
| Jul05 |
Short course of immunotherapy reverses type 1 diabetes in mice. |
| Jul05 |
Platelet drug eltrombopag increases platelet count in aplastic anemia. |
| Jul05 |
Origin of follicular dendritic cells found. |
| Jul05 |
Fracture benefits of vitamin D in the elderly appear only at doses greater than 800 IU / day. |
| Jul03 |
University of Louisville to partner with American Renal Associates for dialysis clinic. |
| Jul03 |
DaVita settles allegations of improper billing for ESAs without admitting any wrongdoing. |
| Jul03 |
CMS proposes increasing payment to dialysis units by 3.1% |
| Jul03 |
Large waist gives survival advantage in heart failure patients. |
| Jul03 |
Atkins type low carb diet best in terms of a higher caloric expenditure after weight loss. |
| Jun28 |
Favorable early results after renal denervation in CKD. |
| Jun28 |
FDA approves new weight loss drug lorcaserin (Belviq) |
| Jun28 |
FDA approves new prostate-cancer-detecting blood test - prostate health index |
| Jun27 |
FDA terms relabeling of Naturalyte and Granuflo concentrates to warn of total base content and alkalosis risk as a Class I recall. |
| Jun27 |
Fresenius changes its labeling on its Naturalyte and Granuflo dialysate concentrates to reflect total base content. |
| Jun27 |
Considerable variability found between 25-D assays. |
| Jun27 |
Atkins diets increase rate of calories burned, but also increase cardiovascular risk in women. |
| Jun23 |
Olmesartan side effects mimic celiac disease. |
| Jun20 |
Anti-adhesion molecule therapy for urinary tract infection. |
| Jun20 |
Tick bites associated with alpha-gal allergy. |
| Jun20 |
Higher urinary sodium output in the PREVEND trial linked to higher BP, uric acid, and albuminuria. |
| Jun20 |
Intestinal bacteria secrete neurotransmitters (GABA) that may play a role in inflammation. |
| Jun16 |
Fresenius memo to dialysis units regarding sudden death risk associated with dialysate base concentration. |
| Jun14 |
RPA June Public Policy video news brief. |
| Jun14 |
Viable stem cells harvested from cadavers up to 17 days after death. |
| Jun13 |
Hemodialysis machine (and TAH) designers please pay attention! |
| Jun13 |
CDC launches Web course on Infection Prevention in a Dialysis Setting |
| Jun13 |
Study of childhood type 2 diabetes reports unusually high incidence. |
| Jun13 |
Healthy human microbiome characterized. |
| Jun13 |
Thiazolidinedione use may increase risk of macular edema. |
| Jun13 |
Apramycin may be a useful antibiotic that causes little damage to hearing. |
| Jun07 |
Abiraterone shows good results in advanced prostate cancer. |
| Jun07 |
Sepsis in one dialysis unit traced to problems with reprocessing technique. |
| Jun07 |
High caffeine levels protective against Alzheimer disease. |
| Jun07 |
New myeloma treatment regimen shows good results. |
| Jun07 |
Why exercise has a beneficial effect on neuropathic pain. |
| Jun04 |
Harvard Nephrology Board Review Course for August 6-10, 2012 in Boston. |
| Jun03 |
Salt intake skepticism in the Sunday New York Times. |
| Jun02 |
World Congress of Cardiology poster presentation abstracts (186 page pdf file) |
| Jun01 |
Actos (pioglitazone) and bladder cancer risk: tempest in a pee-pot? |
| Jun01 |
Soft drink consumption linked to high blood pressure, but it may not be via fructose. |
| Jun01 |
Alcohol may trigger serious palpitations in heart patients with atrial fibrillation. |
| Jun01 |
Study vindicates Atkins type diet in terms of kidney function. |
| May29 |
KDIGO publishes 2012 practice guidelines for treating glomerulonephritis. |
| May29 |
FDA issues warning about use of high total base content hemodialysis solutions. |
| May29 |
Intensive glucose control in diabetes does not retard CKD progression (meta-analysis). |
| May29 |
Naturally occurring calcium isotope ratios in urine can detect early bone loss. |
| May29 |
AUF1 gene plays central role in aging, inflammation, and cancer. |
| May29 |
Exercise alone does little to improve nonalcoholic fatty liver disease. |
| May29 |
Prevalence of kidney stones doubles with obesity epidemic. |
| May29 |
Danish study identifies U-shaped mortality curve for serum 25-D levels. |
| May24 |
Another study suggests cardiovascular risk increase from calcium supplements. |
| May22 |
Microfluidic chip used as a rapid test for tuberculosis. |
| May22 |
900 dollar individual genome scans on the horizon. |
| May22 |
Fusion gene abnormality present in 50% of prostate cancers. |
| May22 |
New guidelines suggest to NOT give aspirin or warfarin to heart failure patients. |
| May22 |
DaVita looks to Accountable Care Organization model with new acquisition. |
| May22 |
Fresenius clarifies its response to risk of alkalosis with certain dialysis solutions. |
| May22 |
Abacavir side effects linked to autoimmune reaction. |
| May19 |
Looking away as you get stuck by a needle associated with less pain. |
| May19 |
Possible risk of sudden death with certain alkalosis-inducing dialysate concentrates. |
| May19 |
Bedbugs and dialysis units in the news. |
| May19 |
Short-term azithromycin treatment associated with increased cardiovascular death risk. |
| May19 |
Study of HDL genetic variants casts doubt on the beneficial impact of higher HDL levels. |
| May19 |
Five-minute unstructured chats with dialysis patients result in improved phosphorus and albumin outcomes. |
| May19 |
Robot-assisted surgery now favored to treat some kidney cancers. |
| May19 |
Air pollution reduction during Beijing Olympics associated with decreased platelet activation marker levels. |
| May19 |
New MRI technique can follow changes in brain pH. |
| May19 |
Mouse study suggests benefits of scheduled eating. |
| May19 |
Renal denervation shows encouraging results for resistant hypertension. |
| May16 |
Healthy food is not necessarily more expensive than junk food. |
| May16 |
Brain implant allows paralyzed patients to move a robotic arm with their thoughts only. |
| May14 |
USRDS reports increases in blood transfusion rate to dialysis patients of 9-22 percent in 2011 vs. 2010. |
| May14 |
Another study shows potential benefits of a higher fat diet in diabetic patients. |
| May14 |
Bone morphogenic protein 8B, brown fat cells, and obesity. |
| May14 |
Portuguese economy adversely impacting care of dialysis patients. |
| May10 |
White coat vs. white dress hypertension |
| May10 |
HDL cholesterol that contains ApoC-III is bad for you. |
| May10 |
LARIAT to tie off left atrial appendage for atrial fibrillation treatment vs. warfarin. |
| May10 |
JAMA paper shows CKD-EPI equation better than MDRD for estimating CKD mortality risk. |
| May10 |
Destruction of vagal afferents using surgically applied capsaicin for extreme obesity. |
| May10 |
More severe scleroderma in African Americans linked to certain antibodies. |
| May04 |
JAMA: Fish oil RCT shows some benefit in terms of AV grafts, but primary outcome was negative. |
| May04 |
Rethinking the medical school class lecture model. |
| May04 |
Aspirin and warfarin equally effective in heart failure patients. |
| May04 |
Combination of two mTor inhibitors reverses liver tumor growth. |
| May04 |
Two types of macrophage cell lines identified. |
| May04 |
American College of Rheumatology issues lupus nephritis guidelines. |
| May04 |
Use of earplugs in the intensive care unit reduces patient cognitive disturbance by 50%. |
| May04 |
Jogging shown to prolong life by 5-6 years. |
| May04 |
Cardiovascular risks of varenicline not confirmed. |
| May01 |
Gut microbe swap changes eating habits of rats. |
| May01 |
Randomized trial of hemodiafiltration vs. low-flux dialysis shows no overall benefit. |
| May01 |
FDA approves everolimus for treatment of kidney angiomyolipomas associated with tuberous sclerosis. |
| May01 |
Facebook sets up a mechanism for its users to declare their organ donor status. |
| May01 |
Renal denervation devicemakers in the news: Covidien and Maya medical. |
| May01 |
Nephros gets 510k approval from FDA for it's add-on hemodiafiltration module. |
| May01 |
Avastin and Lucentis similarly effective in treating wet age-related macular degeneration. |
| May01 |
Synthetic stool a potential treatment for chronic C. dificile infection. |
| May01 |
High uric acid levels a risk factor for hypertension in teenagers. |
| May01 |
Diabetes per se may not be a risk factor for contrast nephropathy. |
| May01 |
Twin study emphasizes benefits of prolonged sleep time in avoiding obesity. |
| May01 |
Dark side to beta-carotene supplements? |
| May01 |
Interferon treatment can cause depression. |
| Apr26 |
Survey of physician salaries in 2011. |
| Apr26 |
FDA issues safety warning about using aliskiren plus an ACEI or ARB in diabetes or CKD. |
| Apr26 |
Twice transplanted kidney at Northwestern in the news on CNN. |
| Apr26 |
More physicians calling the rounds at the newest ACOs. |
| Apr26 |
Want more bone cells and less fat cells? Endoglin may be the answer. |
| Apr26 |
Increased vitamin D levels may increase osteoporosis during calcium depletion. |
| Apr26 |
Donor kidney doesn't agree with you? Get it removed and give it to someone else. |
| Apr24 |
Dr. George Schreiner: in memoriam |
| Apr17 |
DaVita updated kidneysmart.org CKD patient education website |
| Apr17 |
Targeted ultrasound therapy for prostate cancer shows promise. |
| Apr17 |
ProPublica dialysis facility tracking website updated and in the news. |
| Apr17 |
Proteins can fold in a water-free environment and develop thermal resistance |
| Apr17 |
Twice the sodium in some fast foods sold in the US or Canada vs. France or UK. |
| Apr17 |
Survival better after partial vs. radical nephrectomy in kidney cancer. |
| Apr17 |
Caffeine use may help dry eye syndrome. |
| Apr15 |
Weekend off-topic: Yes, there is microbial life on Mars, detected 35 years ago. |
| Apr10 |
Percutaneous needling of urinary bladder detects presence of novel bacteria. |
| Apr10 |
New MRI technique may predict progress of dementias. |
| Apr10 |
Fish oil benefits questioned for heart attack and stroke survivors. |
| Apr10 |
FDA pilots an advanced technology program for ESKD. |
| Apr10 |
Selective renal nerve denervation benefits persist for at least 3 years afterwards. |
| Apr10 |
Higher blood glucose levels may benefit heart failure patients. |
| Apr05 |
Handheld plasma torch rapidly kills biofilm-encased bacteria. |
| Apr05 |
DXA scans suggest that BMI markedly underdiagnoses obesity prevalence in the U.S. |
| Apr05 |
As yet unidentified factor from fat stem cells can markedly increase glucose uptake in muscle. |
| Apr05 |
Salivary amylase levels determine blood glucose response to starchy food ingestion. |
| Apr05 |
Bacterial contamination found in pharmacy robots preparing IV solutions. |
| Mar27 |
FDA approves peginesatide to treat anemia in adult dialysis patients. |
| Mar27 |
Warren Buffet loads up on DaVita stock. |
| Mar27 |
LDL antibodies reduce LDL cholesterol by 70% in patients already taking statins. |
| Mar20 |
CDC reports on New Jersey efforts to reduce bloodstream infections in dialysis units. |
| Mar20 |
Antiplatelet therapy in CKD patients with heart disease called into question. |
| Mar20 |
With climate warming, U.S. residents face risk of contracting Chagas disease. |
| Mar15 |
CDC launches 54 million dollar ad campaign against smoking. |
| Mar13 |
Ben Lipps retiring as CEO of Fresenius; Rice Powell to replace him. |
| Mar13 |
Shiga-toxin producing E. Coli associated with correctional facility-run dairy. |
| Mar13 |
Eating red meat associated with health risks and shorter life expectancy. |
| Mar13 |
FDA nd Congress launches initiatives to deal with drug shortages. |
| Mar13 |
Mouse intestinal cells induced to secrete insulin, resulting in possible cure for type 1 diabetes. |
| Mar13 |
Botulinum toxin useful in treating overactive bladder. |
| Mar13 |
HIPK2 linked to kidney fibrosis. |
| Mar13 |
New laser-based photoacoustic ultrasound diagnostic method for osteoporosis |
| Mar08 |
FDA: Mercury poisoning linked to some creams designed to lighten or rejuvenate skin. |
| Mar08 |
CMS publishes draft incentive for next stage of physician EMR use. |
| Mar08 |
FDA considering making many drugs over the counter. |
| Mar08 |
Murder trial of alleged killing of dialysis patients by bleach injection begins in Texas. |
| Mar08 |
Donor stem cell transfusion helps achieve tolerance in the recipient. |
| Mar08 |
Animal studies suggest that nitric oxide gas inhalation after stroke improves brain perfusion. |
| Mar08 |
Scientist make revolutionary progress in electron microscope resolution. |
| Mar08 |
New class of drugs can reverse fibrosis in injured and diabetes-afflicted kidneys. |
| Mar08 |
Pretransplant extracorporeal normothermic perfusion of donor kidneys shows benefits. |
| Mar03 |
Selective renal denervation lowers LVMI from 112 to 95 g/m2 over a 6 month period. |
| Mar02 |
FDA: Statins and protease inhibitors taken together can increase risk of muscle injury. |
| Mar02 |
Touch cannulation technique for vascular access gets a vote of approval. |
| Mar02 |
Patient education video regarding dialysis choices. |
| Mar02 |
Is the Fresenius monopoly getting too big? FTC orders FMC to divest itself of 54 clinics. |
| Mar02 |
Inhibiting Forkhead boxO (FoxO) proteins preserves muscle mass in diseased mice. |
| Feb28 |
Bicycle riding can cause increases in PSA (prostate-specific antigen) levels. |
| Feb28 |
FDA adds diabetes, memory loss warning to statins. |
| Feb28 |
Diaverum diaysis provider now includes 250 clinics worldwide. |
| Feb26 |
How vitamin D inhibits inflammation |
| Feb26 |
FDA approves Helicobacter pylori breath test for children. |
| Feb26 |
Takeda's GP40 agonist drug lowers blood sugar in type 2 diabetes without hypoglycemia risk. |
| Feb26 |
Nicotine may cause vascular injury |
| Feb22 |
FDA advisory panel votes to approve weight loss drug Qnexa (phentermine/topiramate) |
| Feb21 |
U.S. Congress approves tax package, including temporary fix to Medicare MD reimbursement cut. |
| Feb21 |
New treatment for BPH better than standard transurethral prostatectomy. |
| Feb21 |
Link between polyneuropathy and prediabetes questioned. |
| Feb21 |
Fresenius UK chooses the charity that it will support for the coming year. |
| Feb21 |
Annals review of controlled feeding trials debunks idea that fructose leads to obesity. |
| Feb18 |
Four new drugs will change prostate cancer care. |
| Feb18 |
Hypervirulent resistant Klebsiella bacterium is next superbug in waiting. |
| Feb18 |
NNCC launches 2 new exams: Advanced CCHT and LPN/LVN |
| Feb18 |
Novaflux reuse technology maintains high-flux characteristics with reuse, improves filter life. |
| Feb18 |
New link identified between insulin resistance ant gut inflammation via fatty acid synthase. |
| Feb18 |
University of Alberta makes progress in developing hepatitis C vaccine. |
| Feb18 |
Polystyrene nanoparticle block gut iron absorption. |
| Feb14 |
Amino acid response pathway, autoimmune disease, tolerance, and a Chinese herb. |
| Feb14 |
Fresenius and Aetna launch CKD management program |
| Feb14 |
Stem cells can reduce scar tissue after heart attacks. |
| Feb14 |
Recurrent dehydration may the cause of mystery Central American kidney disease. |
| Feb14 |
CYBORD multiple chemotherapy regimen (using bortezomib) good for AL amyoidosis. |
| Feb14 |
Paricalcitol fails to improve LVH in CKD patients in randomized PRIMO trial. |
| Feb14 |
400 types of lipstick found to contain trace amounts of lead; importance unclear. |
| Feb09 |
CDC issues safety alert regarding proton pump inhibitors and risk fo C difficile diarrhea. |
| Feb09 |
Bexarotene rapidly clears Alzheimer type plaque from brains of mice. |
| Feb09 |
Virtual patient-doctor interactions being used by pharmacy store chain in Detroit area. |
| Feb09 |
Aethlon discusses hemopurifier results in terms of ability to clear blood of hepatitis C. |
| Feb09 |
FGF21 (this is NOT FGF23) good for reducing fat mass, but bad for bone density. |
| Feb09 |
Coronary artery disease in British males linked to common Y-chromosome haplogroup. |
| Feb07 |
Is obesity and nonalcoholic fatty liver disease contagious? |
| Feb07 |
Taste receptor type cells in the pancreas release insulin in response to fructose. |
| Feb07 |
Bread, rolls and biscuits are number 1 source of sodium in the American Diet. |
| Feb03 |
New Engl J Med Op Ed article questions wisdom of Medicare 3 year limit on immunusuppressive drugs after transplantation. |
| Feb03 |
Triglyceride levels predict stroke risk in postmenopausal women. |
| Feb03 |
Clopidogrel with aspirin does not prevent smaal subcortical strokes; increases bleeding risk |
| Jan26 |
Chemists synthesize artificial cell membrane. |
| Jan26 |
New NKDEP educational material for patients regarding CKD |
| Jan25 |
Seven percent of raw meat products sampled contained MRSA. |
| Jan20 |
Functional cure for HIV based on stem cell transplant from those naturally immune to the virus. |
| Jan19 |
Int Soc for Hemodialysis honors Dr. Lee Henderson with the 2012 Scribner Trailblazer Award. |
| Jan18 |
Mechanism of anticancer effect of metformin explained. |
| Jan17 |
Renal denervation surgery now available in Toronto, Canada. |
| Jan17 |
Electrocuting toxigenic E. Coli |
| Jan13 |
Drs. Steinman and McAllister to receive 2012 AAKP medal of excellence awards. |
| Jan13 |
New mass spectrometry method can characterize Staph infection within hours. |
| Jan13 |
NIH study shows that 32 million Americans harbor autoantibodies. |
| Jan12 |
What is irisin and how does it regulate brown fat tissue? |
| Jan12 |
Routine aspirin may cause harm |
| Jan10 |
Dabigatran linked to risk of acute coronary events. |
| Jan05 |
Phase 1 trial of hepatitis C vaccine shows strong immune reponse. |
| Jan05 |
Manganese may play an important role in osteoporosis. |
| Jan05 |
Low vitamin D levels linked to depression |
| Dec26 |
Some dialysis centers to get less money for failing to meet CMS quality targets. |
| Dec26 |
Mechanisms whereby sildenafil helps alleviate diastolic heart failure elucidated in dogs. |
| Dec22 |
Universal flu vaccine using matrix protein 2 shows promising results in mice. |
| Dec22 |
MMWR: Transmission of hepatitis C through transplanted donor organs. |
| Dec20 |
"Bath salt" intoxication leads to recurrent acute kidney injury. |
| Dec20 |
Eculizumab for toxigenic E. Coli- related illness. |
| Dec20 |
FDA issues draft guidance that medical device tests should include women. |
| Dec20 |
Elizabeth Barrett Browning had a disease having to do with potassium balance? |
| Dec20 |
Cryptochromes interact with glucocorticoids to regulate metabolic processes. |
| Dec15 |
Chewsing khat is bad for you if you have heart disease. |
| Dec15 |
Appeal for donated dialyzers for Gaza. |
| Dec13 |
B-cells that are active only in the gut, turning into monocyte-like cells there. |
| Dec13 |
Sugarcane nephropathy afflicts many, but cause remains a mystery. |
| Dec13 |
High hepcidin levels associated with immunosuppression reduction in liver transplants. |
| Dec13 |
CKD may cause breakdown of tight junctions between intestinal epithelial cells. |
| Dec13 |
Statins reduce plaque by affecting the CCR7 chemokine receptor on macrophages. |
| Dec11 |
One session of gene therapy for hemophilia B leads to prolonged increase in clotting factor. |
| Dec08 |
New purine synthesis blocking drug kills malaria parasites. |
| Dec07 |
New method proposed of genetically repairing sickle cell genes. |
| Dec07 |
New method proposed of genetically repairing sickle cell genes. |
| Dec06 |
U.S. FDA considering the relative efficacy and safety of Affymax to treat CKD anemia. |
| Dec06 |
EPO involved in the spread of cancer. |
| Dec06 |
Self-absorbing drug-eluting heart scaffold stent implanted in Montreal. |
| Dec06 |
Rotating night shift work increases risk of type 2 diabetes in women. |
| Nov28 |
Amgen negotiates 2 large anemia drug contracts with DaVita and Fresenius. |
| Nov28 |
Consumption o fcanned soups results in marked increase in urinary bisphenol A (BPA). |
| Nov28 |
McMaster study published in JAMA suggests a U-shaped relation between sodium intake and CV risk. |
| Nov28 |
Similar effects of beer and wine on risk of cardiovascular disease. |
| Nov21 |
Fresenius MCNA announces that Dr. Frank Maddux will be its Chief Medical Officer |
| Nov21 |
Higher blood 25-D levels (> 100 ng/dL) linked to new onset atrial fibrillation. |
| Nov16 |
Satellite Healthcare accepting grant applications until Feb 17 of 2012. |
| Nov16 |
Stem cell treatment improves severe CHF in Lancet study. |
| Nov16 |
ASN; PRIMO study shows no benefits of paricalcitol on LVH in patients. |
| Nov16 |
Higher dose statins reduce coronary artery plaque. |
| Nov16 |
American Heart Association Scientific Sessions website. |
| Nov16 |
Niacin may not improve hard outcomes. |
| Nov16 |
CETP inhibitor more than doubles HDL cholesterol levels. |
| Nov16 |
Ain't necessarily so dept: Hypertrophic cardiomyopathy associated with long life. |
| Nov09 |
Tear drops as useful as blood for monitoring blood glucose levels (in rabbits). |
| Nov09 |
Extra-carotid to internal carotid artery bypass surgery of limited value after ministroke. |
| Nov09 |
Potassium channels in the hypothalamus linked to blood glucose control. |
| Nov09 |
Most women with lupus can have successful pregnancy outcomes |
| Nov04 |
U.S. kidney broker arranged transplants in prestigious university hospitals. |
| Nov04 |
Medicare issues final rule for ESRD prospective payment system. |
| Nov04 |
Vitamin D study shows no mortality benefit in older women. |
| Nov02 |
Organ trafficking gangs force poor to sell kidneys to wealthy nation patients. |
| Nov01 |
FHN Nocturnal Trial results published in Kidney International |
| Nov01 |
Am Heart Assoc High BP Research Council Fall 2011 Meeting abstracts |
| Oct31 |
Extracorporeal shock wave therapy gives encouraging results in male impotence. |
| Oct28 |
Super Committee Dems ready a revised, scaled down Medicare health plan. |
| Oct28 |
New York kidney broker pleads guilty, faces 20 years in prison. |
| Oct28 |
Medtronic launches clinical trial of its renal denervation device. |
| Oct28 |
Sulodexide fails to show benefit in diabetic kidney disease in large trial. |
| Oct26 |
Furanocoumarin-free grapefruit may have less interference with prescription drugs. |
| Oct26 |
Kilogram and mole to be redefined. |
| Oct26 |
FDA panel to review anemia drug peginesatide (from Affymax) on Dec. 7, 2011. |
| Oct26 |
National Kidney Foundation names Bruce Skyer as new CEO. |
| Oct26 |
Visual MD video series explaining CKD (patient education tool) |
| Oct26 |
17 years in prison for two Brazilian doctors for removing kidneys for transplant prior to brain death. |
| Oct26 |
FTC orders DaVita to divest itself of 29 /106 dialysis units purchased from DSI to maintain competition. |
| Oct26 |
Apixaban better than warfarin for atrial fibritllation. |
| Oct26 |
Body colonization with sticky Staph may account for device-related infections. |
| Oct26 |
Taking at least one BP med at bedtime lowers cardiovascular risk. |
| Oct26 |
Patients who skip or shorten dialysis treatments will lower reimbursement to facility under new guidelines. |
| Oct20 |
American Heart Association issues advisory supporting population-wide sodium intake reduction. |
| Oct20 |
Final CMS ACO rule relaxes some requirements for doctors and hospitals. |
| Oct20 |
Elderly (over 75 years) die not infrequently due to aggressive prostate cancer spread. |
| Oct20 |
Abbott labs to spin off drug division as a separate company. |
| Oct20 |
CDC via MMW publishes usual sodium intakes of US individuals, 2005-2008. |
| Oct19 |
ASN alert regarding Deficit Reduction Committee and expenditures of critical importance regarding CKD |
| Oct19 |
Report links kidney stones to gallstones. |
| Oct18 |
St. Jude Medical announces first clinical use of renal denervation technology. |
| Oct18 |
Link to JAMA paper describing e-beam sterilized dialyzers and thrombocytopenia. |
| Oct18 |
Electron-beam sterilization of certain polysulfone dialyzer membranes linked to thrombocytopenia. |
| Oct18 |
BNP biomarker-guided therapy of heart failure markedly lowers complication rate. |
| Oct14 |
ASN Renal Week 2011 abstracts now available. |
| Oct14 |
MMWR (CDC): Incidence of heart disease in the U.S. declining from 2006 - 2010 (pdf) |
| Oct14 |
USRDS releases its 2011 report |
| Oct14 |
Vitamin E supplements at 400 IU/day associated with increased risk of prostate cancer. |
| Oct14 |
Higher serum 25-D levels of great importance in fighting off tuberculosis infection. |
| Oct14 |
Do variants of macrophage inhibitory factor gene account for access infections? |
| Oct14 |
Activating fetal hemoglobin production in mice reverses sickle cell disease. |
| Oct14 |
Bacteria-derived bile acids linked to efficacy of statins. |
| Oct14 |
JASN publishes a series of papers regarding genetic basis of kidney disease risk in Blacks. |
| Oct14 |
mRNA-mediated gene regulation shown to be of increasing importance. |
| Oct11 |
Thiazides may be especially useful to treat hypertension from calcineurin-inhibitor drugs. |
| Oct11 |
Link between FGF23 and LVH strengthened by studies in mice, rats, and patients. |
| Oct11 |
Chronic dialysis being initiated about 5 months earlier today vs. 10 years ago. |
| Oct06 |
Kidney recipients freed from need for long-term immunosuppressive drugs. |
| Oct06 |
Diabetic rats cured with their own stem cells |
| Oct04 |
DaVita piloting use of solar power in one of its Indiana dialysis clinics |
| Oct04 |
FDA outlines its philosophy regarding regulation of medical devices. |
| Oct04 |
Salt institute requests that U.S. agencies remove salt restriction from new dietary guidelines. |
| Oct04 |
Scrub your potatoes and leeks to reduce the risk of toxigenic E. Coli. |
| Oct04 |
AAKP educational videos for patients now available. |
| Oct04 |
Orexin is a hormone that fights (white) fat with (brown) fat. Are obese persons orexin-deficient? |
| Oct04 |
Washing your hospital scrubs at home? Water may not be hot enough to kill drug-resistant bacteria. |
| Oct04 |
Vitamin D deficiency common in patients taking oral steroids. |
| Oct04 |
Gut protein alphavbeta6 may be key to developing immune tolerance |
| Sep28 |
Congressional debt panel meeting in secret, looking at Medicare/Medicaid cuts. |
| Sep28 |
Saw palmetto no more effective than placebo for urinary tract symptoms. |
| Sep28 |
Prestart nutrition care associated with better survival during 1st year of dialysis therapy. |
| Sep28 |
Dr. Barry Straube honored with AAKP award. |
| Sep28 |
Hb target of 11-13 better than 9-11 in predialysis CKD patients accoding to a Japanese randomized trial |
| Sep28 |
New cystatin C eGFR equations available based on a new standardized cystatin C assay. |
| Sep28 |
Use of higher dialysate Na in patients with lower serum Na associates with better, not worse outcomes. |
| Sep28 |
Lowering dialysate sodium lowers systolic BP |
| Sep27 |
Eculizumab approved by FDA to treat atypical hemolytic uremic syndrome. |
| Sep27 |
Legistlation introduced in the House to extend transplant drug coverage. |
| Sep27 |
Pittsburgh hospital sued after live-donor transplant of hepatitis-C infected kidney. |
| Sep27 |
Plaque disruption explains heart attacks in women with normal coronary angiograms. |
| Sep24 |
USRDS study in NEJM emphasizes increased weekend risk in 3/week dialysis patients. |
| Sep21 |
New York nephrologist gets tangled up with an insider trading case based on nephrotic syndrome drug. |
| Sep21 |
Exposure to vehicle exhaust fumes from traffic can trigger heart attacks with a 6-hour window. |
| Sep21 |
cMyBP-C protein may be new diagnostic marker for acute heart attack. |
| Sep21 |
Study calculates Vitamin D requirement for dark-skinned subject living in Chicago as 2500 IU/day |
| Sep21 |
Continued immunosuppressant treatment of lupus in ESRD may boost survival. |
| Sep18 |
Risk of pancreatitis and pancreatic cancer with sitagliptin and exenatide highlighted. |
| Sep15 |
ADVANCE trial results suggest that intensive glucose control slows progression to ESRD in diabetic patients. |
| Sep15 |
Like yourself and other people? It could be due to your oxytocin receptor genotype. |
| Sep15 |
DaVita Clinical Research announces biorepository services to facilitate research. |
| Sep15 |
MRSA in the United States becoming resistant to combination antibacterial ointments. |
| Sep15 |
Response-guided multidrug therapy for hepatitis C can cut treatment time in half. |
| Sep15 |
Tufts University and the National Kidney Foundation in financial dispute over KDOQI guidelines. |
| Sep15 |
Harvard School of Public Health proposes new healthy eating plan. |
| Sep15 |
Grady hospital and Fresenius reach deal on dialyzing indigent undocumented immigrant patients. |
| Sep15 |
Cryoablation treatment of atrial fibrillation shows promise. |
| Sep15 |
NEJM: Apixaban better than warfarin to treat atrial fibrillation. |
| Sep13 |
Sensipar gets FDA label change focusing on hypocalcemia monitoring and seizure risk. |
| Sep13 |
Stored blood samples from CKD homocysteine study show that FGF-23 is risk factor for ESRD, death |
| Sep13 |
Pennsylvania woman donates kidney to son, then finds out that she's been fired. |
| Sep13 |
Body clock found to regulate platelet function |
| Sep13 |
Fish oil reduces the effectiveness of chemotherapy. |
| Sep10 |
HCN2 gene found to regulate chronic pain |
| Sep07 |
Long-distance runners still drinking too many fluids. |
| Sep07 |
Congresswoman who champions the cause of kidney patients asked if her husband's nephrology practice represents a conflict of interest. |
| Sep07 |
Undocumented immigrant dialysis patients in Atlanta being dialyzed only on an emergency basis. |
| Sep07 |
DaVita finishes acquiring dialysis units from DSI. |
| Sep07 |
CDP138 protein involved in insulin-stimulated insertion of GLUT4 into cell membrane. |
| Sep03 |
Atlanta undocumented immigrant dialysis patients at risk of losing access to care. |
| Sep03 |
FDA updates kidney failure warning for zoledronic acid (Reclast) osteoporosis drug. |
| Sep03 |
Poor sleep quality increases risk of high blood pressure. |
| Sep03 |
Off-topic: Ben Gurion researchers identify gene associated with myopia. |
| Aug30 |
Will the chocolate-eating craze impact oxalate load in patients with CKD? |
| Aug30 |
European Society of Cardiology 2011 symposium home page |
| Aug30 |
Donor heart arrives warm and beating in experimental organ transfer device. |
| Aug30 |
FDA recall: H and P povidone iodine prep solutions, swabsticks. |
| Aug30 |
Mayo Clinic and the Cleveland Clinic en route to becoming national brands. |
| Aug30 |
Higher salt intake and low activity linked to increased risk of dementia in the elderly. |
| Aug30 |
Higher patient costs for home dialysis patients in Australia. |
| Aug30 |
Survey of U.S. dialysis patients contends that they are largely unprepared for disasters. |
| Aug30 |
Satellite Dialysis continues to grow its incenter nocturnal hemodialysis program. |
| Aug30 |
European registry tracks outcomes with ablation therapy for atrial fibrillation. |
| Aug30 |
Weight-loss simulatino tool allows prediction of efficacy of dietary interventions for obesity. |
| Aug30 |
Adoption study underlines role of genetics in causation of heart disease. |
| Aug23 |
Worried about being exposed to radiation while performing interventional procedures? |
| Aug23 |
New computed tomography heart scan exposes patients to 90% less radiation. |
| Aug19 |
HHS cutting red tape to speed clinical trials |
| Aug19 |
Sirtuin activating drug prolongs lifespan in obese mice by 45% |
| Aug19 |
RenalGuard system (IV fluid infusion rate tied to Foley catheter urine output) shows benefits in preventing contrast nephropathy. |
| Aug19 |
High serum phosphorus may accelerate CKD progression, block effects of ramipril. |
| Aug19 |
Vitamin C dissolves Alzheimer plaques in mice. |
| Aug17 |
Web cam used to monitor hand hygiene in Japanese ICU hospital. |
| Aug17 |
Airborne latex allergens spread by cornstarch used to powder gloves |
| Aug17 |
Singapore AWAK (wearable kidney) in the news. |
| Aug11 |
T-cells engineered to kill leukemia cells. Complete remission in 2/3 patients. |
| Aug10 |
Younger Blacks fare relatively worse on dialysis. |
| Aug10 |
Soy tablets of no benefit in preventing bone loss in postmenopausal women. |
| Aug10 |
Panfungal vaccine based on injection of killed Baker's yeast? |
| Aug07 |
TEMPI syndrome: Perinephric fluid collections and erythrocytosis - what causes it? |
| Aug06 |
Federal grand jury probes DaVita |
| Aug03 |
Study finds why muscles weaken with age and identify a possible treatment. |
| Aug03 |
Effect of the debt deal on Medicaid and Medicare. |
| Aug03 |
DaVita launches pilot dialyzer recycling project in Southern California |
| Aug03 |
4-D Substudy suggests that low homoarginine levels associate with sudden death. |
| Aug03 |
Senators Durbin and Cochran introduce legislation to extend coverage of transplant immunosuppressive drugs. |
| Aug03 |
Colon microbes may be an important source of uremic toxins. |
| Aug02 |
JASN: Dipstick proteinuria a good test to predict rapid GFR decline. |
| Aug02 |
FDA to seek public comment on Institute of Medicine's rec to eliminate 510k program |
| Aug02 |
Fresenius acquires Liberty Dialysis and American Access Care Holdings. |
| Aug02 |
Technology: Tired of transferring those heavy patients from bed to chair? Call RIBA. |
| Aug02 |
Extracorporeal removal of Flt-1 in preeclampsia may have clinical benefits |
| Jul28 |
Gout prevalence swells over the last 2 decades and now stands at 4%. |
| Jul28 |
Baxter establishes Baxter Ventures to invest in developing therapies. |
| Jul25 |
New relationships between germinal centers and regulatory T cells identified. |
| Jul25 |
Fixdialysis.com cites recent newspaper articles about the dialysis industry. |
| Jul25 |
Eating the same foods, "meal montony" may help dieters lose weight. |
| Jul25 |
Lawsuit against DaVita by 2 former employees charges misuse of IV drug dosing |
| Jul23 |
Frequent Hemodialysis Network Nocturnal Trial primary results published. |
| Jul23 |
Metformin can reduce risk of polycystic ovary syndrome in susceptible young girls. |
| Jul23 |
Nephros gets FDA 510k approval for dialysate purification for its filters. |
| Jul23 |
Early intravenous fluid therapy may reduce risk of kidney damage after toxigenic E. coli infection. |
| Jul23 |
Elimination of HLA-B matching priority in transplant allocation helps minority recipients get a kidney |
| Jul22 |
New labeling requirements for meat additives, including brine solution, being considered. |
| Jul21 |
FDA approves ticagrelor (Brilinta) to treat acute coronary syndrome. |
| Jul21 |
FDA panel votes against dapagliflozin, casting doubt over the drug class of SGLT2 inhibitors. |
| Jul21 |
Stress cardiomyopathy is real and affects a broad range of elderly patients. |
| Jul21 |
Knockout model shows that kidney dopamine is an important modulator of blood pressure. |
| Jul19 |
Intravenous ribose helps recovery from heart attack. A potential dialysate additive to prevent stunning? |
| Jul19 |
Carvedilol found to improve intradialytic hypertension in pilot study. |
| Jul19 |
More on deadly webcap and fool's webcap (Cortinarius) mushrooms that cause renal failure. |
| Jul19 |
Kidney failure from eating poisonous mushrooms (probably Cortinarius orellanus?) in the news |
| Jul15 |
AAMI updates its dialysis collection for 2011. |
| Jul15 |
European studies find few benefits of near-normalization of blood glucose in type 2 diabetes. |
| Jul15 |
Brave new world. Hacking into the genetic code of E. Coli. |
| Jul15 |
CDC infection prevention guidelines for outpatient settings released. |
| Jul12 |
HHS releases health insurance exchange rules. |
| Jul12 |
French manufacturer Degremont buys Ameriwater. |
| Jul12 |
First completely synthetic organ transplant (trachea). |
| Jul12 |
Kv7.4 potassium channel in blood vessels linked to control of blood pressure. |
| Jul12 |
Cigarette smoking during pregnancy linked to increased risk of serious birth defects. |
| Jul12 |
Eating tree nuts helps diabetic patients lower HbA1c levels. |
| Jul12 |
Therapeutic hypothermia betters outcome post cardiac arrest - why not a dialysis system? |
| Jul12 |
FDA approves trial of renal artery SNS ablation by catheter using Ardian/Medtronic system. |
| Jul12 |
Higher sodium and lower potassium intake independently link to mortality in NHANES |
| Jul08 |
CMS-sponsored ICD-10 slideshows, teleconferences. |
| Jul07 |
CMS to hold open forum on its proposed ESRD Quality Improvement Program changes on July 14th. |
| Jul07 |
American Heart Association maintains its guidance about 1.5 g/day max sodium intake. |
| Jul07 |
Pelvic floor exercises not helpful in preventing incontinence in men after prostatectomy or TUR |
| Jul07 |
Cochrane Library review questions benefits of salt reduction in terms of hard outcomes. |
| Jul07 |
Time Magazine covers the European E. coli - HUS epidemic. |
| Jul07 |
Either excessively high or low sodium intake in pregnant rats adversely affects nephron number and kidney function in their offspring. |
| Jul05 |
CMS website page regarding updates to reimbursement for 2012. |
| Jul05 |
CMS proposes eliminating the minimum 10 g/dL Hgb target for ESAs. |
| Jul05 |
Off-topic: Brain-wave computer interface coupled with Second Life gives new opportunities to ALS patients. |
| Jul05 |
CMS looking at physician reimbursement and at auditing high-value codes. |
| Jul05 |
Anti-smoking drug varenicline may have adverse cardiovascular effects. |
| Jul05 |
NSAIDs associated with increased risk of atrial fibrillation. |
| Jul05 |
Alpha-tocotrienol, a form of vitamin E, may protect brain cells after a stroke. |
| Jul01 |
New rules provide relief for sleep-deprived medical residents (16-hour shift limit) |
| Jul01 |
CMS proposes rescinding signature requirement on lab requisitions. |
| Jul01 |
Resveratrol may mitigate disuse-atrophy of muscle and bone (in rats) |
| Jul01 |
E. coli can survive in streambeds for months. |
| Jul01 |
New hidden incision technique reduces scarring in kidney laparoscopic surgery. |
| Jul01 |
New class of antiangiogenesis drugs discovered from South American tree. |
| Jun30 |
FDA: New picture warnings to be placed on smoking materials |
| Jun30 |
New test measures vitamin D absorption from dietary sources. |
| Jun28 |
Collagen-binding protein allows dental S. mutans bacteria to attach to heart valves. |
| Jun28 |
AHA Webinar, slides showing use of tissue-engineered vascular graft. |
| Jun28 |
Visceral fat decreased by increased intake of soluble fiber and exercise. |
| Jun28 |
First blood vessels grown in the lab from cells implanted into patients. |
| Jun28 |
New hybrid minimally invasive surgical procedure to treat atrial fibrillation |
| Jun28 |
New genetic risk factors for lupus found in African Americans. |
| Jun28 |
Anticholinergic dugs, including diphenhydramine linked to cognitive impairment and mortality risk in the elderly. |
| Jun28 |
NEJM: Bardoxolone methyl improves kidney function in type 2 diabetic patients. |
| Jun25 |
EDTA/ERA 2011 abstracts site |
| Jun25 |
EDTA Congress 2011. Daily Congress News Links |
| Jun25 |
ADA Scientifc Sessions, June 2011. Home page and daily newsletter. |
| Jun25 |
American Diabetes Association Scientific Sessions - abstracts online |
| Jun25 |
BCG vaccine and the spleen: Both involved in a potential cure for type 1 diabetes? |
| Jun24 |
Eight week diet of 600 kcal/day can reverse early type 2 diabetes |
| Jun23 |
Blueberries for strong rat bones. |
| Jun23 |
NEJM: Telaprevir provides dramatic improvement in hepatitis C patients. |
| Jun21 |
Patients with insomnia? Try rocking them to sleep. |
| Jun21 |
Prostate cancer in mice cured with vaccine derived from human prostate cancer cells. |
| Jun19 |
E.Coli O104 that causes HUS sequenced and complete genome released. |
| Jun16 |
Florida transplant surgeon shot and killed by one of his patients. |
| Jun16 |
FDA Medwatch: Ongoing safety review in progress re pioglitazone and possible bladder cancer risk. |
| Jun16 |
Skype helps home hemodialysis patients link up with health care providers. |
| Jun13 |
FDA Medwatch: Risk of thyroid calcitonin tumors (in rodents) and pancreatitis with liraglutide. |
| Jun13 |
Aftermath of European E. Coli-related HUS outbreak - 100 may need kidney transplants. |
| Jun13 |
Trouble sleeping? A cool nightcap may just be the ticket. |
| Jun13 |
Aurora A kinase may contribute to polycystic kidney disease. |
| Jun10 |
France and Germany suspend approval for pioglitazone due to bladder cancer risk question; other countries not yet. |
| Jun10 |
FDA: Finasteride or dutasteride may increase risk of high-grade prostate cancer. |
| Jun10 |
Activation of specific nicotine receptors in the brain might control obesity. |
| Jun10 |
Baxter loses product liability lawsuit relating to Chinese heparin in Cook County court. |
| Jun10 |
Inhibition of insulin degrading enzyme may help control type 2 diabetes. |
| Jun10 |
More evidence that sprouts were the cause of the German E. Coli HUS outbreak |
| Jun09 |
CGRP made by skin cells linked to chronic pain. |
| Jun09 |
NEJM Perspective: Dialysis and U.S. Immigration Law |
| Jun09 |
FDA-mandated labeling change for simvastatin regarding risk of higher dosages. |
| Jun09 |
Pretreatment of mice with thymosin beta 4 induces cardiac repair after induced infarct. |
| Jun09 |
SHARP trial (simvastatin plus ezetimibe in CKD) results published in the Lancet. |
| Jun09 |
FDA: Myopathy risk of high-dose (80 mg) simvastatin close to 50%; limitations to use recommended. |
| Jun09 |
Growing role of antibiotic peptides. |
| Jun07 |
CMS to host Webinar on new features in Crown Web III on June 30th. |
| Jun07 |
Medicare to offer more waivers pertaining to e-prescribing noncompliance penalty. |
| Jun07 |
Minntech CEO Roy Malkin injured in single-engine plane crash. |
| Jun07 |
Gene therapy reverses type 1 diabetes in mice. |
| Jun07 |
Response rate to bisphosphonates depends on 25-D level. |
| Jun07 |
Usual dose of yearly zoledronic acid may be considerably higher than needed. |
| Jun07 |
Universal flu vaccine trials show promise |
| Jun07 |
Number of non O157 E. Coli cases causing HUS rising in the United States. |
| Jun05 |
E. Coli outbreak cause may be sprouts from an organic farm in Germany. |
| Jun05 |
HUS in U.S. travelers returning from Germany. |
| Jun04 |
FDA statement on E. Coli O104 outbreak in Europe and surveillance for this in the U.S. |
| Jun02 |
Teenager sold one of his kidneys for an I-Pad |
| Jun02 |
Toxigenic E. Coli causing HUS in Europe have been sequenced. |
| Jun02 |
New variety of MRSA originating in animals identified in Europe. |
| Jun02 |
More on the E. Coli outbreak. New strain. Spanish cucumbers apparently NOT the culprit. |
| Jun02 |
European E. Coli outbreak caused by toxic new strain. |
| Jun01 |
Histone deacetylase inhibitor reverses LVH in a mouse model. |
| May31 |
Cause of toxigenic E. Coli outbreak in Germany still undetermined |
| May31 |
Affymax/Takeda files new drug application (NDA) for peginesatide to treat anemia. |
| May31 |
Swedish gene analysis shows that venous thromboembolism has a hereditary component. |
| May31 |
NEJM: Eculizumab of benefit in children suffering from hemolytic uremic syndrome due to toxigenic E. Coli. |
| May31 |
Higher fat, lower carb diets pose little cardiovascular risk over the short term. |
| May28 |
Outbreak of E. Coli hemolytic uremic syndrome in Germany linked to cucumbers. |
| May28 |
Lactate shuttle in human tumors. Is chronic use of lactate-based PD fluid a risk? |
| May28 |
Biotrends report documents changes in vitamin D use with bundling. |
| May28 |
MGmin-LDL identifed as a subtype of LDL associated with cardiovascular disease. |
| May28 |
Whistleblower lawsuit against Renal Care Group for home dialysis supplies nets 82 million. |
| May28 |
Chronic estrogen exposure may increase blood pressure via superoxide; reversed by resveratrol. |
| May26 |
Addition of niacin to simvastatin fails to protect the heart and may increase stroke risk |
| May25 |
Nineteen percent of young adults found to have high blood pressure. |
| May24 |
Turkey tail mushroom found to be very effective in suppressing prostate tumors in mice. |
| May24 |
Heavy smoking tied to advanced kidney cancer. |
| May22 |
Analysis of the new Accountable Care Organization regulations from Kaiser. |
| May22 |
Epleronone reduces the incidence of atrial fibrillation in class 2 heart failure. |
| May22 |
IBM's Watson computer going to medical school - should "graduate" in 2 years. |
| May19 |
Avandia (rosiglitazone) REMS (Risk Evaluation and Mitigation Strategy) document. |
| May19 |
CMS offers new Accountable Care Organization options. |
| May19 |
NKF will suspend U.S. Transplant Games for 2012 due to economic constraints |
| May19 |
More on Avandia action by the FDA |
| May19 |
FDA pulls Avandia (rosiglitazone) from retail pharmacy shelves. |
| May19 |
Modifying Treg cells allows transplantation of human skin onto mice. |
| May19 |
Deuterium-enriched vitamin A slows rate of age-related macular degeneration in a mouse model. |
| May19 |
Dairy consumption does not elevate cardiovascular risk in Costa Rican study. |
| May19 |
Study compares three induction immunosuppressants, finds the cheapest one, alemtuzumab, to be noninferior. |
| May19 |
L-arginine-rich foods lower risk of pre-eclampsia. |
| May17 |
FDA advisory panel will convene to reconsider approval of fenofibrate |
| May16 |
IDOL, inducible LKL receptor degrading molecule, may be target for cholesterol lowering. |
| May16 |
CMS relaxes telemedicine privileging rules. |
| May16 |
Voters in Switzerland reject proposed ban on physician-assisted suicide. |
| May16 |
KLF14 gene may be a regulator of body fat, obesity, and cholesterol. |
| May16 |
UPMC live donor kidney transplant program reviews protocols after transmission of one case of hepatitis C |
| May15 |
Telemedicine monitoring of heart failure patients strikes out. |
| May15 |
Collagen-induced platelet aggregation blocker revacept - a possible role as a dialysate additive? |
| May13 |
FDA approves boceprevir to treat hepatitis C. |
| May13 |
New branch found of the fungal tree of life, fungi without cell walls. |
| May12 |
Desperate Americans buy kidneys from live donors in Peru. |
| May12 |
New HIV vaccine tested in macaques shows promising results. |
| May12 |
BMC Medical Ethics journal publishes report focused on dialysis patient scenarios. |
| May12 |
Nephros gets approval to market its dual stage ultrafilter in Canada. |
| May12 |
Five Star Healthcare offers insurance policy for dialysis unit providers. |
| May12 |
Losartan might protect against disuse muscle atrophy (in mice). |
| May12 |
Glucosuric drugs may help resolve persistent urinary E. Coli infection |
| May10 |
Women may be at higher risk of RCIN after coronary angiography than men. |
| May10 |
FDA clears test that distinguishes MRSA from MSSA (Staph aureus). |
| May10 |
Lund University researchers develop new test to diagnose lupus. |
| May10 |
Giving EPO to heart attack patients receiving PCI linked to increased infarct size. |
| May05 |
Nxstage reports record revenues for Q1 2011. |
| May05 |
Fresenius Q1 earnings call transcript. |
| May04 |
Off topic: This may be the real thing, folks! |
| May03 |
Large observational DaVita study suggests no increase in mortality risk due to reuse of dialyzers. |
| May03 |
DaVita launches wireless internet for its dialysis patients and physicians. |
| May03 |
Sodium retention action of thiazolidinediones linked to increased proximal tubular absorption. |
| May03 |
Link to EPOGH study in JAMA on urinary sodium and CV death risk. |
| May03 |
Ain't necessarily so: Observational study suggests lower sodium intake increases risk of death from heart attack and strokes.. |
| May02 |
Nephrogenic fibrosis symposium to be held at Yale University May 20-21. |
| Apr29 |
More on the Loyola U. Med Center live altruistic kidney donor program. |
| Apr29 |
Review of non-nutritive sweetners from the Diabetes Care journal |
| Apr29 |
Work more than 8 hours a day? You may be setting yourself up for a heart attack. |
| Apr29 |
Medical History: Kidney-related excerpts from the Encyclopedie of Diderot and D'Alembert |
| Apr29 |
USRDS 2010 Annual Report now available as an AJKD free online supplement. |
| Apr29 |
Avastatin equivalent to Lucentis for treating wet macular degeneration, but much cheaper. |
| Apr29 |
FDA panel recommends approval of telaprevir for hepatitis C. |
| Apr29 |
Thyroid supplements in the elderly increase bone fracture risk. |
| Apr29 |
Multiple staff from Loyola Medical Center have become altruistic live kidney donors. |
| Apr29 |
Flu vaccination improves hard outcomes in renal transplant patients. |
| Apr29 |
Ramipril efficacy in slowing CKD progression enhanced in obese subjects. |
| Apr28 |
Viral breakthrough in HBV treatment with nucleoside analogs may be due to noncompliance. |
| Apr28 |
Case report of a possible link between kava tea ingestion and rhabdomyolysis in a bicyclist. |
| Apr28 |
Artificial nose show promising results in detecting bacterial growth. |
| Apr28 |
Vitamin E helps reduce nonalcoholic fatty liver more than metformin in diabetic kids. |
| Apr28 |
Leprosy in the United States via transmission from armadillos. |
| Apr27 |
Life Options releases CKD patient education toolkit. |
| Apr26 |
Boceprevir and telaprevir each show promising results in patients with hepatitis C. |
| Apr26 |
CROWN Web 4.0 release documents now available on the Web. |
| Apr26 |
25D blood level differences explain 40% of difference in blood pressure between blacks and whites. |
| Apr26 |
STAT3 activation linked to cyst growth in adult polycystic disease. |
| Apr25 |
Dialysis facility inspections in the news (Des Moines Register) |
| Apr25 |
The cardiologists weigh in on how to treat blood pressure in the elderly.` |
| Apr25 |
Oops! High levels of omega-3s, as indicated by DHA, associated with high-grade prostate cancer. |
| Apr22 |
Prolongation of the QT interval on sudden standing a marker for sudden death risk. |
| Apr22 |
CDC issues new guidance on preventing bloodstream infections. |
| Apr22 |
Canadian patient data analysis emphasizes high mortality risk of central venous catheters. |
| Apr22 |
ACE inhibitors may trigger recurrence of breast cancer: an unexpected finding |
| Apr22 |
Ketogenic diet reverses diabetic nephropathy in mice. |
| Apr22 |
Common mucin production gene strongly linked to idiopathic pulmonary fibrosis. |
| Apr22 |
Pirfenidone gives promising results in treating diabetic nephropathy. |
| Apr22 |
Granulocyte-macrophage colony stimulating factor improves flu survival in mice. |
| Apr20 |
Only 3 types of people in this world if you're a gut bacterium. |
| Apr20 |
Intensified ultrafiltration in an attempt to control blood pressure linked to more access complications. |
| Apr20 |
Calcium supplements linked to increased heart attack risk in older women. |
| Apr19 |
A mother's diet during pregnancy can alter a baby's DNA. |
| Apr19 |
Some kidney donors have trouble getting health insurance from some carriers. |
| Apr19 |
Testosterone treatment of mild prostate cancer not associated with obvious risk. |
| Apr19 |
TH17 blocking drug halts multiple sclerosis in animal models, may also affect lupus. |
| Apr19 |
Low carb diet reduces liver fat more quicklly than standard diet. |
| Apr15 |
Apparent link between diabetes and diet soda may be confounding by indication. |
| Apr15 |
Meat found to be commonly contaminated with drug-resistant Staph. aureus. |
| Apr14 |
Midlife brain shrinkage predicts likelihood of Alzheimer dementia later on. |
| Apr14 |
ACO regulations: Some answers, more questions. |
| Apr12 |
Aloe vera extracts linked to tumors in rats. |
| Apr12 |
Am Acad Neurol issues guidelines regarding treatment of diabetic nerve pain. |
| Apr12 |
Evaluation of three disease management approaches to ESRD patient care (large pdf) |
| Apr12 |
Reversed hookup between individual RO machine and home dialysis machine led to hypercalcemia. |
| Apr12 |
Diesel engine exhaust filter can reduce heart-harmful particle level by 98%. |
| Apr12 |
Waiting for a kidney? Try Facebook. |
| Apr12 |
On-sitne heart attack response team provides median door to angioplasty balloon time of 47 minutes |
| Apr12 |
Vitamin D improves flow-mediated vasodilatation in overweight African American subjects. |
| Apr12 |
Like nuts? In the shell pistachios may be a good choice. |
| Apr12 |
25D levels below 15 mcg/L linked to increased risk of age-related macular degeneration |
| Apr08 |
Renalguard peri-operative fluid replacement system reduces incidence of contrast nephropathy |
| Apr08 |
Mayo Clinic study suggests chronic allograft nephropathy less common than previously. |
| Apr08 |
Accountable Kidney Care Collaborative to host webinar on April 26th detailing nephrology-based accountable care organizations. |
| Apr07 |
Ciliary neurotropic factor delivered by encapsulated cells may help age-related macular degeneration |
| Apr07 |
CMS eliminates 3.1% transition payment reduction from bundle. Kidney Care Partners comments. |
| Apr06 |
Watson Pharma gets FDA approval for generic ferric gluconate. |
| Apr06 |
Implanted neck baroreceptor buzzer lowers blood pressure in controlled study. |
| Apr06 |
Gut bacteria may convert choline to pro-atherogenic compounds. Caution re supplements. |
| Apr06 |
Vaccine against hepatitis C may soon become a reality. |
| Apr06 |
Like maple syrup? It may be good for you. |
| Apr06 |
Quadruple therapy gives promising results for hepatitis C |
| Apr04 |
New York Times article weighs in on palliative care and eligibility for dialysis. |
| Mar31 |
HHS releases proposed rule regarding Accountable Care Organizations (ACOs). |
| Mar30 |
HIV-positive donors for HIV-positive recipients? |
| Mar30 |
Antibiotics wrapped in nanofibers show dramatically increased efficacy. |
| Mar30 |
New patent legislation will change "first to invent" to "first to file". |
| Mar29 |
Large study using ambulatory BP monitoring shows that many cases of apparent resistant hypertension are really white coat readings. |
| Mar29 |
Small, randomized trial of renal denervation shows benefit in treating resistant hypertension. |
| Mar29 |
Feds to follow ProPublica and release previously confidential dialysis clinic outcomes data. |
| Mar29 |
Very high fish oil consumption may protect obese persons from inflammatory-related complications. |
| Mar29 |
Phase 1 safety trials for begin for deuterium-based drug targeting diabetic kidney disease. |
| Mar29 |
Whole fiber breakfeast cereat consumption associated with lower blood pressure. |
| Mar29 |
Nicotine found to increase blood levels of HbA1c in diabetic patients. |
| Mar29 |
Donor DNA in the blood is an early sign of heart transplant rejection. |
| Mar29 |
Prostatic artery embolization for BPH better than TURP |
| Mar26 |
Jan-Feb issue of Seminars in Dialysis temporarily available free of charge. Includes critiques of latest KDIGO CKD-MBD guidelines. |
| Mar26 |
Ain't necessarily so: Higher salt intake associated with lower mortality in diabetic patients? |
| Mar25 |
GAO issues reports on monitoring of oral drugs for ESRD patients |
| Mar24 |
CMS considering eliminating physician signature requirement for certain laboratory tests. |
| Mar24 |
Blood levels of 5 metabolites can predict subsequent development of type 2 diabetes |
| Mar24 |
Rockwell proceeding with Phase III trial of dialysate-added iron. |
| Mar24 |
Ok, you know about FGF23. But FGF19 may be even more important in glucose metabolism. |
| Mar24 |
Do you still ask about green or yellow phlegm in your patients who are coughing? |
| Mar24 |
Multidrug-resistant Klebsiella pneumonia found in Los Angeles County area acute care hospitals. |
| Mar24 |
NEJM: Pioglitazone lowers (by 72%) the risk of progression of impaired glucose tolerance to type 2 diabetes |
| Mar23 |
MMWR: HIV transmitted via living donor organ tissue |
| Mar23 |
Statins reduce relapse rate of prostate cancer after radiation therapy. |
| Mar23 |
Complement-regulating genes associated with severe pre-eclampsia |
| Mar23 |
Newly identified virus in China has high mortality rate, causes fever and thrombocytopenia. |
| Mar23 |
So if we cut out fruits (potassium) and whole grains (phosphate), we also cut out fiber. Is that a good thing? |
| Mar21 |
Finasteride use associated with prolonged period of erectile dysfunction. |
| Mar21 |
Partial kidney removal for early renal cancer may give better outcomes. |
| Mar21 |
Canadian observational data suggests that dual ACEI/ARB treatment is risky in the elderly. |
| Mar21 |
Reanalysis of 1958 experiment shows a path for creation of amino acids from primordial gases and elements. |
| Mar18 |
Vascular Access Atlas by TJ Vachharajani (large 70 page .pdf file) from Fistula First |
| Mar17 |
CDC recommends retesting live donors for HIV just prior to organ donation. |
| Mar17 |
American Regent recalls lots of injectable dexamethasone. |
| Mar17 |
MMWR: HIV infection transmitted from live donor kidney graft.. |
| Mar17 |
JASN: Use of aspirin associates with longer dialysis graft unassisted primary patency. |
| Mar17 |
Vasopressin receptors on intercalated cells required for aldosterone effects on hydrogen excretion. |
| Mar17 |
CMS declines to issue a National Coverage Determination for ESAs |
| Mar17 |
Cardiac injection of autologous stem cells markedly improves heart failure. |
| Mar17 |
Intensive care unit central line infections drop by 60% over a 10-year period. |
| Mar15 |
11beta-hydroxysteroid dehydrogenase type 1 linkes to apple vs. pear-shaped phenotype. |
| Mar15 |
FDA approves Gadavist (gadobutrol), a macrocyclic gadolinium contrast agent for CNS imaging. |
| Mar15 |
Microcamera no larger than a grain of salt enables microvessel endoscopy. |
| Mar15 |
Wnt receptor Frizzled-9 involved in bone mineralization. |
| Mar15 |
Testing tears for glucose content may be alternative to skin-prick monitoring. |
| Mar15 |
Snapin protein found to control insulin release from pancreatic beta cells. |
| Mar15 |
NEJM: Comments on the Frequent Hemodialysis Network daily dialysis study. |
| Mar14 |
Anaplasmosis, babesiosis, ehrlichiosis, oh my! |
| Mar12 |
FDA to issue proposed draft calorie-labeling regulations for restaurants later this month (March). |
| Mar12 |
Endothelin-A antagonist atrasentan reduces UACR in diabetics in small phase 2 study. |
| Mar12 |
Disruption of circadian cycle can lead to fatty liver. |
| Mar12 |
Coffee drinking linked to reduced stroke risk in women. |
| Mar12 |
Wnt1 can stimulate new blood vessel formation and also improve blood flow. |
| Mar09 |
Newly identified H1N1 influenza virus mutation results in greatly increased transmission potential. |
| Mar09 |
Doctors try new models to push health insurers aside. |
| Mar09 |
E. Coli O157:H7 linked to hazelnuts. |
| Mar09 |
Fresenius Medical Care acquires HemaMetrics Crit-Line business. |
| Mar05 |
NEJM paper compares loop diuretic strategies for acute heart failure. |
| Mar05 |
"Printing" new kidneys. Pie in the sky or pie on the table? |
| Mar03 |
Aranesp kickback case trial leads some participants to plead the 5th. |
| Mar03 |
Mar Cor announces heat disinfectable portable RO machine. |
| Mar02 |
Whistle-blowing nephrologist gets award from the FBI. |
| Mar02 |
New analysis of ACCORD study finds increased mortality with tight glucose control. |
| Mar02 |
Glycogen synthase kinase 3 beta (GSK3B) antibody lowers blood pressure in animals. |
| Mar02 |
New CPR method increases survival by 50 percent. |
| Mar02 |
Self-treatment of drug allergy rash with a tanning be can lead to toxic epidermal necrolysis. |
| Mar02 |
Higher diabetes risk in African Americans linked to lower serum potassium levels |
| Mar02 |
NSAID use linked to erectile dysfunction |
| Feb28 |
Abnormal cubilin gene linked to albuminuria |
| Feb28 |
Older patients confused about how to time taking of multiple drugs. |
| Feb28 |
Lead contamination found in cooking vessels sold in Philadelphia's Chinatown |
| Feb28 |
Gut bacteria can affect hepatic lipid metabolism |
| Feb24 |
Dietary sodium has a U-shaped association with CKD progression in type 1 diabetes |
| Feb24 |
FDA approves saxagliptin (Onglyza) labeling to include patients with CKD |
| Feb24 |
New proposal to allocate donor kidneys to younger patients being considered. |
| Feb24 |
Like pecan pie? |
| Feb24 |
Redesign of live liver donor matching network could result in substantially more transplants. |
| Feb24 |
Missing sugar molecule raises diabetes risk in humans |
| Feb24 |
Do CKD patients have a leaky gut, and if so, might dairy colostrum help? |
| Feb24 |
Fresenius Medical completes solid fiscal year, but sees lower growth in 2011 due to bundling. |
| Feb22 |
More CrownWeb simulations available |
| Feb22 |
Fresenius gets FDA clearance to market its home hemo dialysis machine. |
| Feb22 |
Routine measurement of central blood pressure becoming more practical. |
| Feb18 |
Where the sodium comes from: sauces, bacon, bread, milk, and cheese |
| Feb18 |
FDA approves use of everolimus transplant drug immunoassay |
| Feb18 |
Redsense blood spill detector gets FDA clearance for clinical use. |
| Feb17 |
Wrong patient got kidney in USC - does well, but transplant program reboots |
| Feb17 |
New aldosterone-related gene mutation linked to severe hypertension |
| Feb17 |
18 laptops secured to dialysis machines stolen from one dialysis unit. |
| Feb17 |
IBM's Watson computer being readied to assist in reviewing medical literature, patient records. |
| Feb16 |
NEJM: HLA allele linked to idiopathic membranous nephropathy.. |
| Feb16 |
Am Soc Nephrol opposes proposed cuts to NIH research. |
| Feb16 |
Sanofi finally seals the deal to buy Genzyme. |
| Feb16 |
Rockwell commences PRIME study of dialysate-added iron. |
| Feb16 |
FDA finalized regulations concerning software that accompanies medical devices. |
| Feb16 |
Metformin for CKD? A contrarian point of view. |
| Feb16 |
Ecuardorean Sephardic remnant populations with Laron dwarfism live long diabetes- and cancer-free lives. |
| Feb16 |
Of interest to balding nephrologists only. |
| Feb15 |
Use of chlorhexidine-soaked cloths for bathing of hospital patients reduces infection rate. |
| Feb14 |
High fiber intake from grains associated with lower risk of many diseases and greater longevity. |
| Feb11 |
Would you like mercury or lead with your incandescent replacement light bulbs? |
| Feb11 |
UK's NICE updates its anemia treatment guidelines for CKD, lowering target Hb to 10-12 g/dL |
| Feb11 |
Arizona seeks to remove 280 K people from Medicaid coverage |
| Feb11 |
Apixaban may prevent strokes more efficiently than aspirin in atrial fibrillation. |
| Feb11 |
New genetic cause of primary hyperaldosteronism identified, and it's not rare. |
| Feb11 |
Ain't necessarily so: Impact of fructose intake on obesity questioned. |
| Feb11 |
Changing views about saturated fat intake and its impact on cardiovascular disease. |
| Feb11 |
CDC report underlines discordant results with serologic tests for syphilis |
| Feb09 |
Salt and diet soda ingestion linked to increased risk of cerebrovascular events |
| Feb09 |
Fructose and glucose activate cortical brain region in opposite ways. |
| Feb08 |
Vermont governor proposes single-payer health plan |
| Feb07 |
DaVita acquires Nashville-based DSI renal |
| Feb07 |
Pivotal discoveries in age-related macular degeneration. |
| Feb07 |
Nephron-sparing surgery leads to better outcomes in kidney cancer. |
| Feb07 |
Urine-sniffing dogs detect prostate cancer with high sensitivity |
| Feb04 |
Mutation points to adenosine as playig a role in arterial calcification. |
| Feb04 |
Vegetable juice helps dieters lose weight. |
| Feb04 |
Defect in CD8 regulatory T cells linked to lupus in a mouse model. |
| Feb02 |
NEJM: Fidaxomicin a new, more effective treatment for Clostridium difficile. |
| Feb02 |
Western style diet associated with more rapid decline in kidney function. |
| Feb02 |
Bisphosphonates may extend survival by 5 years. |
| Feb01 |
Sanofi still pursuing offer to acquire Genzyme. |
| Feb01 |
FDA adverse event drug reporting system flags several drugs used in CKD. |
| Feb01 |
Nephrologist Barry Straube retires from CMS post. |
| Feb01 |
FDA decides to not approve diet drug Orexigen's Contrave at the present time. |
| Feb01 |
Specific populations of bacteria in the gut linked to fatty liver. |
| Feb01 |
Nephron regeneration succeeds in zebrafish experiments. |
| Jan31 |
Rhabdomyolysis in student athletes who train too hard after extended layoff. |
| Jan31 |
New USDA sodium guidelines recommend sodium intake < 1.5 g/day for individuals with CKD, HTN, or DMj |
| Jan27 |
Who needs insulin? UT Southwestern study shows that without glucagon, insulin may not be that important. |
| Jan27 |
Rockwell to launch phase 3 studies of iron-fortified dialysate. |
| Jan27 |
Circadian rhythms demonstrable even in red blood cells. |
| Jan27 |
NEJM: rTPA use lowers risk on infection and sepsis in dialysis patients with CVCs. |
| Jan27 |
Could the predilection for autoimmune diseases among women be due to avoidance of dirt? |
| Jan27 |
Certain subtypes of Listeria are especially prone to infect the heart. |
| Jan26 |
RPA and AMA recommend physician-led Accountable Care Organizations (ACOs) |
| Jan26 |
Fresenius implements bundled dialysis care agreement in Spain. |
| Jan26 |
Nearly half of dialysis technicians in California failing newly required skills test. |
| Jan26 |
New method to break up biofilms involves DNAase and polyaspartic acid. |
| Jan23 |
Ain't necessarily so: Why are people in developed countries obese, again? |
| Jan21 |
Hickey paralyzes woman (seriously) |
| Jan21 |
Baxter problems with PD solution contaminants in the news. |
| Jan21 |
Cost savings of transplantation compared to dialysis in the news. |
| Jan21 |
Fresenius to sell bonds to fund new acquisitions |
| Jan21 |
Propublica dialysis unit tracker allows patients to check on unit mortality data. |
| Jan21 |
Fresenius recalls some Combiset blood tubing sets because of kinking risk. |
| Jan21 |
Inhaled insulin fails to get FDA approval; 2 additional studies were requested. |
| Jan21 |
Medicare advisory panel questions benefits of ESAs prior to transplantation |
| Jan19 |
New gene mutation that is commonly associated with renal cell cancer discovered. |
| Jan19 |
CMS organizes MEDCAC meeting to assess ESAs in transplant patients |
| Jan19 |
FDA to streamline path for medical device review. |
| Jan15 |
National Library of Medicine's Daily Med website for quick access to drug package inserts. |
| Jan14 |
Coffee, sex (hormones), and diabetes... |
| Jan14 |
Patient can't sleep? Time to put on the blue-blocker glasses. |
| Jan14 |
Be careful not to inhale any prions. |
| Jan14 |
American Heart Association calling for sodium reduction to 1.5 g/day for everyone. |
| Jan14 |
Let me tell you one thing about nurses who eat blueberries... |
| Jan12 |
JAMA: Candesartan linked to better survival in heart failure than losartan. |
| Jan12 |
Common painkillers linked to increased risk of vascular complications. |
| Jan12 |
NEJM: Cholesterol efflux capacity from macrophages, a new measure of HDL action, linked to carotid intima-media thickness. |
| Jan12 |
U.S. Supreme Court rules that medical residents should be taxed as employees. |
| Jan12 |
Behavioral therapy cuts incontinence after prostate surgery |
| Jan11 |
Stem Cell treatment of age-related macular degeneration on the horizon. |
| Jan11 |
Medicaid cuts in Arizona result in denial of payment for certain (nonkidney) transplant procedures. |
| Jan11 |
New obesity drug shows stunning rate of weight loss in pilot study. |
| Jan10 |
American Dietetic Association releases CKD Nutrition Guidelines |
| Jan10 |
Dialysis units - the last open wards of medicine |
| Jan10 |
New rules may increase number of patients on home dialysis. |
| Jan10 |
Statins may be harmful after hemorrhagic stroke. |
| Jan06 |
CROWN Web 2.0 tentative start date set for April of 2011. |
| Jan06 |
Extended-release clonidine now available for sale in the United States. |
| Jan04 |
KCER: Kidney Community Emergency Response Coalition to host Community Partner meeting at the Annual Dialysis Conference, Feb 22, 2011. |
| Jan04 |
Dr. Suhail Ahmad named Chief Medical Officer of Northwest Kidney Centers |
| Jan04 |
Euromedic sells Eastern European dialysis units to Fresenius. |
| Dec30 |
We'll let you out of jail if you donate a kidney. |
| Dec29 |
World's first kidney donor dies at age of 79. |
| Dec29 |
CMS finalizes quality incentive program for dialysis units |
| Dec28 |
Oops! High blood folate levels associated with impaired function of tumor suppressors. |
| Dec28 |
Vegetarian diet leads to lower phosphate and FGF23 levels. |
| Dec28 |
FDA clears Novartis' triple antihypertensive drug for marketing. |
| Dec28 |
USRDS ASN 2010 presentations available on the USRDS website. |
| Dec28 |
Dr, Polaschegg to receive Scribner Trailblazer award at upcoming Annual Dialysis Conference. |
| Dec28 |
Dolphin skin teaches us how to create antibacterial surfaces. |
| Dec22 |
Real-time CO2 monitoring helps patients control their anxiety attacks |
| Dec22 |
U.S. House votes to exempt doctors from ID theft red flags rule. |
| Dec22 |
Metreleptin a promising new treatment for type 1 diabetes. |
| Dec21 |
Hexavalent chromium found in tap water in 31 cities across the U.S. |
| Dec21 |
Ain't necessarily so dept: Whole fat dairy product fatty acid associated with lower risk of type 2 diabetes. |
| Dec20 |
"30 Rock" actor Tracy Morgan recovering from kidney transplant surgery. |
| Dec18 |
FDA approves Medtronic cryoablation device to treat atrial fibrillation. |
| Dec17 |
Congress moves to reduce lead levels in drinking water. |
| Dec17 |
Higher-than usual endotoxin levels found in some Baxter PD solutions in Europe and other non-US countries. |
| Dec17 |
Beetroot juice may increase walking distance in the elderly. |
| Dec17 |
Patient complaining of respiratory problems? Sulfur outgassing from drywall might be a cause. |
| Dec16 |
Seaweed-coated pig islet cell transplantation approved to treat type 1 diabetes in Russia. |
| Dec16 |
US Veterans Administration to Medicare-based fees to non-VA docs providing dialysis services to veterans. |
| Dec16 |
Naturally high hemoglobin in dialysis patients not associated with an adverse prognosis. |
| Dec16 |
CKD progressors identified via creatinine or cystatin have different outcomes. |
| Dec16 |
ASN to meet in Chicago in 2016. |
| Dec15 |
Ain't necessarily so: No link between serum 25-D levels and cardiovascular mortality. |
| Dec14 |
Stem cell transplant cures HIV patient |
| Dec13 |
Widespread vitamin D deficiency of concern in Asia. |
| Dec13 |
Lenalidomide boosts immunity in the elderly. |
| Dec12 |
Case-control study suggests marked benefits for 3/week incenter nocturnal dialysis. |
| Dec11 |
Comment to NIDDK on submitted ideas for kidney disease research projects at this link. |
| Dec11 |
Kidney Research National Dialogue: The NIH-NIDDK is waiting for your research ideas. |
| Dec09 |
Fetal genome mapped from mother's blood for the first time. |
| Dec09 |
Fresenius considers acquisition of companies making generic drugs. |
| Dec09 |
RCT casts doubt on utility of cranberry juice to prevent urinary tract infection. |
| Dec09 |
Naphthalene diimide useful to detect nanomolar quantities of fluoride in water. |
| Dec08 |
Senate votes to maintain Medicare rates of physician reimbursement for another year. |
| Dec08 |
Two-hour tuberculosis test could revolutionize treatment of the disease. |
| Dec08 |
Study finds U-shaped relation between frailty and 25-D levels in elderly women. |
| Dec07 |
In Canada, earlier start of dialysis therapy associated with increased mortality risk. |
| Dec07 |
Psychological and parenting issues related to genetic testing of newborns for inherited disease proclivities. |
| Dec03 |
FDA updates recall of Baxter Colleague infusion pumps to Class I status. |
| Dec03 |
FDA rejects expanding label of prostate-shrinking drugs to include cancer prevention. |
| Dec03 |
New Abbott drug atrasentan reduces proteinuria in diabetic kidney disease. |
| Dec03 |
Fresenius enters into agreement with Galenica pharma to develop new IV iron products. |
| Dec03 |
Bacteria that use arsenic instead of phosphorus identified |
| Nov30 |
AMAG's Feraheme modifies its labeling, but FDA does not require a black box warning. |
| Nov30 |
Prolyl hydroxylase inhibitor FG-2216 results in increased EPO production by ESRD kidneys and liver. |
| Nov30 |
Keryx announces positive results for Zernez, an iron-based phosphate binder |
| Nov30 |
M3 muscarinic receptor on pancreatic beta cells key to insulin release. |
| Nov30 |
Institute of Medicine releases new guidelines for vitamin D intake (600-800 IU) |
| Nov30 |
Source of protection against saturated fat (Angptl4) found, and 3% of people don't have it. |
| Nov25 |
A new approach to control serum phosphate |
| Nov23 |
Propoxyphene withdrawn from the U.S. market due to risk of cardiotoxicity. |
| Nov21 |
Baxter and DEKA announce FDA approval of their home hemodialysis device for testing |
| Nov21 |
ASN Renal Week 2010 audio recap. Part 3. (50 mb mp3 file) |
| Nov21 |
ASN Renal Week 2010 audio recap. Part 2. (50 mb mp3 file) |
| Nov21 |
E. Coli water contamination linked to later vascular injury. |
| Nov21 |
View ASN 2010 syllabus on-line |
| Nov21 |
FHN 6/week short daily dialysis trial results reported. Frequent dialysis lowes LVH and improves QOL. |
| Nov21 |
Bardoxolone INCREASES GFR by a substantial amount in type 2 diabetic CKD patients |
| Nov18 |
Statins boost bacterial killing by phagocytes. |
| Nov17 |
Radiofrequency zapping of renal nerves in CKD lowers blood pressure substantially. |
| Nov17 |
NEJM: New CETP inhibitor anacetrapib shows promise in affecting LDL and HDL levels |
| Nov16 |
FDA panel recommends approval of Benlysta to treat lupus flares. |
| Nov16 |
Medical director of a dialysis unit claims it was done because she raised patient care concerns. |
| Nov16 |
Nevada doctor in hot water for prescribing BP pills over the phone without seeing the patient. |
| Nov16 |
Xarelto and other warfarin alternatives about to hit the U.S. market. |
| Nov14 |
Paricalcitol addition to RAAS inhibitors lowers proteinuria in albuminuric type 2 diabetics |
| Nov14 |
AHA 2010 abstracts: Percutaneous Coronary Intervention in High-Risk Populations: Diabetes and Kidney Disease |
| Nov14 |
AHA 2010 abstracts: Diabetes, Metabolic Syndrome and Chronic Kidney Disease |
| Nov14 |
AHA 2010 Abstracts: Cardiorenal syndrome: pathophysiology |
| Nov14 |
AHA Scientific Sessions ongoing in Chicago, Nov 13-17. |
| Nov14 |
Large RCT has good news and bad news for nesiritide (Natrecor). |
| Nov12 |
Specialized blood vessels jumpstart liver regeneration. |
| Nov11 |
Brass, even in modern plumbing fixtures, continues to cause lead-contamination of drinking water. |
| Nov11 |
Frequent hemodialysis network (FHN) and FSGS trial results to be presented at ASN. |
| Nov11 |
Pioglitazone slows down cyst growth in a rat model of PKD. |
| Nov10 |
Second 'Pro Publica' article focuses on dialysis needle dislodgement. |
| Nov09 |
ProPublica article on dialysis care in the United States |
| Nov08 |
Cerebral microbleeeds common with aging. |
| Nov08 |
AAKP awards 2011 Medal of Excellence Award to Ray Hakim and Allen Nissenson. |
| Nov08 |
Rush to judgement? Rosiglitazone not linked to heart events in BARI 2D |
| Nov08 |
Doctors abandon traditional practice modes for concierge medicine and hospital-owned care. |
| Nov08 |
.pdf file of Archives paper on higher mortality risk with early start (observational data) |
| Nov08 |
Nutrition prof. sheds 27 pounds on 1800 calorie Twinkie and junk food diet. |
| Nov08 |
Solar-powered BP device could be valuable in underdeveloped countries. |
| Nov08 |
Archives paper warns of risks of initiating dialysis at a high level of renal function. |
| Nov08 |
Genistein (from soy) may help prevent spread of prostate cancer cells. |
| Nov08 |
Pentazocine stabilizes retina in a mouse model of diabetes. |
| Nov07 |
McMaster U. scientists turn skin stem cells into various types of blood cells. |
| Nov05 |
Liberty Dialysis and Renal Advantage merge to become 3rd largest dialysis provider. |
| Nov04 |
A traitor in our midst - the FAP-expressing immune cell protects cancer cells, allowing them to grow. |
| Nov04 |
Addition of telaprevir increases hepatitis C cure rates. |
| Nov02 |
Crown Web update: 2 security IDs may be needed to access the system by some users. |
| Nov02 |
MMWR: Diabetes accounts for 44% of new cases of ESRD. |
| Nov02 |
Fresenius Medical Care to opt into bundling payment system for ESRD care. |
| Nov02 |
Inhaled steroids increase diabetes risk. |
| Nov02 |
Lead burden varies dramatically among urban neighborhoods. |
| Nov02 |
New liver hormone linked to selenoprotein P associated with insulin resistance. |
| Nov02 |
Salaries for Life Science majors dropping in the United States. |
| Nov02 |
Fish oil out, beet juice in, for better brain health |
| Nov02 |
Every person emits 2 tons of CO2 each year through metabolism of food. |
| Nov02 |
ASN Renal Week 2010 abstracts now available (VERY large .pdf file) |
| Oct31 |
ISBP Abstracts, September 2010 meeting |
| Oct30 |
U.S. says genes should not be eligible for patents |
| Oct30 |
Miniature livers grown from stem cells in the lab. |
| Oct29 |
Deuterated fatty acids resistant to oxidative damage. |
| Oct29 |
AMAG Q3 report discusses potential black box warning |
| Oct28 |
BBraun recalls tainted heparin due to oversulfated chondroitin sulfate contamination. |
| Oct28 |
MMWR: Diabetes rates up, but incidence of ESRD due to diabetes is down. |
| Oct28 |
Minocycline prevents osmotic demyelination due to hyponatremia in rats. |
| Oct27 |
What is the AMA relative value scale update committee and what does it do? |
| Oct27 |
Drinking sugary beverages markedly increases risk of diabetes. |
| Oct26 |
Lies, damned lies, and medical science. Why 80% of observational trials and 25% RCTs are wrong. |
| Oct25 |
Diabetics resistant to diabetic retinopathy have low levels of tyrosine phosphatase SHP-1 |
| Oct25 |
Coverage denials by insurers for pre-existing conditions rise sharply. |
| Oct25 |
Shaking d'em old bones keeps them strong. |
| Oct23 |
Calcium acetate plus magnesium carbonate as good as sevelamer in P-binding ability. |
| Oct22 |
Missouri man donated HIV-tainted blood; kidney transplant recipient infected. |
| Oct22 |
Teriparatide may rebuild gum tissue in periodontal disease |
| Oct22 |
Salt sensitivity linked to vasopressin via induction of brain protein synthesis. |
| Oct19 |
High UF rates associate with higher mortality in the HEMO study |
| Oct18 |
Susceptibility to hypertension in Blacks may be related to too much aldosterone. |
| Oct18 |
Think that cavemen ate only meat? New evidence shows they ate cattail flour and veggies. |
| Oct18 |
Fenretinide reduces the risk of transformation of dry to wet macular degeneration. |
| Oct18 |
Open access research papers are cited more often. |
| Oct18 |
Intestinal alkaline phosphatase (IAP) enzyme needed to maintain healthy bacteria in the gut. |
| Oct18 |
Vitamin D deficiency linked to lung transplant rejection. |
| Oct18 |
FDA advisory recommends continued use of Aranesp in predialysis patients when indicated despite stroke risk. |
| Oct18 |
ABC - airway, breathing, chest compression of CPR changed to just "C" for chest compressions. |
| Oct15 |
NEJM: Regulatory action on rosiglitazone by the FDA. |
| Oct15 |
American Heart Association position paper on smokeless tobacco products. |
| Oct15 |
Not-for-profit TOPS weight loss program found to be effective. |
| Oct14 |
FDA CV and Renal Drugs Advisory Committee meets Oct 18th to consider TREAT study results. |
| Oct14 |
MRI-guided laser ablation of kidney and liver tumors gives promising results/ |
| Oct14 |
Another round of FDA label changes for ESAs may be in the works |
| Oct13 |
Baxter creates new medical products business and announces leadership changes. |
| Oct13 |
One in five West Virginia 5th graders may have high blood pressure. |
| Oct13 |
Want to lower blood pressure? Eat more watermelon for it's L-arginine precursors (but watch the K !) |
| Oct12 |
First trial begins of embryonic stem cell therapy to treat spinal cord injury. |
| Oct12 |
Pharmacy benefits group attempts to predict drug non-compliance at an early stage. |
| Oct12 |
International Society for Hypertension in Blacks recommends aggressive treatment. |
| Oct12 |
Exposure at night to dim light may lead to weight gain (in mice) |
| Oct12 |
Estrogen therapy associated with kidney stones in postmenopausal women. |
| Oct09 |
More on FDA-mandated withdrawal of Meridia (sibutramine) from the U.S. market. |
| Oct09 |
Androgen deprivation therapy causes structural bone decay. |
| Oct09 |
Abbott removes weight loss drug Meridia (sibutramine) due to stroke and heart disease risk. |
| Oct07 |
Branched-chain amino acid supplements prolong lifespan in rodents. |
| Oct07 |
CDC awards 1.9 million dollars in grants to local governments for sodium reduction initiatives. |
| Oct07 |
Cantel's Mar Cor acquires Gambro's U.S. water purification business |
| Oct07 |
Secondary analysis of osteoporosis trial suggests that raloxifene slows progression of CKD. |
| Oct05 |
Fistula First offers course for surgeons in Chicago: How to make fistulas that work. |
| Oct05 |
NIH adds more patients over 75 to SPRINT blood pressure goal trial. |
| Oct05 |
FDA warns Fresenius on response to Liberty cycler and Naturalyte dialysate problems. |
| Oct05 |
International Society of Nephrology celebrates 50 years (film) |
| Oct04 |
Oleoyl serine may be a new form of treatment for osteoporosis. |
| Oct04 |
New evidence suggests that dietary intake of saturated fats has limited risk of CV disease. |
| Sep30 |
Strong link found between diabetes and air pollution. |
| Sep30 |
CJASN study suggest communication and multidisciplinary care linked to better survival in dialysis units. |
| Sep30 |
United States Renal Data Systems 2010 annual report now available on-line. |
| Sep30 |
Keryx initiates phase 3 trial of ferric citrate (Zerenex) as a phosphate binder. |
| Sep28 |
HHS asking for comments on their action plan to prevent healthcare-associated infections. |
| Sep28 |
Abatacept found to be ineffective for lupus |
| Sep28 |
EDTNA/ERCA Recommendations for Prevention and Management of Violence and Aggression in renal units |
| Sep27 |
Soil used by urban gardeners may be contaminated with lead. |
| Sep25 |
Transcatheter aortic valve replacement associated with markedly improved survival. |
| Sep25 |
Increased magnesium intake associated with a lower incidence of diabetes |
| Sep25 |
Octagam IVIG withdrawn from sale due to thromboembolic event risk. |
| Sep25 |
EPO/Procrit recall due to particulate matter in vials |
| Sep23 |
Off-topic: Vertical wind turbines and schools of fish. |
| Sep23 |
FDA says, US patients will only be allowed to take rosiglitazone if they are unable to take pioglitazone. |
| Sep23 |
AMAG's Feraheme faces potential challenges due to safety and price concerns. |
| Sep23 |
FDA to limit patient access to rosiglitazone (Avandia) |
| Sep23 |
Abbott Labs buys international rights to CKD prevention drug bardoxolone |
| Sep23 |
What is "dry water"? |
| Sep23 |
Three proteins reliably increase in the blood during transplant rejection. |
| Sep23 |
European Medicines Agency recommends that Avandia (rosiglitazone) be banned from the European market. |
| Sep22 |
NIH-NIDDK workshop (Oct 18-19) on translating CKD research into improved clinical outcomes . |
| Sep22 |
FDA advisory committee to meet on October 18 to consider the results of the TREAT anemia study. |
| Sep22 |
CMS releases new proposed qualiity measures developed by Arbor Research (1.5 mb pdf file) |
| Sep22 |
FDA warns of kidney failure and other side effects from aromatase inhibitors in dietary supplements. |
| Sep22 |
Weight-based dosing of taribavirin causes less anemia than ribavirin in hepatitis C treatment. |
| Sep22 |
Terlipressin treatment for GI bleeding reduces serum sodium levels. |
| Sep20 |
Adenovirus 36 infection linked to obesity in children. |
| Sep20 |
Five doctors from South Africa charged in participating in paid kidney donation. |
| Sep17 |
MMWR reports transmission of a soil amoeba causing encephalitis via a transplanted organ. |
| Sep17 |
Conference call for Medicare Prospective Payment System on Sept. 27th. |
| Sep15 |
Read food labels and lose weight. |
| Sep15 |
Complement inhibitor treatment may prolong life of donor organs. |
| Sep15 |
Defective ABCB4 gene impedes cholesterol excretion into the bile. |
| Sep14 |
Key health law provisions to begin September 23rd. |
| Sep10 |
NIH launches beta version of new tool to identify unknown pills. |
| Sep10 |
FDA approves 510k for sorbent dialysis system. |
| Sep10 |
No need to change site of peripheral intravenous drips every 3 days. |
| Sep10 |
University of Kansas researchers develop compound that reverses diabetic neuropathy in mice. |
| Sep10 |
Alzheimer amyloid precursor protein function discovered to be involved with iron storage |
| Sep09 |
MMWR: Who eats fruits and vegetables; time trends by State of residence |
| Sep09 |
FDA issues new safety alert re gadolinium-containing contrast agents and NSF. |
| Sep08 |
Quercetin (found in onions and black tea) aggravates kidney cancer in rats |
| Sep08 |
Long-term weight loss may increase blood levels of fat-soluble organic pollutants. |
| Sep08 |
RPA vascular access initiative launched. |
| Sep07 |
Vegetable-based low-carbohydrate diets better than those rich in animal protein |
| Sep07 |
New gene makes bacteria resistant to almost all known antibiotics. |
| Sep06 |
Fresenius to manage dialysis units in Abu Dhabi. |
| Sep03 |
Fresenius issues recall on some dialysis machines and other equipment due to power cord issues. |
| Sep03 |
Hemodiafiltration reduces intradialytic hypotension episodes but increases predialysis BP. |
| Sep03 |
Deal would provide dialysis for illegal immigrants in Atlanta |
| Sep03 |
Cranberry juics blocks ability of Staph aureus bacteria to form biofilm in the urinary bladder. |
| Sep03 |
Fish oils inactivate inflammatory effects of macrophages present around fat cells |
| Sep03 |
Mutation in toll-like receptor gene heightens lupus risk in men. |
| Sep03 |
UCSF announces progress on implantable artificial kidney. |
| Sep03 |
Novel antimalarial drug candidate shows promise. |
| Sep03 |
First clinical trials completed on potent new drug against hepatitis C. |
| Sep02 |
NEJM: Increased cardiovascular risk from weight loss drug sibutramine. |
| Sep02 |
AASK trial analysis suggests lower BP targets may benefit African Americans with proteinuria. |
| Aug31 |
Could a vaccine against Staph aureus toxin alpha hemolysin (Hla) help in exit-site infection? |
| Aug31 |
Large study debunks notion that statins may be associated with cancer. |
| Aug31 |
Protein called "sprouty" linked to both fat mass and bone density. |
| Aug31 |
Apixaban reduces stroke risk more than aspirin in patients with atrial fibrillation. |
| Aug30 |
Genzyme rebuffs takeover bid from Sanofi-Aventis |
| Aug29 |
Molecule found that deactivates selective components of the complement system. |
| Aug27 |
Bleeding during dialysis: VA patient advisory that led to the decision to adopt Redsense technology |
| Aug27 |
Renal Research Institute Advances in CKD 2011 conference; Jan 26-28, 2011, in Miami, FL. (Program: 2 mb .pdf file) |
| Aug26 |
European data shows no increased mortality risk with increased Hb variability. |
| Aug26 |
Analysis of large claims-based dataset suggests heart risks for rosiglitazone and pioglitazone are similar. |
| Aug26 |
Genetic variants in protein kinase C affect CKD progression in type 2 diabetics of Chinese descent. |
| Aug26 |
Novartis options siRNA drug from Quark Pharma to reduce AKI and delayed allograft function. |
| Aug26 |
New NICE hypertension in pregnancy guidelines issued; recommend daily aspirin |
| Aug26 |
Back to the future: Renin profiling claimed to be useful in predicting response to RAAS inhibitors or beta-blockers. |
| Aug26 |
Redsense blood leak alarm to become mandatory for Veterans Administration dialysis patients in the U.S. |
| Aug26 |
Baxter fined in Australia for alleged anti-competitive behavior. |
| Aug26 |
Fresenius to acquire peritoneal dialysis business from Gambro. |
| Aug26 |
Naringenin from grapefruits shows promise as a treament for type 2 diabetes |
| Aug26 |
L-arginine supplements markedly increase ability to perform endurance exercise. |
| Aug24 |
Randomized trial shows that drinking water before a meal reduces calorie consumption. |
| Aug24 |
Genetic studies underline pleiomorphic effects of Vitamin D. |
| Aug24 |
Early corticosteroid withdrawal improves graft and patient survival rates. |
| Aug21 |
KDIGO initiative for improved drug dosing in patients with kidney disease |
| Aug21 |
Pasteurized eggs may be indicated groups at high risk for Salmonella infection. |
| Aug20 |
National Renal Administrators Association offers new bundlng tool. |
| Aug20 |
Binge drinking markedly increases death risk in subjects with hypertension. |
| Aug20 |
Adding fish oil to low fat diet helps metabolic syndrome. |
| Aug20 |
Two FDA approved drugs cause HIV to mutate itself to death in mice. |
| Aug19 |
Vitamin D may improve allergic aspergillosis related diseases. |
| Aug17 |
FDA to withdraw approval of midodrine for orthostatic hypotension, because promised additional studies have not been submitted. |
| Aug17 |
Bariatric surgery markedly improves type 2 diabetes |
| Aug17 |
FDA approves longer use of (200 days) of valganciclovir for CMV prophylaxis post transplant. |
| Aug16 |
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| Aug15 |
ALLHAT long-term follow-up study confirms advantages of diuretics. |
| Aug15 |
Type of insurance markedly affects creation of AV fistula rate in incident dialysis patients. |
| Aug13 |
Rate of kidney stones in U.S. children seems to have increased markedly. |
| Aug13 |
New serum tests for ovarian cancer with 100% accuracy! |
| Aug12 |
CMS may require one physician visit/month to home dialysis patients in order to get paid. |
| Aug04 |
ANNA plans KDAE - kidney disease awareness and education week, 9-13 August. |
| Aug04 |
CMS implements steps to close donut hole for pharmaceutical funding |
| Aug04 |
CDC reports U.S. obesity rates for 2009 by state |
| Aug02 |
Low carb diet boosts HDL cholesterol more than low fat diet over 2-year period. |
| Aug02 |
Need evidence of rehabilitation with nocturnal dialysis? How about competitive high-jumping? |
| Aug02 |
Mix-ups of reused dialyzers in the newspapers. |
| Aug02 |
New drug resistant strain of E. Coli spreading in the U.S. as well as abroad. |
| Jul31 |
Is a dialysate calcium of 2.50 mEq/L too high? |
| Jul30 |
Calcium supplements increase the risk of heart attack in postmenopausal women. |
| Jul29 |
VA innovation initiative accepting grant applications until Sept. 30, 2010. |
| Jul28 |
Plan for urine-powered fuel cells leaks out |
| Jul28 |
Biotrends data suggests that use of ESAs for stage 4 CKD is falling. |
| Jul28 |
Presence of nonhuman sialic acid in biotech drugs can provoke an immune response. |
| Jul28 |
Pulse steroids kill plasmacytoid dendritic cells in lupus |
| Jul26 |
CMS issues final rule for bundling and prospective payment (large .pdf file) |
| Jul25 |
UK National Health Service rumored to be planning draconian cuts in service. |
| Jul24 |
NxStage revenue increased by 21% on home products sales. |
| Jul24 |
Sugar substitutes may be useful to lose weight, after all. |
| Jul24 |
Marcrophage fatty acid synthase a new target to prevent atherosclerosis. |
| Jul24 |
Conference of portable dialysis technology and 3rd ISHD meeting, 30_Sep to 2_Oct, Vincenza, Italy (large .pdf file) |
| Jul22 |
Osteocalcin and bone intimately involved in diabetes and insulin action. |
| Jul21 |
FDA freezes enrollment in pioglitazone vs. rosiglitazone safety study. |
| Jul21 |
Glitazones act NOT as PPAR-gamma agonists, but by blocking PPAR phosphorylation by ckd5. |
| Jul20 |
Inhaled insulin comes one step closer to FDA approval. |
| Jul20 |
FDA approves generic version of transdermal clonidine. |
| Jul20 |
Fresenius signs licensing agreement with company specializing in anti-thrombotic coating technology. |
| Jul16 |
RPA Public Policy in a Minute webcast |
| Jul16 |
APOL1 gene increases risk of kidney disease in African Americans. |
| Jul15 |
FDA review panel shows mixed opinions about whether Avandia should be withdrawn from sale. |
| Jul15 |
Drink tea by the quart? If so you might risk fluorosis. |
| Jul15 |
ACCORD (NEJM): HbA1c target < 6% and combo statin/fenofibrate Rx better for retinopathy. |
| Jul15 |
NEJM: Rituximab may be better than cyclophosphamide for relapsing vasculitis |
| Jul15 |
NEJM: Rituximab similar to cyclophosphamide for treament of vasculitis. |
| Jul12 |
Abstracts from 2010 World Congress of Cardiology - Posters (274 page .pdf) |
| Jul12 |
World Congress of Cardiology 2010 oral presentation abstracts (100 page .pdf) |
| Jul12 |
Who is new CMS head Donald Berwick? |
| Jul12 |
Current breathing system filters used in anesthesia no good when wet. |
| Jul12 |
Florida group to market automobile designed specifically to accommodate a wheelchair. |
| Jul12 |
UK national health service to undergo massive structural overhaul |
| Jul12 |
New Canadian osteoporosis guidelines recommend 800-2000 IU of vitamin D for those over 50. |
| Jul12 |
Fatty acid elongase cures type 2 diabetes in mice. |
| Jul09 |
More on the FDA and Avandia (rosiglitazone) safety issues. |
| Jul08 |
Getting forgetful? P7C3 seems to help aging rats. |
| Jul08 |
Rosiglitazone safety issues continue to be unresolved. FDA to reveal new data tomorrow. |
| Jul08 |
After 15 months, FDA decides that Nephros HDF system does not meet substantial equivalency test. |
| Jul08 |
Cholesterol can exit the blood via the liver into the intestine while bypassing bile. |
| Jul08 |
High-protein reduced calorie diet linked to loss on bone density in women. |
| Jul08 |
New mystery gene linked to FSGS |
| Jul08 |
Nicotinamide inhibits Candidal infection |
| Jul08 |
What is oh-GLICK-nack-ase and why is it important? |
| Jul06 |
Healthcare.gov -- the U.S. government's new website providing insurance plan info to patients. |
| Jul06 |
Robert Brenner named CEO of start-up company focusing on use of stem cells to treat kidney disease. |
| Jul06 |
CROWN Web phase III coming in January of 2011. |
| Jul06 |
Got a thick neck? Might not be so good if you're a child. |
| Jul06 |
Good outcomes reported with every other night nocturnal dialysis. |
| Jul06 |
AmeriWater to use Nephros dual-stage ultrafilters in its portable water purification systems. |
| Jul06 |
Cocoa flavanols increase angiogenic cell number. |
| Jul06 |
Obesity-induced inflammation linked to !L-6 generation via adipocyte PCK-zeta. |
| Jul06 |
INVEST study published in JAMA: No benefit of targeting BP < 130/80 in diabetics vs. 130-140 |
| Jul06 |
How water drinking increases blood pressure and sympathetic activity. |
| Jul03 |
Blueprint for a cure for HIV starts to come into focus. |
| Jul02 |
Bundling rule proposal goes to Office of Management and Budget for approval. |
| Jul02 |
Why 25 vitamin D levels may be low in uremia. |
| Jul02 |
Olive oil consumption downregulates gene activity associated with atherosclerosis. |
| Jul02 |
Honey as a topical antibiotic explained. |
| Jul02 |
Sugary drink consumption raises risk of hypertension. |
| Jun30 |
Effect of moving to a high-diagnostic geographic region on patient risk scores. |
| Jun30 |
NEJM: Is computed tomography safe? |
| Jun30 |
What?? Vasopressin does what??? |
| Jun29 |
Can't decide if rosiglitazone is safe for the heart? Ask Consumer Reports. |
| Jun29 |
Video presentation summary of ACCORD trial results. |
| Jun29 |
KDOQI CKD guideline of BP < 130/80 is being questioned. |
| Jun29 |
Fresenius issues recall of 5008 and 5008S dialysis machines in the UK. |
| Jun29 |
Beetroot juice in the news as a means of lowering blood pressure and CV risk. |
| Jun29 |
New study shows no increased cardiovascular risk due to rosiglitazone. |
| Jun29 |
ACCORD trial results with HbA1C < 6% show some benefits, some risks. |
| Jun29 |
ACCORD trial shows eye benefits of intensive glucose control and of statin+fibrate therapy. |
| Jun29 |
American Diabetes Association 2010 meeting abstracts |
| Jun28 |
Calorie labeling in restaurant chains goes national. |
| Jun28 |
NEJM paper for everolimus use in PKD (full text) |
| Jun28 |
NEJM paper for sirolimus use in PKD randomized trial (full text). |
| Jun28 |
NEJM link to early vs. late start paper (full text). |
| Jun28 |
EDTA late-breaking clinical trial results: Early vs. late start makes no difference; Rosuvastatin no good, but atorvastatin good, in treating CKD proteinuria. |
| Jun26 |
EDTA late breaking clinical trials: Sirolimus, everolimus RCT results re slowing of ADPKD |
| Jun26 |
EDTA/ERA 2010 scientific conference accepted abstracts. |
| Jun24 |
First year residents to be limited to work shifts no longer than 16-hours |
| Jun24 |
Selective estrogen compound activates cell-surface receptors only, may confer vascular protection. |
| Jun22 |
NKDEP provides training materials regarding nutrition in nondialysis CKD patients. |
| Jun22 |
European Soc Hypertension 2010 meeting abstracts - June 21st. |
| Jun22 |
European Soc Hypertension 2010 meeting abstracts - June 19th. |
| Jun22 |
European Soc Hypertension 2010 meeting abstracts - June 19th. |
| Jun22 |
ENDO 2010 "abstracts 2 view" |
| Jun22 |
Daily new reports of ENDO 2010 meeting |
| Jun22 |
Medicare physician payment cut could cost millions more in reprocessing. |
| Jun22 |
Genetic septet in control of platelet stickiness. |
| Jun22 |
Price comparison shopping enters the medical marketplace. |
| Jun22 |
UK National Health Service argues for complete ban on use of trans fats. |
| Jun22 |
FDA to hold daylong meeting on medical device innovation. |
| Jun22 |
Wall Street Journal article highlights food - drug interactions. |
| Jun22 |
Cutting carbs more effective than low-fat diet in insulin-resistant women. |
| Jun22 |
Affymax shares fall after cardiovascular risk concerns raised about hematide. |
| Jun19 |
Peter Stewart's "Acid-Base Balance" online in full text. |
| Jun18 |
Senate fails to spare doctors from Medicare cuts. |
| Jun18 |
Blood pressure of 110 and above in teenage boys presages HTN. |
| Jun17 |
Once-weekly exenatide controls weight and HbA1c in DURATION-4 study. |
| Jun17 |
Angiomyeloproliferative lesions in the kidney after direct autologous stem cell injection. |
| Jun17 |
FDA increasing it's interest in mercury exposure via dental amalgam. |
| Jun17 |
Tranexamic acid, a procoagulant, reduces serious bleeding in trauma patients. |
| Jun17 |
Medicare may revisit coverage of ESAs. |
| Jun17 |
German Shepherd dogs show ability to sniff out prostate cancer in urine specimens. |
| Jun17 |
Has the cause of type 1 diabetes been found? |
| Jun17 |
Inhibition of complement may be new strategy of anticoagulation for dialysis. |
| Jun17 |
Daily use of probiotics reduces risk of ventilator-associated pneumonia by half. |
| Jun17 |
Gut bacteria can clearly trigger arthritis in a susceptible-mouse model. |
| Jun16 |
Home Dialysis Plus raises 50 million dollars of seed money investment. |
| Jun15 |
Hemoglobin A1c levels slightly higher in African Americans. |
| Jun13 |
FDA claims that genetic testing kits are medical devices that need to be regulated. |
| Jun13 |
Lancet study suggests that ARBs may be associated with a higher rate of lung cancer. |
| Jun11 |
Like maps and lab tests? mmol and mg? |
| Jun11 |
Short stature increases risk for heart disease: an important confounder for BMI |
| Jun10 |
Bipolar disorders linked to hypertension |
| Jun10 |
Allopurinol markedly slows progression of CKD in small randomized trial. |
| Jun10 |
Meta-analysis quantifies risk of nephrotic syndrome due to bevacizumab (2%). |
| Jun10 |
The secret of why red wine and green tea block some cancers may be revealed. |
| Jun10 |
Why did heart attacks go down by 24% in Northern California's Kaiser patients? |
| Jun10 |
Continuous aspiration thrombectomy helps return brain function post major strokes. |
| Jun10 |
Spanish hospital experiences outbreak of MRSA resistant to linezolid. |
| Jun10 |
Ghrelin acting on MC4 receptors in the brain shown to affect serum cholesterol levels. |
| Jun05 |
Baxter's IVIG Gammagard being withdrawn as a precaution due to allergic reactions. |
| Jun03 |
Consumer Reports: Lead and cadmium in your protein shake? Where is this coming from? |
| Jun02 |
World-wide standardization for HbA1c is in the works. |
| Jun02 |
Amgen drug denosumab (Prolia) approved by the FDA to fight osteoporosis. |
| Jun02 |
DSI Renal named Dr. Mark Kaplan as chief medical officer. |
| Jun02 |
Do you have 10 burning questions about the role of FGF23 in kidney disease? |
| Jun02 |
Baxter shuffles financial executives |
| Jun02 |
How to assess the role of confounding in observational studies |
| Jun02 |
Activated basophils and IgE antibodies implicated in an animal model of lupus. |
| Jun02 |
Cooking renal tumors with radiofrequency ablation as effective as traditional surgery. |
| Jun02 |
Nicer than needles: insulin pills for diabetics in clinical trials. |
| Jun02 |
Post-dialysis fall contributed to Gary Coleman's death |
| Jun02 |
New paper dipstick test can type blood in a few seconds. |
| Jun02 |
Calcium supplements: Too much of a good thing? |
| Jun02 |
Lead in ammunition contaminates game meat |
| May30 |
The politics of salt reduction: the food industry fights back. |
| May29 |
Ain't necessarily so: High dose cholecalciferol INCREASES falls and fracture risk in elderly women. |
| May29 |
Abstracts of the High Blood Pressure Research Council of Australia 31st Scientific Meeting. |
| May26 |
Genzyme gets FDA approval for Pompe disease drug |
| May26 |
FDA mandates labels change for proton pump inhibitors warning of fracture risk. |
| May26 |
Enterovirus gene fragments found in 83% of kids with type 1 diabetes. |
| May26 |
Fresenius buys Asia Renal Care. |
| May26 |
Drinking fewer sugar-sweetened beverages may lower blood pressure. |
| May26 |
B cell genes characterize transplant patients who do well after stopping immunosuppressives. |
| May26 |
High levels of HDL cholesterol do not always protect. |
| May21 |
Sequencing the bugs in our bodies |
| May21 |
Weekly GLP-1 mimetics soon to be available for diabetics. |
| May21 |
How texting and mobile apps can improve your health |
| May21 |
Venter creates bacterium composed entirely of synthetic DNA. |
| May21 |
Long-term metformin use linked to vitamin B12 deficiency |
| May21 |
Mercury found in skin-lightening creams |
| May21 |
Use of Viagra associated with long-term hearing loss. |
| May21 |
Gene fusion may be smoking gun in prostate cancer development |
| May21 |
Nanotech breath sensor for acetone detects type 1 diabetes. |
| May21 |
Mayo clinic researchers identify important kidney cancer gene. |
| May20 |
Federal Trade Commission targets privacy concern about copy machine storage of files on internal hard drive. |
| May18 |
Medicare cuts for physicians loom yet again. |
| May18 |
Teva Pharmaceutical announces tentative FDA approval of generic cinacalcet (Sensipar) |
| May18 |
Pregnenolone sulfate may reduce inflammatatory mediator production by blood vessels. |
| May18 |
Sirolimus helpful in treating autosomal dominant polycystic kidney disease in pilot study. |
| May18 |
Higher blood pressure found in people living in urban areas |
| May18 |
E. coli resistant to gentamicin more common, due to gene transfer of resistance element. |
| May18 |
Eating processed meat vs. regular meat may increase risk of CV and DM. |
| May12 |
Gates foundation announces 78 winners for Round 4 of its Grand Challenges grants |
| May12 |
Grandfather clauses may represent a sizeable loophole in the health care reform bill. |
| May12 |
Novel plastics designed to inhibit biofilm by blocking bacterial communication and quorum sensing |
| May12 |
Treating toxigenic E. coli at the source: Cattle recto-anal junction. |
| May12 |
Why multiple drug treatment may be required to treat hepatitis C virus infection. |
| May12 |
Working overtime increases heart risk |
| May12 |
Gum disease treatment may help glucose control in patients with diabetes |
| May11 |
Sept 30 - Oct 2nd, 2010: 3rd Annual ISHD Congress and World Conference on Portable-Wearable and Miniaturized Systems for Dialysis and UF |
| May11 |
Proton pump inhibitors increase risk of fractures and of nosocomial C. difficile |
| May10 |
New law could help hospice patients continue dialysis |
| May10 |
GAO report validates physician complaints on Medicare claims contractors |
| May06 |
Multistate recall of Romaine lettuce underway due to toxigenic E. coli. |
| May06 |
Having a TIA? Eat some dark chocolate. |
| May06 |
New atherosclerosis gene gives promising results. |
| May05 |
New health law will require industry to disclose payments to physicians |
| May05 |
Mitochondrial DNA strongly linked to stroke risk |
| May05 |
New meta-analysis (Annals Int Med) accentuates increased stroke and thrombosis risk of ESA therapy |
| May05 |
NxStage's Q1 revenues jump, losses narrow |
| May05 |
High doses of vitamins C and E induce stem cell genetic abnormalities (in vitro) |
| May05 |
A single sleepless night can induce insulin resistance in healthies. |
| May05 |
Dietary protein may reduce hip fractures in the elderly |
| May04 |
American Society of Hypertension program book (see RSS feed for audiofile link) |
| May04 |
American Transplant Congress 2010 abstracts now available |
| May04 |
Mayo clinic biopsy study of healthy kidneys donated for transplant; they commonly show nephrosclerosis |
| May04 |
FDA orders recall of all Baxter Colleague infusion pumps |
| May04 |
Fresenius Q1 report shows increased revenues. |
| May04 |
Impaired function of natural killer T cells may contribute to pathogenesis of lupus and other autoimmune diseases |
| May03 |
GAO report regarding CMS need to evaluate effect of bundling (large .pdf file) |
| Apr30 |
The joys of having your spicy meatball and eating it. |
| Apr30 |
GAO recommendation that CMS monitor dialysis quality after implementation of bundled payment. |
| Apr30 |
DSEN: Organ trafficking is here in the U.S. right now? |
| Apr30 |
Octreotide given to patients with liver cysts and ADPKD slows progression of both liver and kidney cysts |
| Apr30 |
Provenge (prostate cancer vaccine) approved for use in the U.S. by the FDA |
| Apr30 |
SHR (spontaneously hypertensive rat) genome sequenced - 788 mutations found! |
| Apr30 |
Doxycyclin plus rifampin effective in Reiter's syndrome |
| Apr30 |
New gene link to scleroderma found |
| Apr30 |
NEJM: Vitamin E good for nonalcoholic steatohepatitis (NASH) |
| Apr28 |
Eating hot peppers significantly increases (doubles) post-prandial energy expenditure as well as fat oxidation. |
| Apr28 |
Lead poisoning risk in wild-shot game birds due to small, undetected lead shot fragments. |
| Apr28 |
U.S. federal judge dismisses complaint against Amgen alleging use of kickback to increase Aranesp use. |
| Apr28 |
B.Braun announces U.S. availability of dialysis machines with built-in Kt/V monitors based on dialysate UV absorbance measured on-line. |
| Apr28 |
Anabolic steroid use in healthies impairs left ventricular relaxation by 50% and also ejection fraction. |
| Apr28 |
DaVita reports 1st quarter financial income growth of about 13% higher than previous year. |
| Apr28 |
RCT shows that high-dose B vitamins associated with increased risk of progression and CV events in diabetics. |
| Apr28 |
Depomedrol and ACTH have different effects on osteonecrosis of the hip, VEGF. |
| Apr28 |
Using deep homology to uncover gene - disease associations |
| Apr26 |
Provenge prostate cancer vaccine - will the FDA approve it? |
| Apr24 |
FDA approves Zortress(R) - everolimus - for organ transplant use. |
| Apr24 |
FDA to increase focus on safety of infusion pumps. |
| Apr24 |
Group B strep an underrecognized cause of urinary tract infections. |
| Apr23 |
Cryptococcus gatti infections emerge in the northwestern part of the United States |
| Apr22 |
Incidence of calcium-alkali syndrome increases with calcium/vitamin D supplementation in the elderly. |
| Apr22 |
California legislators consider living organ donor registry. |
| Apr22 |
University of Chicago to sell 3 off-site dialysis units to DaVita |
| Apr22 |
Blood test for rejection gene markers may preclude need for cardiac biopsy in heart transplant patients |
| Apr21 |
FDA press release relating to regulation of home therapy devices |
| Apr21 |
Home medical devices to get stricter FDA reveiw |
| Apr20 |
About 6 kg of weight loss in obese subjects markedly reduces pro-inflammatory immune dysfunction. |
| Apr20 |
Council of Bioethics in UK explores notion of payment for organ donors |
| Apr20 |
Institute of Medicine sodium report - full text |
| Apr20 |
FDA Statement on Institute of Medicine sodium report |
| Apr20 |
Institute of Medicine, Harvard researchers call for rules for sodium reduction in food |
| Apr20 |
Diets high in added sugar raise heart disease risk. |
| Apr19 |
HDCN: Dual RAAS therapy vs. monotherapy - a debate; RRI 2010 meeting talks (part one); 29 more RW2009 audiofiles; 6 NNJ CE articles; Selecting meds for diabetes in advanced CKD. |
| Apr19 |
Bad news and more bad news: Gene that makes you fat melts your brain. |
| Apr19 |
Gamma prime fibrinogen levels in the top quarter equals a 7-fold increase in MI risk |
| Apr15 |
Premeal ingestion of whey protein suppresses food intake and post-prandial insulin. |
| Apr15 |
AJKD: Is niacin ready for prime time as a phosphate binder in stage 3-5 CKD? |
| Apr15 |
Senate Democrats move closer to passing a bill delaying physician Medicare 19% pay cuts. |
| Apr15 |
Screening kids for CKD using urine dipstick for protein costs 3000 dollars per detected case. |
| Apr15 |
Finding love online, despite health problems |
| Apr14 |
Bariatric surgery lowers pregnancy complication risk in obese women |
| Apr14 |
US Renal to acquire Dialysis Corp of America for 112 million dollars |
| Apr14 |
New artificial pancreas pump infusing both insulin and glucagon controls blood sugar better. |
| Apr14 |
28 states poised to expand role of nurse practicioners. |
| Apr13 |
Health Bill Provision On Long-Term Care Will Affect Baby Boomers |
| Apr13 |
Harnessing the Web and Supercomputers to Track Pathogens as They Evolve |
| Apr13 |
High glycemic index carbs increase heart risk in women. |
| Apr13 |
ITAM-coupled receptors linked to macrophage immune function, arthritis |
| Apr12 |
True or false: Seven concerns about the new health care law. |
| Apr12 |
Scientist find genetic keys that control tumor metastasis. |
| Apr12 |
State of Missouri forced to reduce size of program supporting CKD patient education |
| Apr12 |
US/European consortium identifies new genes linked to CKD |
| Apr11 |
VA planning to pay Medicare rates (39% reduction) to nonVA clinics for dialysis. |
| Apr11 |
Medicare pay cut so that Congress can undo 21% reduction in payments. |
| Apr11 |
Nanovaccine stops type 1 diabetes from developing in mice. |
| Apr11 |
Generic losartan and losartan + HCTZ now available |
| Apr07 |
Tech off topic: Skinput; lean and zoom |
| Apr07 |
JAMA: Kidneys from donors with a particular caveolin-1 genotype are rejected twice as often. |
| Apr07 |
Merger completed for ESRD Networks 4, 9 and 10. |
| Apr07 |
Heparin tested under the new standard may be 10% less potent than previously. |
| Apr07 |
High fruit and vegetable intake of limited benefit in cancer prevention. |
| Apr07 |
Police smash international organ trafficking ring. |
| Apr07 |
NEJM: Telaprevir markedly boosts hepatitis C cure rate. |
| Apr07 |
Multicellular organisms that can live in the complete absence of oxygen discovered. |
| Apr07 |
Adenylyl cyclase 6 suppression by cilia in bone triggers new bone formation secondary to exercise. |
| Apr06 |
Lanthanum carbonate may work in patients intolerant to sevelamer and calcium-based binders. |
| Apr06 |
Eating eggs for breakfast helps reduce calorie consumption throughout the day. |
| Apr02 |
AMAG and Takeda announce strategic collaboration |
| Apr02 |
Nephros revenues 4th quarter of 2009 |
| Apr02 |
Familial azotemia helps clarify role of urea in uremic toxicity - platelets |
| Apr02 |
Will the pre-existing condition federal pool of money soon be exhausted? |
| Apr01 |
Are donor kidneys with hepatitis C wasted? |
| Mar31 |
Home dialysis patients anxiously wait for health care reform to unfold. |
| Mar31 |
ASN World Kidney Day 2010 video |
| Mar31 |
Should home dialysis patients register with the city water treatment department? |
| Mar30 |
Is a cure for hepatitis C virus at hand? |
| Mar30 |
HHS has 90 days to set up a high-risk pool for patients with pre-existing conditions. |
| Mar30 |
Is this the end of gene patenting? |
| Mar30 |
Eating 1 small square of chocolate per day lowers CV risk by 39% |
| Mar29 |
Vascular Access Society of the Americas to hold its symposium in Las Vegas on May 12-14, 2010. |
| Mar29 |
U.S. judge invalidates gene patent |
| Mar29 |
ANNA action alert - write Congress regardling bundling issues for ESRD care. |
| Mar29 |
Novel antivirus compounds target the viral envelope, and are broadly effective. |
| Mar29 |
Junk food fed rats keep on eating despite experiencing electric shocks. |
| Mar29 |
NKF's legislative action center releases position paper on Health Care Reform bill |
| Mar29 |
Silverstrand Investments suing Feraheme over alleged withholding of patient safety info. |
| Mar29 |
OIG audit targets Spectra laboratories over billing procedures. |
| Mar28 |
Toronto conference on Nephroprevention to be held October 1-2, 2010. |
| Mar26 |
House passes edited version of Health Care Reform Reconciliation Bill |
| Mar26 |
Probiotic supplements may help the obese lose weight. |
| Mar26 |
FDA advisory panel review of ESA risks in CKD (2 hr video) |
| Mar24 |
Estimated GFR reporting by laboratories increases nephrology referral; effect on outcomes not yet clear. |
| Mar24 |
Diabetes and prediabetes at epidemic proportions (240 million !) in China |
| Mar24 |
Fresenius appeals 19.4 M verdict relating to use of Method II billing by Renal Care Group. |
| Mar23 |
Utility of metabolic syndrome as a clinical tool debated in Diabetologia journal. |
| Mar23 |
Novel compound targetting DC-SIGN receptor developed against HIV |
| Mar23 |
High-fructose corn syrup associated with liver scarring in patients with NAFLD. |
| Mar23 |
Dropping dialysate sodium using conductivity feedback results in better volume control |
| Mar22 |
Health Reform Bill: What's next? The fight moves to the Senate. |
| Mar22 |
Inventor of beta-blocking drugs, Scottish scientist Sir James Black, dies. |
| Mar22 |
NDT early: Hemodialysis causes microemboli to enter the circulation. |
| Mar22 |
Fibrillin-1 and TGF beta linked to scleroderma |
| Mar22 |
Multidrug-resistant C. difficile infections on the rise in hospitals |
| Mar22 |
High fructose corn syrup = table sugar in terms of fructose content, but not in terms of obesity. |
| Mar22 |
Effect of UV sunlight rays on multiple sclerosis -- something other than vitamin D at work? |
| Mar20 |
Gov. Schwarzenegger, Steve Jobs, lobby for new organ donor legislation in California. |
| Mar19 |
Sen Kent Conrad's letter to CMS concerning the ESRD bundling proposal. |
| Mar19 |
JACC paper: Rosuvastatin in CKD subgroup of the JUPITER trial |
| Mar19 |
High-dose rosuvastatin reduces mortality in CKD patients by 44%. |
| Mar19 |
Stem cell windpipe transplant apparently succeeds in UK child. |
| Mar18 |
Kraft to cut sodium content of its processed foods by an average of 10% |
| Mar15 |
Slightly elevated lead levels found in some spices to Indian food. |
| Mar15 |
Valsartan and nateglitidine of no use in reducing CV death in prediabetics. |
| Mar15 |
Level of myeloperoxidase strongly associated with CAD mortality. |
| Mar15 |
Higher 25D levels in African Americans associated with vascular calcification |
| Mar15 |
ACCORD trial combination fibrate plus statin results (NEJM, pdf) |
| Mar15 |
ACCORD trial lower BP target results (NEJM, .pdf) |
| Mar15 |
ACCORD trial results released at ACC: BP lower than 120 or addition of fibrates have no benefit in diabetics. |
| Mar12 |
New RPA website on-line. Annual Meeting starts today, March 12th. |
| Mar12 |
Plavix gets new FDA warning regarding reduced efficacy in 3% slow activators. |
| Mar12 |
Man who fixes dialysis machines now has to use one. |
| Mar12 |
Early initiation of metformin in type 2 diabetes may have advantages. |
| Mar12 |
Spikes in blood pressure predict stroke risk better than high average readings. |
| Mar12 |
Weight bearing exercise during weight loss does not prevent increased bone turnover. |
| Mar11 |
Family of four gets their genome sequenced |
| Mar11 |
Control of serum phosphorus: More emphasis on dietary intake. |
| Mar11 |
Today is World Kidney Day |
| Mar11 |
Fresenius to offer online hemodiafiltration to its UK clinics. |
| Mar11 |
Gastric bypass increases the risk of kidney stones. |
| Mar11 |
NEJM: Thyroid hormone analogue lowers LDL cholesterol in statin-treated patients. |
| Mar10 |
Hemolysis with intravenous immunoglobulin solutions |
| Mar10 |
JASN paper questions use of ion exchange resins to treat hyperkalemia. |
| Mar10 |
Researchers confirm the safety of kidney donations |
| Mar08 |
Daily dialysis with NxStage system improves sleep and restless legs syndrome. |
| Mar08 |
Good Vitamin D levels needed for adequate killer T cell function. |
| Mar08 |
DSEN: Bloggers report from the Annual Dialysis Conference in Seattle. |
| Mar05 |
Fresenius acquires National Vascular Care |
| Mar04 |
Genetic test may be able to predict success rate of low-carb vs. low-fat diet. |
| Mar04 |
Pycnogenol (pine bark extract) reduces kidney damage in hypertension. |
| Mar04 |
JASN study evaluates longer-term treatment of chronic hyponatremia with tolvaptan. |
| Mar04 |
New interest in gut microflora |
| Mar04 |
Prostate cancer vaccine (Dendreon) improves survival by 40% in patients with advanced disease. |
| Mar04 |
NEJM: Glycated hemoglobin linked to CV death risk in nondiabetic adults. |
| Mar02 |
3 different diets equivalent in terms of improving carotid artery atherosclerosis. |
| Mar02 |
FDA advisory panel recommends approval of belatacept for kidney transplants. |
| Mar02 |
Class I recall of Baxter's Home Choice and Home Choice Pro due to risk of overfill |
| Mar01 |
Plan on working until you're 100? Meet such a centenarian physician. |
| Mar01 |
Dialysis center owner is a kidney patient. |
| Mar01 |
Leukocyte biology suggests that simvastatin may increase infection risk. |
| Feb28 |
Rising threat of infections due to drug-resistant Gram-negative infections |
| Feb26 |
15th International Congress on Renal Nutrition and Metabolism, May 25 in Lausanne, Switzerland. |
| Feb25 |
Fresenius Medical Care reports strong financial results |
| Feb25 |
Nintendo Wii exercise games keep elders in shape and combat depression. |
| Feb25 |
Estrogen receptor activation for refractory prostate cancer |
| Feb24 |
US NKF makes availabe CKD patient education program on modality choice |
| Feb23 |
AHA/ACC issue Science Advisory re heart risk and thiazolidinedione drugs. |
| Feb23 |
New cardiac CT scanners with 320 detector rows expose patients to 90% less radiation. |
| Feb22 |
Checklists reduce complications in surgical procedures |
| Feb22 |
5-diamond safety program for missed HD treatments (Mid-Atlantic Renal Coalition) |
| Feb22 |
Mutations in gene encoding K channel KCNN3 associated with atrial fibrillation. |
| Feb22 |
Tests that purported to show conscious thought in longterm coma patient proven unreliable. |
| Feb18 |
Anesthesiologists may be the first specialists to be replaced by computers. |
| Feb18 |
Output of scientific papers growing quickly in non-US countries; fastest in Iran. |
| Feb18 |
JASN: Efficacy and safety of ion exchange resins questioned. |
| Feb18 |
Sucrose and trehalose stabilize live vaccines so that refrigeration is no longer needed. |
| Feb17 |
Dr. R.H. Lustig on fructose, obesity, and metabolic syndrome (90 min talk) |
| Feb17 |
Belatacept shown to be beneficial in routine transplant immunosuppression. |
| Feb16 |
Something fishy about metformin |
| Feb16 |
Affymax readies blockbuster alternative to Epogen. |
| Feb15 |
Next generation of hand sanitizers to use gas plasma. |
| Feb15 |
Greater use of extended criteria donor transplants for the elderly recommended. |
| Feb15 |
DSEN blog: MD patient questions what should be the minimum dose with NxStage |
| Feb15 |
Robotic surgery for prostatectomy - marketing hype or a true advance? |
| Feb12 |
CMS Plans Open Door Forum on ESRD and Clinical Laboratories |
| Feb12 |
NKDEP offers a suggested approach to drug dosing in CKD |
| Feb12 |
Mercury, arsenic and lead commonly found in herbal medicines. |
| Feb12 |
Texas jury acquits nurse who complained about a physician's care to the Texas Medical Board. |
| Feb12 |
Tetrahydrobiopterin (BH4) a drug already used in humans, prevents diastolic heart failure in mice. |
| Feb11 |
Medicare pay fix for doctors hitches a ride on the jobs bill |
| Feb11 |
GLP-1 analogue designed to be taken weekly shows promising results in diabetics. |
| Feb11 |
DaVita posts Q4 results; doing very well, up 12% relative to Q4 2008. |
| Feb11 |
NEJM: Stents better than balloon angioplasty in dialysis patients AV graft stenosis. |
| Feb10 |
FDA grants humanitarian use device designation for high MW cutoff membrane in treating multiple myeloma. |
| Feb10 |
3SBio licenses China rights to ferric citrate as a phosphate binder. |
| Feb10 |
Statins associated with a 40% reduction in risk of cataracts |
| Feb10 |
Soy isoflavone tablets of no benefit in preventing bone loss. |
| Feb10 |
Thiazolidinediones increase fracture risk in observational study. |
| Feb10 |
Harmless virus kills cancer cells that activate the Ras pathway in cells. |
| Feb09 |
Even mild hypokalemia in heart failure patients with early-stage CKD associated with increased mortality. |
| Feb08 |
What is "third-hand smoke" and why is it potentially dangerous? |
| Feb08 |
AMAG safety update on adverse effects in patients taking Ferraheme |
| Feb08 |
Speed dating model used to match physicians with patients. |
| Feb08 |
TERC and telomere length linked to biologic age in humans. |
| Feb08 |
Barley, beer (esp. pale ale), orthoslicic acid, and bone health |
| Feb04 |
ANNA anounces its new elected officers for the coming year. |
| Feb04 |
Who will provide unreimbursed dialysis to immigrant dialysis patients in Atlanta? |
| Feb04 |
Metabolism across mammals is a function of body weight to the 2/3 power and not to the 3/4. |
| Feb04 |
USRDS presentations at ASN Renal Week 2009 |
| Feb04 |
New metaanalysis debunks link between saturated fat intake and heart disease. |
| Feb03 |
Why changing the gut microbiota with antibiotics may have adverse effects. |
| Feb03 |
Nordic Medcom AB to distribute NxStage hemodialysis system in Scandinavia. |
| Feb03 |
NEJM: Many people in a coma are not really in a coma - willful modulation of brain activity. |
| Feb01 |
CMS issues new guidelines for adequacy, infection, and access reporting. |
| Feb01 |
Serious liver disorder associated with didanosine (drug used to treat HIV) use |
| Jan29 |
Class I recall issued for Aquarius hemodialysis machine made by Edwards and distributed by Baxter. |
| Jan29 |
Spontaneous remission in 34% of patient with idiopathic membranous GN treated conservatively. |
| Jan29 |
Overweight elderly live longer. |
| Jan27 |
ASH 25th Annual Scientific Meeting to be held May 1-4, 2010 in New York City. |
| Jan27 |
Think you know how platelets are made? Guess again. |
| Jan27 |
Financial burden of providing emergency dialysis to illegal immigrants at Las Vegas UMC. |
| Jan27 |
New software allows 3D imaging during coronary angiography. |
| Jan27 |
Doctors without borders dialyzes patients in Haiti with AKI due to crush syndrome. |
| Jan27 |
Longevity effects of human growth hormone debunked by long-lived deficients. |
| Jan27 |
Magnesium brain content associated with cognitive function |
| Jan27 |
Vitamin D deficiency linked to GI microflora, gut immunity, and Crohn's disease. |
| Jan26 |
Prostate cancer vaccine increases survival of patients with refractory, metastatic disease. |
| Jan26 |
UC professor engineers oral vaccines against malaria and cholera. |
| Jan26 |
AJKD: Comments on AURORA study results on use of statins in CKD patients. |
| Jan26 |
AJKD: Series of editorials from different perspectives on CMS 2009 prospective payment system. |
| Jan25 |
Providing dialysis to illegal immigrants costing one university dialysis center 2 M dollars/month. |
| Jan25 |
MMWR: Prevalence of abnormal lipid levels among youths |
| Jan25 |
FDA schedules premarket clearance meeting re medical devices on 18 Feb, 2010 |
| Jan25 |
Spearphishing schemes target doctors by masquerading as habitual, trusted sources. |
| Jan24 |
Dr. Bernard Canaud to receive 2010 Belding Scribner Trailblazer Award at the ADC |
| Jan21 |
NEJM study quantitates benefits of salt reduction on CV outcomes. |
| Jan21 |
Retail meat linked to urinary tract infections. |
| Jan21 |
New sensor can measure glucose in exhaled breath |
| Jan20 |
Gambro announces agreement to acquire CHF solutions. |
| Jan20 |
New business analysis published on global trends in dialysis markets. |
| Jan20 |
DaVita names Dr. John Moran as VP in charge of home therapies. |
| Jan17 |
Why some doctors are opting out of Medicare. |
| Jan16 |
National CKD surveillance system is in the works |
| Jan16 |
Uncomfortable arithmetic: whom to cover vs. what to cover. |
| Jan15 |
Baxter recalls Home Choice automated PD systems due to risk of overfill. |
| Jan15 |
Comments to CMS regarding effect of bundling on frequent hemodialysis |
| Jan14 |
UC Davis study confirms efficacy of calcium plus vitamin D in reducing fracture risk. |
| Jan14 |
Slightly elevated blood lead levels in adolescents associated with reduced cystatin GFR. |
| Jan14 |
Alzheimer's disease might be detectable by a retinal exam. |
| Jan13 |
Baxter to face lawsuits over tainted heparin. |
| Jan13 |
Sophisticated insulin pump prototype in development for type 1 diabetes mellitus |
| Jan13 |
BPA (bisphenol A) linked to cardiovascular risk. |
| Jan12 |
Obesity identified as a risk factor for clear cell kidney cancer. |
| Jan11 |
New test strip developed to detect blue algae microcystins in water. |
| Jan11 |
CV and kidney progression risk tied to proteinuria may be affected by race. |
| Jan08 |
CJASN: Higher serum calcium levels associated with increased mortality. |
| Jan07 |
Miami's Jackson County health system can no longer pay for dialysis of poor patients. |
| Jan07 |
UCLA study shows metformin to be safe in patients with diabetes and advanced heart failure. |
| Jan06 |
NEJM FDA op ed piece: Time for reevaluation of anemia drugs. |
| Jan06 |
FDA plans safety panel on 3 drugs for anemia. |
| Jan06 |
Study examines the mathematical benefits of drawing multiple patient lab samples. |
| Jan06 |
Fresenius Medical Care urges patients to prepare for winter storms. |
| Jan06 |
Temporary reprieve eases crisis for dialysis-dependent illegal immigrants. |
| Jan06 |
Genetic survey of clear cell renal cancer samples identifies new gene abnormalities. |
| Jan06 |
Calorie information from fast food and other restaurants underestimates true calorie content of their foods. |
| Jan06 |
Candesartan prevents proliferative gene profile in diabetic eye disease. |
| Jan06 |
Plate weight monitor helps children slow rate of eating at mealtimes. |
| Jan05 |
Vitamin C arrests senescence in mice mutated to mimic Werner syndrome. |
| Jan05 |
Glycyrrhizin increases ability of skin to ward off infection. |
| Jan05 |
Fat mass helps build bone in young girls. |
| Jan05 |
Sharing a hospital room increases the risk of C. difficile infection |
| Dec31 |
Political cartoons dealing with health care reform |
| Dec31 |
Vitamin E supplements can shorten life expectancy in some patients |
| Dec31 |
Officials re-examining organ donor rules after transmittal of amoebic brain infection |
| Dec29 |
High price of FDA approval - the case of colchicine. |
| Dec29 |
Disinfectants may promote emergence of superbugs. |
| Dec29 |
Transplanted organs from donor who died of undiagnosed brain disease transmitted amoebic brain infection to recipient. |
| Dec29 |
Risk of ESRD in diabetics has been decreasing by 4% per year since 1996. |
| Dec29 |
Inner ear organs can alter brain blood flow, affect postural hypotension, dizziness. |
| Dec29 |
JRN: Updated list of phosphate in sports drinks and other beverages. |
| Dec29 |
Am Diabetes Assoc promoted increased use of Hb A1C to diagnose diabetes. |
| Dec29 |
Renal sympathetic nerve ablation being tested in the UK to treat hypertension |
| Dec26 |
Interview with DaVita CEO Kent Thiry re health care reform. |
| Dec23 |
Caloric restriction longevity effects linked to telomerase activity. |
| Dec23 |
INF2 gene mutations linked to focal segmental glomerulosclerosis (FSGS) |
| Dec23 |
American Heart Association's selection of top 10 research advances |
| Dec23 |
Intestinal liner to treat type 2 diabetes and obesity approved for sale in Europe. |
| Dec23 |
Aggressive BP treatment in patients over 80 may result in increased mortality. |
| Dec22 |
Dr. Tom Parker III awarded AAKP's 2010 Medal of Excellence Award |
| Dec22 |
Adenylyl cyclase senses bicarbonate levels and regulates blood pH (in dogfish shark) |
| Dec22 |
Deoxycytidine kinase enzyme shown to profoundly affect adaptive immune system. |
| Dec22 |
Neuropeptide Y receptors on osteoblasts are evidence of how brain and diet control bone formation. |
| Dec21 |
Facebook post brings Iowa man a new kidney. |
| Dec21 |
24-h BP monitoring disturbs sleep in some, artifactually affecting the amount of nocturnal BP dipping. |
| Dec21 |
Genetic studies clarify differing European and West African components of inheritance in African Americans |
| Dec17 |
Physicians advocate for repeal of Medicare sustainable growth rate approach. |
| Dec17 |
House votes to delay Medicare physician reimbursement reductions until March. |
| Dec16 |
Mostly immigrant dialysis patients lose lawsuit against closure of Grady dialysis unit. |
| Dec16 |
Scientists crack genetic code of skin and lung cancer. |
| Dec16 |
RPA final comments on ESRD prospective payment system. |
| Dec15 |
Kidney Care Partners letter to senators regarding immunosuppressive drug reimbursement issues. |
| Dec15 |
Reducing dialysis reimbursement to pay for transplant drugs draws opposition. |
| Dec14 |
Prussian blue linked to formation of urea, lactic acid and other origins of life molecules. |
| Dec14 |
Scientists isolate new antifreeze molecule from beetle. |
| Dec12 |
Star fruit intoxication in patients with moderate CKD not yet on dialysis |
| Dec11 |
Blood stem cell transplants "cure" sickle cell disease in 9/10 adults |
| Dec11 |
Issues in the proposed Senate health bill under discussion |
| Dec11 |
Just when you thought it was safe to make popcorn. |
| Dec10 |
NNJ: Myths of CCHT Certification regarding the April 2010 deadline. |
| Dec10 |
Carotid artery endarterectomy beneficial for CKD patients with high-grade carotid artery stenosis. |
| Dec09 |
Fresenius Medical Care prepares for CEO transition. |
| Dec09 |
Australia lifts ban on xenotransplantation. |
| Dec09 |
2009 Nobel prize winners in medicine -- see their lectures on-line. |
| Dec08 |
Compilation of international human subject protection laws (large .pdf file) |
| Dec08 |
FDA panel recommends approval of everolimus for transplant rejection with a risk mitigation plan. |
| Dec08 |
West Nile virus infection may persist in the kidneys for years after infection. |
| Dec08 |
Researchers find hidden sensory system in the skin. |
| Dec08 |
Drug reimportation re-emerges in health care debate. |
| Dec07 |
Three nurses unions merge |
| Dec07 |
Renal Research Institute Advances in CKD conference: New Orleans, Jan 20-22, 2010 |
| Dec07 |
Typing on a computer screen using only your mind. |
| Dec07 |
NEJM: Dabigatran as good as warfarin for venous thromboembolism prevention. |
| Dec07 |
Donor kidneys from which renal masses have been removed yield good results. |
| Dec07 |
Vitamin D levels linked to survival in myeloma patients. |
| Dec07 |
Encouraging results in new 3-drug regimen in multiple myeloma. |
| Dec07 |
Genetic studies reveal new cause of severe obesity in childhood on chromosome 16. |
| Dec04 |
Blood clot risk increased up to 70 times as long as 6 weeks after surgery. |
| Dec04 |
Amyloid fibrils are toxic per se, the shorter the fibril, the more damage it causes. |
| Dec04 |
Observational study suggests remarkable protection against graft-versus-host disease by statins. |
| Dec03 |
Finasteride linked to increase risk of breast cancer in men. |
| Dec03 |
Novel "locked nucleic acid" drug markedly lowers hepatitis C viral counts in chimpanzees. |
| Dec03 |
Rat study suggests that fructose consumption in CKD blocks intestinal Ca absorption and vitamin D activation |
| Dec03 |
What is "pay for delay" and how does it affect availability of generic drugs? |
| Dec02 |
American Indian health care in the U.S. may be reorganized. |
| Dec02 |
Heparin potency to change by 10% with new labeling requirements. |
| Dec02 |
Urea concentrations between 10 and 40 mM induce reactive oxygen species in cell culture. |
| Dec02 |
Heart failure linked to gene variant affecting vitamin D activation. |
| Dec02 |
Concern grows for immigrant dialysis patients after closure of Grady dialysis unit. |
| Dec01 |
TLR2 (toll-like receptors) linked to inflammatory damage in atherosclerotic plaque. |
| Dec01 |
TLR2 (toll-like receptors) linked to inflammatory damage in atherosclerotic plaque. |
| Dec01 |
Are peptoids that disable autoreactive T cells the next step in treatment of autoimmune disease? |
| Dec01 |
Protein Kinase G (PKG) controls brown fat abundance; may be manipulated in treatment of obesity. |
| Dec01 |
Copper surfaces harbor remarkably few bacteria. |
| Dec01 |
Whistleblower lawsuit alleges Medicare fraud by Amgen related to EPO dosing. |
| Dec01 |
JASN: Transplant nephrectomy associated with improved survival. |
| Nov29 |
The Royal Society published 350 years of scientific history on Trailblazing website. |
| Nov27 |
Interview with NxStage CEO Jeff Burbank discusses home dialysis, impact of bundling. |
| Nov27 |
Stress-related blood pressure linked to phosducin. |
| Nov27 |
Zap your hands with ionized plasma to rid them of superbugs. |
| Nov27 |
Diabetes expected to double, costs to triple, by 2034 in the United States. |
| Nov26 |
Instead of looking to get omega-3s from fish, look to the algae. |
| Nov26 |
New theory of causation of multiple sclerosis focuses on iron injury due to impaired venous drainage. |
| Nov26 |
Rituximab helps preserve beta cell function in patients with early type 1 diabetes. |
| Nov25 |
Feeding time a major factor on gene induction circadian variability |
| Nov25 |
High salt intake linked to risk of stroke and cardiovascular disease. |
| Nov25 |
Nexilin mutations identified as a cause of dilated cardiomyopathy. |
| Nov25 |
Overweight? Try using smaller plates. |
| Nov24 |
Tired of giving expensive vitamin Ds to dialysis patients? Cholecalciferol is cheap and seems to work. |
| Nov24 |
Diabetics show alarming increase in morbid obesity |
| Nov24 |
CDC issues prevalence maps by county for obesity and diabetes |
| Nov24 |
Paralyzed man was misdiagnosed as being in coma for 23 years. |
| Nov23 |
Progress in xenotransplant. Pig kidneys live for 50 days in baboons. |
| Nov23 |
Is there good Staph living in one's skin? |
| Nov20 |
CDC: Recs for clinical laboratories on how best to diagnose Shiga toxin-producing E.Coli. |
| Nov20 |
JASN: Removing a failed transplant associated with increased survival in ESRD patients. |
| Nov20 |
How to take a gorilla's blood pressure? Very carefully. |
| Nov19 |
HACH recalls vials of residual peroxide test strips because of a packaging error |
| Nov19 |
OPTN/UNOS board reapproves 236 living donor transplant programs |
| Nov19 |
What happens to data privacy when a personal genomics company goes bankrupt? |
| Nov19 |
Workers exposed to secondhand smoke in outdoor environments have elevated blood levels of cotinine. |
| Nov19 |
Cigarette smoke found to be contaminated with many pathogenic bacteria. |
| Nov19 |
ESRD-related language in candidate Senate healthcare reform bill. |
| Nov19 |
FDA issues warning letters to 22 websites marketing health products with unapproved claims. |
| Nov18 |
Niacin plus statin no better than niacin alone in elderly patients with CAD. |
| Nov18 |
Women at risk from vitamin A deficiency. |
| Nov18 |
NEJM: IV iron improves functional capacity and QOL in heart failure patients with iron deficiency |
| Nov18 |
Genzyme cancels development of Renvela successor. |
| Nov18 |
N95 high filtration masks for staff to prevent influenza? Maybe not worth the money. |
| Nov18 |
Looking for medical images on the web? Try Google Swirl. |
| Nov17 |
Scientific sessions of the American Heart Association portal |
| Nov17 |
Google translate now talks and translates in real time between 51 different languages. |
| Nov17 |
FDA: Omeprazole and clopidogrel drug:drug interaction reducing efficacy of clopidogrel |
| Nov17 |
JASN: FSGS after anabolic steroid abuse. |
| Nov17 |
DSEN: Kidney patient blog reports, Nov 15th. |
| Nov17 |
In LaCrosse, WI, "everyone" has filled out an advance directives form |
| Nov17 |
NEJM: Continuous flow LV assist devices markedly improve survival in severe heart failure. |
| Nov15 |
NEJM: Editorial regarding the HALTS trial (ezetimibe vs. niacin) |
| Nov15 |
NEJM: Extended-release niacin better than ezetimibe (Vytorin) for atherosclerosis reduction |
| Nov15 |
Health Care marketplace: Make and offer on PriceDoc.com |
| Nov14 |
USRDS posters at ASN renal week 2009 |
| Nov14 |
Myostatin inhibitors increase muscle mass and strength in monkeys via gene therapy. |
| Nov14 |
ASTRAL study published in NEJM: No benefit of revascularization in renovascular hypertension. |
| Nov14 |
Children with CKD often have undetected hypertension that is associated with LVH. |
| Nov14 |
Why certain antibiotics like cipro and tetracycline counteract each other |
| Nov14 |
Excessive ingestion of selenium supplements can increase cholesterol by 10% |
| Nov14 |
Getting fat recently? Maybe too many Firmicutes bacteria in your gut. |
| Nov14 |
CDC reports on cigarette smoking trends in the U.S. Some progress (3.5% drop over 10 years) |
| Nov14 |
WHO: Antivirals should be given early to high-risk patients who fall ill with suspected H1N1 flu. |
| Nov14 |
FDA safety alert on particulate contamination of Fabrazyme and other Genzyme injectables. |
| Nov14 |
New database for out-of-network pay set to replace disputed Ingenix system |
| Nov14 |
Nephros reports 3rd quarter results. FDA approvals for HDF device still pending. |
| Nov10 |
KDIGO guidelines for care of the transplant patient |
| Nov10 |
Want to comment on the CMS prospective payments system for ESRD? Here's how. |
| Nov10 |
If you're fat in Japan, your employer may be breaking the law. |
| Nov10 |
Off-topic: Cinderella fruits in Africa become cash crops |
| Nov10 |
Tissue-engineered penile erectile tissue fully functional when implanted in rabbits |
| Nov10 |
Obesity and hypertension are independent risk factor for left atrial enlargement with aging. |
| Nov10 |
High-sugar diets and chocolate create withdrawal with increased CRF levels. |
| Nov10 |
Insurers, drugmakers turn to Senate for changes to health care reform bills. |
| Nov10 |
OIG audit of dialysis facilities in terms of target Hb range for ESA dosing; only 54% comply. |
| Nov10 |
Amgen lawsuit highlights industry practice of overfilling vials. |
| Nov10 |
AMA news reviews current status of health care reform legislation. |
| Nov09 |
Cleveland Clinic post-op ARF risk calculator |
| Nov06 |
Experts map the body's bacteria |
| Nov06 |
1930s gonorrhea drug acriflavine blocks HIF-1 induced new blood vessel proliferation. |
| Nov06 |
CJASN: Higher phosphorus levels in preESRD patients linked with coronary artery calcification. |
| Nov05 |
RPA releases an analysis of the Final Rule for the 2010 Medicare Fee Schedule.. |
| Nov05 |
Benlysta (belimumab) phase III trial for lupus gives positive results. |
| Nov05 |
Glucose may have a life-shortening effect in worms (and maybe humans). |
| Nov05 |
Genome 10K project seeks to sequence DNA from 10,000 vertebrates. |
| Nov05 |
Home dialysis experts questions CMS decision to merge home training costs into the bundle. |
| Nov05 |
French study suggests daily online HDF promotes catchup growth in kids. |
| Nov05 |
NEJM: Hematide corrects anemia due to ESA-induced pure red cell aplasia. |
| Nov04 |
Off-pump bypass surgery comes up short in RCT against older method |
| Nov04 |
CMS extends comment period on proposed ESRD bundling regs to Dec. 16, 2009. |
| Nov04 |
FDA unveils "Safe Use Initiative" to reduce medication-related side-effects. |
| Nov04 |
TLR4 on macrophages may mediate the immune system response to excess fat. |
| Nov04 |
Wolfing down food may be one reason people are getting fat. |
| Nov04 |
Steamed food diet may be best for CKD patients due to lower AGE content. |
| Nov04 |
ROMK downstream pathway clarified; may lead to new drugs to combat hyperkalemia in CKD |
| Nov03 |
Surprise for organ donors: unexpected medical bills; pre-existing condition risk. |
| Nov03 |
FDA warns about adverse renal effects of Byetta (exenatide) |
| Nov03 |
Role of aspirin in primary prevention of cardiovascular disease being questioned. |
| Nov03 |
One particular MRSA strain associated with high mortality rates. |
| Nov03 |
Proton-pump inhibitors associated with multiple side effects. |
| Nov03 |
Statins may protect against deep venous thrombosis |
| Nov03 |
Children who drink full-fat milk weigh less. |
| Nov03 |
Consumer Reports: Bisphenol A widespread in canned foods, including soups, juice, tuna. |
| Oct30 |
TREAT trial of darbepoetin in diabetics with preESRD shows no benefit and increased stroke risk. |
| Oct29 |
Rockwell announces completion of Phase IIB study of dialysate-supplemented iron therapy. |
| Oct29 |
NIH launches SPRINT RCT to study systolic BP target effect on progression into CKD. |
| Oct29 |
Anabolic steroid use in body builders leads to FSGS. |
| Oct29 |
Teriparatide outperforms alendronate in treating steroid-induced osteoporosis. |
| Oct28 |
50K or ergocalciferol every 2 weeks as maintentance treatment for vitamin D deficiency. |
| Oct28 |
Shire's Fosrenol approved in Europe for preESRD patients |
| Oct28 |
Fish oil (DHA) metabolite resolvin 2 found to have marked anti-inflammatory activity |
| Oct28 |
Gut bacteria linked to diet, immune system functioning via short chain fatty acid receptor |
| Oct28 |
eGFR calculator using CKD-EPI equation link on HDCN now fixed |
| Oct28 |
Ureakinetics.org website now live (hemodialysis adequacy program) |
| Oct26 |
New LOAD combination treatment for Helicobacter better than the usual regimen. |
| Oct26 |
Gene therapy allows children previously blind with Leber's amaurosis to see low levels of light. |
| Oct26 |
Blue-light filtering increases macular pigment, may protect against dry macular degeneration. |
| Oct26 |
Histone released from damaged cells during trauma or sepsis damages blood vessels. |
| Oct25 |
NKF 2009 updated summary of cookbooks for renal patients. |
| Oct25 |
Alternate-day fasting seems to work as a short-term weight loss tool. |
| Oct23 |
FDA authorizes use of IV peramivir for hospitalized patients with H1N1 infection. |
| Oct23 |
FDA Medwatch reports another case of PML after rituximab in a rheumatoid arthritis patient. |
| Oct23 |
Congenital chloride diarrhea diagnosed by total gene scanning in a young child. |
| Oct22 |
AJKD: Solute-solver, an open source program to monitor hemodialysis adequacy. |
| Oct22 |
NEJM: Strict BP control lowers progression rate in kids with CKD |
| Oct22 |
First results of influenza A H1N1 pandemic in dialysis units - an international survey |
| Oct22 |
NEJM: 40 ml/kg/hr no better than 25 ml/kg/hr fluid replacement rate in CHDF to treat ICU patients with renal failure |
| Oct20 |
American College of Rheumatology 2009 annual meeting abstract search |
| Oct19 |
Swine flu vaccine delayed, CDC says. |
| Oct19 |
Black box warning for Dexferrum (iron dextran) modified after anaphylactic reactions. |
| Oct19 |
Advances in Peritoneal Dialysis 2009 now available in full text form. |
| Oct19 |
FDA delays approval of Amgen's denosumab to treat osteoporosis. |
| Oct19 |
DaVita real estate shopping in Denver for new corporate headquarters |
| Oct19 |
Mild overweight status associated with reduced death rate in Germans. |
| Oct19 |
RItuximab as effective as cyclophosphamide in treating severe ANCA vasculitis. |
| Oct19 |
Gleevec for scleroderma |
| Oct19 |
Is lupus a garbage-disposal problem? And is PPAR delta an answer? |
| Oct19 |
Uloric shown particularly effective in lowering hyperuricemia in patients with mild-moderate CKD. |
| Oct15 |
The gadolinium NSF story from the product liability perspective, focus on G.E. |
| Oct15 |
Certain specific gut microorganisms induce the formation of Th17 immune helper T cells. |
| Oct15 |
What can Danish hogs teach us about antibiotics? |
| Oct14 |
Initiation of dialysis in nursing home seniors associated with functional decline. |
| Oct13 |
Medications that block folic acid in pregnancy increase congenital fetal malformations. |
| Oct13 |
Robotic prostate surgery not better than conventional methods in terms of complications. |
| Oct13 |
NIH-funded CALERIE study underway; asks if 25% caloric restriction will have health benefits. |
| Oct13 |
New forum launched to discuss public policy relating to CKD, sponsored by RSN Hope. |
| Oct13 |
Jaw bone created from stem cells |
| Oct13 |
Potassium additives to foods: marked variability in potassium content among similar foods. |
| Oct13 |
Better survival with on-line HDF than with high-flux hemodialysis in observational study. |
| Oct13 |
TMPRSS6 gene associated with hemoglobin levels in healthies. |
| Oct13 |
Melanocytes in the heart? Protecting against atrial fibrillation? |
| Oct13 |
Hey, we thought that high serum uric acid (urate) levels were bad? |
| Oct11 |
Renal Week 2009 abstracts now available for viewing |
| Oct10 |
American Society of Transplantation pushing to include transplant drug extension in health reform legislation. |
| Oct10 |
Fistula first releases strategic plan to get fistulas up from 53 to 66%. |
| Oct10 |
MARC develops pain management algorithm for treating CKD patients. |
| Oct10 |
Neutralizing autoantibodies against osteoprotegerin may explain osteoporosis in celiac disease. |
| Oct08 |
XMRV virus linked to chronic fatigue syndrome |
| Oct07 |
Cytochrome P450 gene variants markedly influence response to sulfonylureas in diabetics. |
| Oct07 |
Flu flow chart and decision tree |
| Oct07 |
Hetastarch research protocol at Columbia causes a furor due to bleeding complications and consent issues. |
| Oct06 |
Cochrane review finds that B-vitamins of no benefit in preventing CV complications. |
| Oct06 |
CMS to host ESRD and clinical laboratories open door forum 10/15 and town hall 10/23 |
| Oct06 |
Fresenius committed to offering all patients and staff seasonal and H1N1 flu vaccines. |
| Oct06 |
Off topic? "H1N1 Rap" by John D. Clarke, MD |
| Oct06 |
Inuit have slight BP elevations and blood levels of mercury that are 10 times higher than normal. |
| Oct06 |
When a dialysis tech suddenly needs dialysis. |
| Oct06 |
Minocycline protects against ischemic stroke in animal models. |
| Oct01 |
Senate Finance Committee passes a Public Option for persons just above Medicaid income limits. |
| Oct01 |
FDA announces new manufacturing standards for heparin that may change its potency. |
| Oct01 |
Low-protein diet may enhance longevity by improving mitochondrial function. |
| Oct01 |
JASN: Pioglitazone prevents age-related decline in renal morphology and function. |
| Sep30 |
Bill and Melinda Gates Foundation Grand Challenges grant applications due Nov 2. |
| Sep30 |
Why medical malpractice is off-limits in the proposed health reform legislation. |
| Sep28 |
Incidence and causes of heparin-induced skin lesions. |
| Sep28 |
I love my socialist kidney - a patient perspective |
| Sep28 |
Clostridium difficile spreading due to genetic changes, making it more virulent. |
| Sep28 |
Cash-strapped Britons selling a kidney to cover mortgage and other debts. |
| Sep28 |
Funding concerns cause dialysis patients to be steered away from transplantation. |
| Sep27 |
AJKD: Five decades of nephrology in India, by dr. Kirpal Chugh |
| Sep26 |
Complete file of 2009 KDIGO guidelines for mineral bone disorder. |
| Sep25 |
Januvia (sitagliptin) linked to increased pancreatitis risk |
| Sep25 |
When Grady hospital dialysis unit closes, what will happen to its immigrant patients? |
| Sep25 |
Study dispels myth that new residents cause increased medical errors in July. |
| Sep24 |
Vitamin D deficiency in premenopausal women associated with hypertension later in life. |
| Sep24 |
200g/day fructose supplement increases systolic BP by 6 mm Hg, prevented by allopurinol. |
| Sep24 |
Hospital closure of its dialysis unit leaves immigrants with few alternatives. |
| Sep24 |
USRDS Annual Report now available for download. |
| Sep24 |
AJKD issues containing KDOQI guidelines now freely available as .pdf files |
| Sep23 |
Alpha-agonists prevent heterotopic ossification |
| Sep23 |
New CMS reimbursement rules could help home dialysis companies like NxStage. |
| Sep23 |
Leptin regulates bone mass via a serotonin pathway in mice. |
| Sep23 |
University of Michigan gets 10 million dollar grant to study nephrotic syndrome. |
| Sep21 |
Inhalable H1N1 vaccine to be available in the first week of October. |
| Sep19 |
Just say no to antibacterial burgers |
| Sep18 |
Government inspection of dialysis facilities in Texas causing delays. |
| Sep18 |
CMS announces details of town hall meeting on ESRD prospective payment system. |
| Sep18 |
Metformin or insulin do not lower levels of inflammatory markers in diabetics. |
| Sep17 |
CJASN: Losing weight may preserve kidney function in obese patients with CKD |
| Sep17 |
Satellite Healthcare announces recipients of 2009 extramural grant program |
| Sep17 |
CMS prospective ESRD payment system posted on the web for comment |
| Sep17 |
Vitamin K deficiency may be widespread, according to a new theory. |
| Sep15 |
FDA approves swine flu vaccine |
| Sep15 |
NxStage announces deal relating to its Streamline blood tubing sets |
| Sep15 |
Device makers object to new fees in health bill. |
| Sep14 |
Implantable defibrillators may not benefit women. |
| Sep14 |
Knockout model developed in animals that results in absent natural killer (NK) cells. |
| Sep14 |
Draft healthcare reform bill would remove 36-month limit in paying for anti-rejection drugs post transplant. |
| Sep14 |
ISBP 2009 meeting abstracts |
| Sep14 |
Take a shower and get a faceful of Mycobacterium avium. |
| Sep13 |
Multidrug resistant Staph aureus recovered from 7 public beaches around Puget Sound. |
| Sep11 |
Muscle easy to lose, hard to build, with age, but weight training can help reverse the effect. |
| Sep11 |
Road noise linked to high blood pressure |
| Sep11 |
Fresenius launches telemonitoring system for dialysis patients. |
| Sep08 |
Dopamine primes donor kidneys for a new host. |
| Sep08 |
Novel bacteria strains remove microcystins from cyanobacteria from contaminated water. |
| Sep05 |
Real Canadians talking about their health care system. |
| Sep04 |
Home Therapies 2010 Workshop, February 10-12, 2010 in Brisbane, Australia |
| Sep03 |
100K buys recipient a good kidney, but not good health, and results in the death of a young Chinese girl. |
| Sep01 |
European Soc Cardiol 2009 meeting website |
| Sep01 |
Addition of valsartan lowers CV mortality in Japanese patients in the Kyoto heart study. |
| Sep01 |
Peginterferon-alfa and ribavirin treatment for HCV associated with impaired sexual functioning in men. |
| Sep01 |
Early stage CHF patients benefit from cardiac resynchronization therapy. |
| Sep01 |
How much DHA is enough for an anti-atherosclerotic effect? 200 mg |
| Sep01 |
Prophylactic use of aspirin in asymptomatic atherosclerosis of no benefit in RCT. |
| Sep01 |
CO linked to increased CV risk; might this explain the higher CKD risk as well in urban areas? |
| Sep01 |
Hormonal therapy for prostate cancer associated with increased cardiovascular risk. |
| Sep01 |
DaVita reaches milestone of 1000 incenter nocturnal hemodialysis patients. |
| Sep01 |
Fresenius and its mobile generator truck to power dialysis units in times of weather emergencies. |
| Aug30 |
NEJM: Ticagrelor better than clopidogrel as an anti-platelet agent post acute coronary syndrome. |
| Aug30 |
NEJM: Free full text paper on dabigatran vs. warfarin for stroke prevention in atrial fib. |
| Aug30 |
Pradaxa (dabigatran) outperforms warfarin by a mile for stroke prevention with a. fib. |
| Aug28 |
Fruit contains more polyphenols than previously thought. |
| Aug28 |
Dialysis patient's taxi driver offers to donate his kidney, and they are an immunologic match. |
| Aug28 |
About 1/3 of people don't activate clopidogrel very well due to gene variants. |
| Aug28 |
Should pregnant women avoid mushrooms? Ergothioneine levels high in pre-eclampsia |
| Aug28 |
High LDL cholesterol may thin bone by stimulating RANKL. |
| Aug28 |
New gene controlling formation of adipocytes identified. |
| Aug28 |
Mildly heated high-fructose corn syrup generates undesirable chemical compounds. |
| Aug28 |
Warfarin use associated with increased stroke risk in hemodialysis patients with a. fib. |
| Aug26 |
TREAT RCT study results show targeting Hb of 13 in CKD patients using Aranesp of no benefit. |
| Aug24 |
Mice eating a low-carb diet show increased atherosclerosis and decreases in vascular progenitor cells. |
| Aug24 |
Is reduction in liver fat the key to the benefits of an alternate-day diet? |
| Aug24 |
FDA announces ongoing monitoring of liver injury associated with Orlistat. |
| Aug24 |
Fresenius dialysis patient travel service in the spotlight. |
| Aug24 |
American Heart Association recommends limiting intake of foods with added sugars. |
| Aug21 |
Oxidative stress in CKD patients linked to malfunctioning mitochondria. |
| Aug21 |
Excess cholesterol can affect heart rhythm via potassium channels |
| Aug21 |
Seasonal variation in amount of brown adipose tissue linked to amount of daylight exposure. |
| Aug21 |
Observational study suggests home nocturnal dialysis mortality similar to that with kidney transplantation. |
| Aug21 |
CMS panel to review use of ESAs, will meet in March of 2010. |
| Aug21 |
When vitamin D levels low, macrophages get overloaded with cholesterol. |
| Aug21 |
MIT OpenCourseware: free to the world. Check out their Biology online curriculum. |
| Aug20 |
(Only slightly) off-topic: Why geeks get the girls. |
| Aug20 |
OIG audits of dialysis centers comparing ESAs billed for with ESAs ordered. |
| Aug20 |
Half of type 1 diabetics manifest abnormal immune response to wheat proteins. |
| Aug20 |
Oxycholesterol an important new heart disease risk; high in fried fatty foods. |
| Aug20 |
Sharing the load? For profit Las Vegas dialysis centers turfing illegal immigrant patients to university hospital. |
| Aug19 |
Mercury present in all freshwater fish sampled in the United States. |
| Aug19 |
Vitamin D regulation of immune function via cathelicidin conserved in all primates. |
| Aug19 |
Heart failure risk with rosiglitazone double that with pioglitazone. |
| Aug19 |
Pot for prostate cancer. |
| Aug19 |
Klotho gene reduces blood pressure and extends lifespan. |
| Aug19 |
Black skin, white skin, evolution, and vitamin D |
| Aug18 |
FDA/Roche warn about pure red cell aplasia associated with mycophenolate mofetil (CellCept) |
| Aug18 |
Pharmacologic development of sirtuin activators - reviewed in NY Times |
| Aug18 |
Providing dialysis to 80 illegal immigrants driving Las Vegas hospital into debt. |
| Aug18 |
E. Coli bacteria can make themselves flat to pass through nanoslits. |
| Aug18 |
Whole grain cereals have polyphenol content similar to fruits and vegetables. |
| Aug18 |
Mutation in renin gene linked to inherited kidney disease. |
| Aug18 |
Did Mozart die of poststreptococcal glomerulonephritis? |
| Aug13 |
Toray develops insulin nasal spray. |
| Aug13 |
Mmmm! Cocoa flavonols, piping hot from the oven. |
| Aug13 |
FDA warns on certain glucose test strips due to interfering sugars. |
| Aug13 |
Cannabis may have a beneficial effect on osteoporosis in older animals. |
| Aug12 |
Will Nephros be the first company to bring on-line HDF to the United States? |
| Aug12 |
Like giving or getting supplemental oxygen? Think again. |
| Aug12 |
Carnitine supplements improve glucose tolerance in obese rats. |
| Aug12 |
Things about the chemistry of water you might not know. |
| Aug11 |
ANNA: Aug 10-14th is Kidney Disease Awareness and Education Week |
| Aug11 |
Gene therapy restores alpha-1-antitrypsin activity in lungs of patients with hereditary deficiency. |
| Aug11 |
Amgen's denosumab cuts fracture risk and increases bone density in prostate cancer survivors. |
| Aug11 |
Canadian Health Care system: How effective is it? |
| Aug11 |
Anti-RAS drug restores insulin production in animal model of diabetes. |
| Aug11 |
Release of fat-stored substances during dieting or other weight loss: Example of cannabis. |
| Aug06 |
Itch-specific neurons identified in mice. |
| Aug06 |
Blood transfusions in cardiac patients associated with markedly increased mortality. |
| Aug06 |
Dialysis patient's cross-country bicycle ride. |
| Aug06 |
Hypertension associated with VEGF-inhibitors linked to nitric oxide. |
| Aug06 |
Stamina boosted by borscht. |
| Aug03 |
Metformin reduces risk of pancreatic cancer by 60%. |
| Aug03 |
Millions of U.S. children low in vitamin D |
| Aug03 |
TV viewing time associated with higher blood pressure in children. |
| Aug03 |
Evidence mounts for cardioprotective effects of fish oil. |
| Jul31 |
KDIGO releases 2009 CKD mineral and bone disease guidelines. |
| Jul31 |
FDA approves saxagliptin for use in type 2 diabetes. |
| Jul31 |
FDA warns of colchicine side effects when co-prescribed with clarithromycin and other drugs. |
| Jul31 |
UK to ban all private cadaver transplants to restrict their use in non-UK recipients. |
| Jul31 |
Resveratrol found to have potent anti-infammatory effects. |
| Jul31 |
Lecithin found to have beneficial effects on fat metabolism via PPAR-alpha |
| Jul31 |
Avasting (bevacizumab) may be potent treatment for diabetic macular edema. |
| Jul31 |
Cataract surgery accelerates diabetic retinopathy. |
| Jul31 |
Is the proportional hazards model of data analysis wrong in terms of HD adequacy? |
| Jul31 |
Monocytes from spleen involved in recovery from myocardial infarction |
| Jul30 |
Bankruptcies in the United States strongly associated with medical costs. |
| Jul30 |
Brachytherapy may be the way to go for earlier stage prostate cancer. |
| Jul30 |
Cell biology mechanisms of genistein (present in soybeans) inhibition of prostate cancer clarified. |
| Jul29 |
Is shielding blood in the extracorporeal circuit during dialysis beneficial? |
| Jul29 |
Watson announces marketing agreement for generic version of Ferrlecit. |
| Jul28 |
NIH halts trial of sildenafil in patients with sickle-cell disease and pulmonary hypertension. |
| Jul28 |
Like chocolate? Low-cal variety on the way (but watch out for the oxalate). |
| Jul28 |
Home hemodialysis in the news - U.S. News and World Report |
| Jul28 |
How do drugs like cromolyn that affect mast cells affect adipocytes and metabolic syndrome? |
| Jul28 |
Deferoxamine to treat diabetic foot ulcers? In mice, yes. |
| Jul28 |
Follow-up of DCCT trial shows 50% lower complications in tight glucose control group. |
| Jul26 |
More on the organ trafficking story |
| Jul26 |
NY Daily News: Expose on organ trafficking - which U.S. hospitals participated? |
| Jul26 |
Phosphate enhancer injection into meat products highlighted in new study. |
| Jul26 |
Diets high in linoleic acid associated with increased risk for inflammatory bowel disease. |
| Jul23 |
Clinical trial of injecting pig insulin-producing cells into humans begins. |
| Jul23 |
Genzyme sues Sandoz over Hectorol patent |
| Jul23 |
New Jersey influence peddling scandal has organ trafficking component. |
| Jul23 |
Colonic infusion of feces from healthy people used to eradicate Clostridium dificile carriage state. |
| Jul22 |
Potassium citrate supplementation blocks stones in children on a ketogenic diet. |
| Jul22 |
FDA warns of diethylene glycol in cigarette alternatives (electronic cigarettes) |
| Jul21 |
Missouri hospital sues Baxter and rival CSL, claiming price-fixing conspiracy for plasma products. |
| Jul21 |
Off-topic: CT scans as art |
| Jul21 |
Electrochemical approach used to detect extremely low concentrations of bacteria. |
| Jul21 |
In diabetics with heart failure, HbA1c levels of 7.1 to 7.8 at lowest risk of death; tighter control bad. |
| Jul19 |
HGS/Glaxo drug Benlysta shows some effectiveness against lupus in phase 3 clinical trial. |
| Jul19 |
Study reveals that the air we breathe is full of fungi. |
| Jul16 |
Direct link to JASN article (prepress) describing slowing of progression rate with bicarb. |
| Jul16 |
JASN paper in the news: Bicarbonate supplements slow progression of CKD |
| Jul15 |
Bisphosphonates may lower mortality rate by an effect on the immune system. |
| Jul15 |
A calorie is a calorie is a calorie - or maybe not! |
| Jul14 |
US House of Representatives releases the first draft of its health care reform bill. |
| Jul14 |
Watch video of partial nephrectomy done through the navel. |
| Jul14 |
Are regenocytes for real? Florida cardiologist says they are stem cells and help organ dysfunction. |
| Jul14 |
Senate backs 12 year non-compete shelter for biotech drugs |
| Jul14 |
FDA changes labelling on immunosuppressive drugs to warn of increased infection risk. |
| Jul14 |
University of Alabama renal researchers allegedly faked data |
| Jul14 |
DaVita's lawsuits in Colorado over noncompete clauses in the news. |
| Jul14 |
Recipient heart heals itself after piggy back transplant gives it a rest. |
| Jul13 |
Probiotic supplements beneficial after gastric bypass surgery done to treat obesity. |
| Jul13 |
Citrus-derived flavonoid prevents obesity and metabolic syndrome in mice. |
| Jul13 |
DaVita Clinical Research appoints Dr. Mahesh Krishnan as Vice President |
| Jul09 |
Unsung heroes work hard to cut hospital-acquired infection rates. |
| Jul09 |
NOD2 receptor mutations impair ability to detect mycobacteria and are linked to Crohn's disease. |
| Jul09 |
Study of caloric restriction in rhesus monkeys confirms longevity benefits seen previously in mice. |
| Jul08 |
Erythropoietin boosts brainpower in nonanemic, healthy mice. |
| Jul08 |
Costimulation blocker plus alefacept allow monkeys to tolerate transplanted kidneys. |
| Jul08 |
Human sperm created from embryonic stem cells |
| Jul08 |
Is PEDF "the" link between obesity and type 2 diabetes? |
| Jul08 |
Study examines effects of stress on weight gain in US population |
| Jul08 |
Cochrane review suggests no benefit of lowering blood pressure below 140/90 |
| Jul08 |
Anti-ageing effects of rapamycin in mice in the news. |
| Jul07 |
Safflower oil or CLA supplements lower truncal or total body fat in diabetic women |
| Jul06 |
Laser therapy offers a breakthrough in prevention and treatment of early macular degeneration. |
| Jul06 |
Ethical dilemma: When transplant testing reveals misattributed paternity. |
| Jul06 |
Should Genzyme or Amgen buy AMAG? |
| Jul05 |
Vegans who eat no eggs nor dairy products have lower bone density than egg-milk vegans or meat eaters. |
| Jul05 |
Aldosterone regulates ENac levels via Per1 - a protein mediating circadian rhythms. |
| Jul03 |
In the kidney organ trade, sellers often have regrets and remorse over their decision. |
| Jul03 |
Dialysis patient celebrates 100th birthday |
| Jul03 |
Nephros gets FDA 510K approval for using its dual filter to clarify water for dialysis machines. |
| Jul03 |
Kidney disease education to be part of CMS 2010 proposal for coverage. |
| Jul03 |
CMS releases proposed changes to physician payment schedule for 2010. |
| Jul03 |
Low PSA 5 years after brachytherapy for prostate cancer and you're probably home free. |
| Jul03 |
Dialysis patients blogs about end-of-life issues |
| Jul02 |
Newspaper comic strip to target diabetes awareness among Hispanics. |
| Jul02 |
JBS Swift Co. beef associated with hospitalization of 12 persons in Washington D.C. |
| Jul02 |
Fresenius opens specialty pharmacy for renal patients in Nashville. |
| Jul02 |
Fresenius inks agreement with ART to market Citrasate dialysate. |
| Jul02 |
U.S. obesity problem intensifies. |
| Jul02 |
FDA reviewing safety data for Lantus (insulin glargine) in view of reports of increased cancer risk. |
| Jul02 |
CME proposes changes to physician payment in 2010, including dropping consultation codes. |
| Jul02 |
NEJM: Phospholipase A2 receptor is a target antigen in 70% of patients with idiopathic membranous nephropathy. |
| Jul02 |
Rebound hyperacidity, reflux symptoms in normals after stopping proton pump inhibitors |
| Jul02 |
Enalapril or losartan markedly slow progression of eye damage in type 1 diabetics. |
| Jul02 |
JBS Swift beef products recalled in Western states due to toxigenic E. coli. |
| Jul01 |
Institute of Medicine Comparative Effectiveness Report lists 100 priorities, including evaluation of different forms of dialysis. |
| Jul01 |
Nephrology consults via telemedicine in California hospital |
| Jul01 |
FDA advisory panel recommends banning Vicodin and Percocet and limiting maximum acetaminophen doses |
| Jun30 |
Six ways in which microbes are smarter than you think. |
| Jun30 |
Doctors increasingly communicate with patients on-line. |
| Jun30 |
Genetic study suggests that relationship between C reactive protein and CV disease is not causal. |
| Jun30 |
FDA grants marketing approval for Feraheme (ferumoxytol) by AMAG |
| Jun30 |
Key culprits in lupus (toll-like receptors) identified in mouse study. |
| Jun30 |
Cabbie leaves 81-year-old dialysis patient by the side of the road in Florida sun after argument. |
| Jun30 |
Common gene polymorphism affecting calcium excretion (claudin 14) linked to both kidney stones and osteoporosis. |
| Jun30 |
Jeddah to have Middle East region's largest dialysis center, will treat 800 patients |
| Jun30 |
Da Vita and Colorado physicians' group in legal battle over non-compete clause. |
| Jun26 |
Mechanism of BPA (bisphenol A) related infertility defined in mice. |
| Jun26 |
FDA to regulate tobacco. |
| Jun26 |
AJKD: Treatment guidelines for treatment of dialysis catheter-related bacteremia, and update. |
| Jun26 |
Inhaled growth hormone shown to be a safe and effective method of administration to children. |
| Jun26 |
Method of killing bacteria contained in biofilms on implants developed. |
| Jun26 |
CJASN: Study highlights long term kidney impairment associated with contrast nephropathy. |
| Jun26 |
Serum tryptophan and kynurenine levels increased in patients and cats with interstitial cystitis. |
| Jun26 |
Controversy over alleged mismanaged prostate cancer brachyterapy as Philadelphia VA hospital. |
| Jun26 |
Twin sisters on dialysis in the news. |
| Jun26 |
Dialysis patients' financial difficulties highlighted on the Daily Kos blog website. |
| Jun24 |
Two new enzymes, WWP-1 and PHA-4 implicated in longevity effects of caloric restriction (in roundworms). |
| Jun24 |
Helicobacter pylorii infection may be transmitted via vomitus or diarrhea. |
| Jun24 |
Analysis of large number of bariatric surgery patients shows the procedure to be relatively safe. |
| Jun24 |
Preserving Kru in peritoneal dialysis patients: role of dehydration and solution biocompatibility. |
| Jun24 |
Steve Jobs' liver transplant - why Tennessee? |
| Jun23 |
HDCN: New approaches to treat IGA nephropathy; Phosphate and cardiovascular disease. |
| Jun23 |
Archives: Meta-analysis suggests QOL benefits largely dissipate at Hb levels above 12 g/dL. |
| Jun23 |
Household pets can spread superbug infections such as MRSA. |
| Jun23 |
Edwards Life Sciences to sell its CRRT product line to Baxter for 56 M. |
| Jun23 |
Older Canadians who are mildly chubby live longer. |
| Jun20 |
New prostate cancer drug ipilimumab shows dramatic results in 2 patients. |
| Jun19 |
ABCG2 gene in the kidney found to affect urate transport and may be linked to gout. |
| Jun19 |
Inhibition of sirtuin gene by antisense technology improves diabetes in an animal model. |
| Jun19 |
Clopidogrel may increase risk of death in patients with diabetic nephropathy. |
| Jun19 |
Nestle's Toll House cookie dough found to be contaminated with E. Coli O157:H7 |
| Jun19 |
Fresenius to make saline for dialysis in Guadalajara, MX. |
| Jun17 |
Annals: Stents of no benefit in treating renal artery stenosis |
| Jun15 |
Baxter making swine flu vaccine: advances to full production rate. |
| Jun13 |
Higher vitamin D levels associated with successful weight loss in obese subjects on a diet. |
| Jun13 |
Ghrelin injections improve caloric intake in frail elderly women in a pilot study. |
| Jun13 |
FDA issues alert on increased death risk in liver transplant patients taking Rapamune. |
| Jun13 |
Sevelamer carbonate (Renvela) approved for sale in the European Union |
| Jun13 |
Endocrine Society 2009 meeting (June 10-13) abstracts on-line. |
| Jun10 |
Ferric citrate found to bind phosphate in phase II study with no marked adverse effects. |
| Jun10 |
Florida legislation passed that gives access to Medigap coverage to ESRD Medicare beneficiaries. |
| Jun09 |
Botox injections markedly improve life for patients with bladder dysfunction in RCT. |
| Jun09 |
High-MW-cutoff hemodialysis for multiple myeloma |
| Jun05 |
ADA Scientific Sessions 2009: Late-breaking abstracts handout |
| Jun05 |
ADA 2009 Scientific Sessions newsletter: Preview Edition |
| Jun05 |
American Diabetes Association 69th Sessions 2009 in New Orleans (home page) |
| Jun05 |
Aldosterone levels found to be increased in chubby teenage boys. |
| Jun05 |
Telaprevir substantially increases hepatitis C cure rates (NEJM) |
| Jun04 |
Halofuginone, Th17 cells, and autoimmunity. |
| Jun04 |
Sixty percent of United States bankruptcies driven by medical problems |
| Jun04 |
One in four nursing home residents in the UK carries MRSA. |
| Jun03 |
A new approach to hybrid organs involves reseeding collagen organ scaffolds from one species with cells of the recipient. |
| Jun03 |
FDA reports on serious liver failure risk in patients taking propylthiouracil. |
| Jun03 |
Cucurmin, the ingredient in curry, associated with protection against plaque-associated dementia in animals. |
| Jun02 |
Advances in the treatment of hepatitis B and C presented at conference. |
| Jun02 |
Stool DNA testing detects most colon and stomach cancers. |
| Jun01 |
Modified lycopene extract (ateronon) reduces harmful oxidation of fats. |
| Jun01 |
2009 American Transplant Congress opens in Boston - abstract link here. |
| May30 |
Results from 8 late-breaking clinical trials at Heart Failure 2009 |
| May30 |
Continuous glucose monitoring in diabetes: Free journal supplement (17 articles) |
| May29 |
Holistic approach to CKD offers dialysis in a spa-like environment with numerous support services. |
| May29 |
FDA: Serious fungal infections associated with TNF-alpha blockers. |
| May29 |
Risks of aspirin outweight benefits for primary prevention of stroke, MI in those with normal kidney function. |
| May28 |
DaVita to move its corporate headquarters to Colorado |
| May26 |
Simplified chart may aid in diagnosing hypertension in children. |
| May26 |
FDA approves Samsca (tolvaptan) to treat hyponatremia. |
| May25 |
WCN 2009 newsletter: May 25, 2009 |
| May25 |
WCN 2009 newsletter: May 24, 2009 |
| May25 |
WCN 2009 News (.pdf) May 22. |
| May25 |
Search all abstracts from the World Congress of Nephrology 2009 |
| May25 |
World Congress of Nephrology 2009: Poster sessions on-line |
| May25 |
Gene variant found that increases risk of both severe periodontitis and myocardial infarction. |
| May22 |
Institute of Medicine publishes recommendations for controlling conflicts of interest in the NEJM. |
| May22 |
CJASN: Study describes benefits of in-center nocturnal hemodialysis |
| May22 |
Fenofibrate reduces amputation risk in diabetics. |
| May22 |
NEJM: Aspirin plus dipyridamole increases primary vascular access patency by a modest amount in RCC. |
| May22 |
New anti-inflammatory drug candidate works by releasing hydrogen sulfide gas. |
| May22 |
Hypoxia inducible factor (HIF-1) involved in dietary restriction effects on aging. |
| May22 |
Libel laws threaten peer-reviewed publication of data critical of medical devices, procedures. |
| May22 |
Drinking from polycarbonate bottles for a week increases urinary bisphenol levels. |
| May19 |
NF-kappaB inhibitor might be ideal drug to combat osteoporosis and periodontitis. |
| May19 |
IBMT induces measurable changes on physiologic tests after only 5 days |
| May19 |
Guzzlers of large amounts of cola can get muscle weakness due to hypokalemia |
| May19 |
BCG vaccine has become less effective against TB due to mutation during continuous culture and this can be reversed. |
| May18 |
Edible vaccine against p24 protein of HIV elicits an antibody response in mice. |
| May18 |
Heart disease patients who are overweight do better and live longer. |
| May15 |
Use of CT angiography in the emergency room to help diagnose chest pain found to be cost-effective. |
| May15 |
Study emphasizes burden and cost of physician administrative work dealing with health plans. |
| May15 |
Congressional Health Subcommittee considers legislation that would allow lawsuits against FDA-approved medical devices in state courts. |
| May15 |
JASN early release: Low 25-D levels associated with coronary artery calcification progression |
| May15 |
High triglyceride levels associated with diabetic neuropathy |
| May15 |
Recessive gene associated with VUR localized to chromosome 12, but not yet identified. |
| May15 |
Interventional study in mice links cytomegalovirus infection to high blood pressure. |
| May15 |
Simulator training shown to improve central catheter insertion skills in trainee physicians. |
| May15 |
Metformin shown to act directly via CBP glucose-regulating protein in the liver. |
| May15 |
Virtual doctor visits similar to real visits in terms of patient and doctor satisfaction in RCT. |
| May14 |
When words can harm: the nocebo effect |
| May14 |
Monotherapy with DARA, an endothelin and angiotensin I receptor antagonist, lowers BP a lot. |
| May14 |
Formaldehyde exposure associated with blood and lymph system malignancies. |
| May14 |
Chronic exposure to formaldehyde associated with an increased risk of ALS. |
| May14 |
New projection is that Medicare funds will be gone by 2017. |
| May14 |
Home nocturnal dialysis? 3,480 liters per week of water use causes utility bill to skyrocket. |
| May14 |
ALLHAT follow-up study confirms benefits of chlorthalidone. |
| May13 |
New meta-analysis suggests that bicarbonate better than saline to prevent contrast nephropathy. |
| May13 |
Discharge from wastewater treatment plants loaded with multidrug-resistant superbugs. |
| May11 |
UMOD gene, associated with Tamm-Horsfall protein production, linked to kidney disease. |
| May11 |
Cyclophilin may play a key role in arterial damage associated with atherosclerosis. |
| May11 |
Vitamins C and E block improvement of insulin sensitivity with exercise. |
| May11 |
CDC issues guidance for H1N1 influenza prevention and management in dialysis settings. |
| May08 |
CJASN early release: Risk of hypoglycemia doubled in diabetic patients with CKD. |
| May08 |
Low BP associated with strokes and MI in patients with coronary artery disease. |
| May08 |
Combining dieting with exercise while standing/sitting/kneeling on a vibration plate machine lowers abdominal fat. |
| May08 |
Fresenius opens incenter nocturnal dialysis program in Spokane. |
| May08 |
FDA approves generic version of mycophenolate mofetil |
| May08 |
New mapping tool to track emerging diseases. |
| May07 |
Ghost sockets an early X-ray sign of future osteonecrosis of the jaw in patients taking bisphosphonates. |
| May07 |
Debate about pros and cons of comparative effectiveness research in the NEJM. |
| May07 |
Calcimimetics inhibits late-stage cyst growth in an animal model of ADPKD. |
| May06 |
Danish kidney specialist authors book on Napoleon's kidney disease. |
| May05 |
New monoclonal antibody prevents hepatitis C infection in preclinical studies. |
| May05 |
Addition of telaprevir to ribavirin/peg interferon to hepatitis C treatment improves response rate. |
| May05 |
Fresenius launches national retail pharmacy for dialysis patients. |
| May05 |
New CKD-EPI equation published in the Annals; more accurate than MDRD |
| May04 |
8th Annual Prevention in Renal Disease Conference, September 25-26, 2009 in Toronto. |
| May04 |
White blood cells walk like millipedes along blood vessel walls. |
| May03 |
Mathematica author Dr. Stephen Wolfram to launch new interactive internet search engine. |
| May02 |
Weekend Off-topic: Kiva -- Make a microloan to someone trying to start a small business in the developing world. |
| May01 |
Swine flu virus infection from a not-so-fearful perspective. |
| May01 |
Survey company releases report on usage trends for vitamin D, phosphate binders, and calcimimetics. |
| May01 |
AMAG drug nears approval |
| May01 |
Cerebral blood flow study documents effects of caffeine withdrawal and mechanism of associated headache. |
| May01 |
Cyclohexanone, found in plastic IV tubing (dialysis tubing?) and bags, causes taste alterations, myocardial stunning. |
| May01 |
FDA warns that Hydroxycut diet products associated with serious liver injury as well as rhabdomyolysis. |
| May01 |
Naturally occuring lithium in water supply seems to curb suicide rate. |
| Apr30 |
Urine screening test seems to predict presence of atherosclerotic disease. |
| Apr30 |
Pregabalin effective for restless legs syndrome in patients with normal renal function. |
| Apr30 |
Januvia (sitagliptin) pancreatitis risk suggests potential drug class effect on the pancreas for GLP-1 enhancers. |
| Apr29 |
CDC using twitter for swine flu updates |
| Apr29 |
KCER coalition web page gives updated info regarding swine flu and dialysis, including daily conference calls. |
| Apr29 |
Purdue animal study suggests that milk is better than calcium carbonate for building strong bones. |
| Apr28 |
NIDDK kidney-related funding opportunities web page. |
| Apr27 |
CDC swine flu guidance for healthcare professionals |
| Apr27 |
CDC swine flu update website |
| Apr27 |
Kidney Community Care Emergency Response (KCER) coalition pandemic flu info |
| Apr27 |
OSHA pandemic flu guide (2007) for health care workers and employers (104 page .pdf file) |
| Apr27 |
Potential importance of vitamin D receptor, commensal bacteria, and olmesartan in autoimmune disease. |
| Apr27 |
Diet sodas may theoretically help prevent kidney stones via their alkali (citrate and malate) content. |
| Apr27 |
CXCR4 overproduction, kallikreins linked to lupus nephritis in 2 separate studies. |
| Apr27 |
Biotech companies, including Baxter, scramble to respond to flu epidemic with vaccines. |
| Apr26 |
Statins may reduce prostate inflammation and reduce risk of prostate cancer |
| Apr26 |
Sodium in prepared foods frustrates attempts to implement low sodium diet in CHF patients. |
| Apr26 |
Dialysis patients dialyzed using autologously created blood vessels to form access. |
| Apr26 |
Prostaglandin 2-alpha may be new target for control of blood pressure and atherosclerosis. |
| Apr26 |
Pomegranate juice consumption slows rate of PSA rise in patients after failed primary therapy of prostate cancer. |
| Apr26 |
CDC: Update on swine flu infections in Texas and California. |
| Apr23 |
Mitochondrial peptide Humanin (HN) strongly affects insulin sensitivity. |
| Apr23 |
Bacteriophage used to successfully treat chronic Pseudomonas ear infection |
| Apr23 |
AJKD (May): Thrombocytosis -- due more to EPO excess or to iron-deficient erythropoiesis? |
| Apr23 |
JASN early release: Low creatinine production in sepsis may mask AKI. |
| Apr23 |
Low-sodium vegetable juice may help reduce body fat in patients with metabolic syndrome. |
| Apr23 |
Download KDQOL forms and tools |
| Apr22 |
Fructose vs. glucose drink study makes the New York Times; higher LDL and TG and abdominal fat. |
| Apr22 |
Alzheimer beta-amyloid can be degraded, and some drugs can increase breakdown rate 7-fold. |
| Apr22 |
Proton-pump inhibitors and NSAIDS have synergistic anti-inflammatory effects, and ? neuroprotective properties. |
| Apr22 |
Fresenius research focuses on KDQOL-36 and other measures of quality of life. |
| Apr22 |
Korean scientists clone pig with alpha 1,3 galactose gene knocked out, in hopes of pig organs for human transplants. |
| Apr22 |
Genzyme 1Q earnings rise 35% |
| Apr21 |
Fresenius finds that intensive patient education after initiation of dialysis improves outcomes. |
| Apr21 |
Renal dietitian Linda McCann to receive Champion of Hope Award. |
| Apr21 |
Ultrasound imaging now possible with smartphones to analyze and display the data. |
| Apr20 |
AJKD: Phosphorus content of foods varies from 6 to 21 mg phosphorus per gm of protein. |
| Apr20 |
In-center nocturnal hemodialysis, this time by Fresenius, in the news. |
| Apr20 |
New Medicare billing rules emphasize prompt reporting of change of billing address and billing for retroactive services. |
| Apr20 |
Nobel prize winner Rita Levi Montalcini is 100-years old and still working. |
| Apr18 |
Ultrashort-acting prednisolone derivatives (antedrugs) stop inflammation and then are metabolized to avoid side effects. |
| Apr18 |
New stem cell treatment for age-related macular degeneration in development. |
| Apr17 |
New discoveries on how collagen activates platelets may lead to new treatments to prevent clotting. |
| Apr16 |
Heart risk in diabetics may be exaggerated. |
| Apr16 |
Endothelin A receptor antagonist darusentan shows promising results in resistant hypertension. |
| Apr16 |
Vegan Buddhist nuns, with calcium intake of 370 mg/day and protein intake of 35 g/day, have healthy bones. |
| Apr16 |
Rockwell continues with its evaluation of dialysate-based iron replacement therapy. |
| Apr16 |
J. Michael Lazarus to retire as CMO of Fresenius Medical Care NA; Raymond Hakim to replace him. |
| Apr16 |
Quest Diagnostics pays 302 M to Medicare to settle whistleblower lawsuit over alleged misbranding of its PTH assay kits |
| Apr16 |
JASN: Mycophenolate and cyclophosphamide similarly effective as induction therapy for lupus nephritis. |
| Apr16 |
Provenge prostate cancer vaccine significantly prolongs survival. |
| Apr14 |
Medicare announces participants in pilot program designed to prevent hospital readmissions. |
| Apr14 |
Abstracts -- Vascular Access Society 6th International Congress in Rome, April, 2009 |
| Apr14 |
Aspirin and similar drugs associated with brain microbleeds in the elderly. |
| Apr14 |
A short course of teriparatide markedly accelerates bone fracture healing in the elderly. |
| Apr14 |
Ex-idol contestant Scott MacIntyre was recipient of a kidney transplant. |
| Apr14 |
Benefits of finasteride in reducing prostate cancer risk confirmed in new study. |
| Apr14 |
Lynda Szczech named President-Elect of the National Kidney Foundation. |
| Apr12 |
CXCL5, secreted by white adipose tissue, may be the link between obesity and inflammation and insulin resistance. |
| Apr12 |
Eccentric viewing techniques help some patients with age-related macular degeneration read. |
| Apr12 |
Pharma support of medical societies raises conflict of interest concerns. |
| Apr12 |
2nd Congress of the International Society for Hemodialysis, August 28-30, Hong Kong. |
| Apr12 |
18th International Vicenza Course on Peritoneal Dialysis, June 23-26, 2009. |
| Apr11 |
Changing from chlorine to chloramine increased lead levels in regional D.C. water system. |
| Apr11 |
Three papers on brown adipose tissue in this week's NEJM. |
| Apr10 |
MIT tangled wire in a needle system may help avoid pushing the needle in too far. |
| Apr09 |
Gene fusion in prostate cancer cells leaves traces in the urine as a biomarker. |
| Apr09 |
New prostate cancer drug blocks androgen effects even when cancer cells upregulate receptor density. |
| A09 |
The stimulus package and its links to health information technology discussed in NEJM. |
| A09 |
FDA to review efficacy of some medical devices in use prior to 1976, including sorbent cartridges for hemoperfusion. |
| A09 |
A contrarian view proposes that excessive 25-D supplementation might exacerbate autoimmune disease. |
| A09 |
Adenosine receptors in the gut tied to normal bowel motility. |
| A09 |
Joslin study shows adults have more brown fat than previously thought. |
| A09 |
TGF-beta a good guy in maintaining integrity of retinal blood vessels. |
| A09 |
Agalsidase alfa slows progression in patients with Fabry's disease. |
| A09 |
Why premature application of guidelines may be dangerous |
| A07 |
New method of inducing transplantation tolerance works well in animals. |
| A07 |
Chemokine CXCL5, produced by fat cells, linked to inflammation and insulin resistance. |
| A07 |
Has the economic recession temporarily alleviated the nursing shortage? |
| A06 |
Headache? It could be caffeine withdrawal syndrome. |
| A06 |
Impax, a generic drug manufacturer, challenged by Genzyme with Renvela patent. |
| A06 |
Chlorthalidone increases SNS activity, spironolactone does not |
| A03 |
Murder by bleach in Texas dialysis unit hits the mainstream news. |
| A02 |
Consumpton of sugary beverages associated with weight loss or weight gain. |
| A02 |
Glitazones linked to diabetic macular edema |
| A02 |
Robot scientist independently makes some new scientific discoveries. |
| A02 |
GAO sting reveals that 1 of 3 commercial IRBs approves clearly risky protocol |
| A02 |
Natalie Cole needs a kidney; a number of fans call in to TV show offering one of theirs. |
| A01 |
Former Texas dialysis nurse charged with murder in bleach-related patient deaths. |
| A01 |
Red blood cells can be made by specialized endothelial cells in the embryo. |
| A01 |
Yeast-powered fuel cells (for implantable devices) derive energy from glucose in human blood. |
| A01 |
HLA matching may affect risk of liver fibrosis in hepatic transplant in patients with hepatitis C |
| M31 |
Build muscle while you can; no further increase in exercising octogenarian grannies. |
| M30 |
New lupus susceptibility gene (IRAK1) on the X-chromosome may explain increased risk of lupus in women. |
| M30 |
Variants of nisin, an FDA-approved antibiotic used in food preservation, show effectiveness against MRSA. |
| M30 |
GNSOR-deficient mice markedly resistant to heart attacks. |
| M30 |
Lipoic acid supplements markedly lower triglycerides in an animal model. |
| M30 |
Some stimulus-derived NIH research funds to focus on cost comparisons |
| M30 |
AURORA study confirms the 4D study: Statins of no benefit in dialysis patients. |
| M30 |
Radiofrequency ablation of renal sympathetic nerve activity results in sustained improvement in refractory hypertension. |
| M30 |
NEJM: Ventriculoplasty of no benefit when added to CABG in patients with CAD and heart failure. |
| M30 |
FDA approves mTOR inhibitor everolimus for treatment of advanced kidney cancer. |
| M29 |
Link to slide/audio and audio symposia on HDCN |
| M29 |
American College of Cardiology 2009 - Day 3 newsletter |
| M29 |
American College of Cardiology 2009 - Day 2 newsletter |
| M29 |
American College of Cardiology 2009 - Day1 newsletter |
| M29 |
Crestor (rosuvastatin) lowers risk of venous thromboembolism by 34%. |
| M28 |
NEJM: Two studies report on efficacy or lack of same with PSA/DRE screening for prostate cancer. |
| M28 |
2009 San Diego CRRT Conference abstracts on-line |
| M28 |
3rd annual scientific symposium on nephrogenic systemic fibrosis, May 9, at Yale, New Haven, CT. |
| M28 |
Corking shut the atrial appendage markedly reduces risk of stroke in patients with atrial fibrillation. |
| M27 |
NIH solicits research grants on comparative effectiveness of medical therapies. |
| M26 |
Myxedema madness, or myxedema mania? |
| M26 |
Estrogen mimicking chemicals can leach out of plastic water bottles. |
| M26 |
Testing for endothelial function using a finger device that evaluates reactive hyperemia linked to CV outcomes. |
| M26 |
Preliminary data show potential benefits of catheter-based thrombolysis for stroke. |
| M26 |
Cholesterol crystals linked to arterial plaque disruption and heart attack. |
| M25 |
Natasha Richardson's family donates her organs after fatal head injury. |
| M25 |
Thymoquinone protects pancreatic beta cells from oxidative effects of protease inhibitors; a renoprotective role as well, maybe? |
| M25 |
Fructose and glucose have opposite effects on appetite in animal study. |
| M25 |
UK sciences impregnate silicone with antibiotics; resulting catheters have promising antimicrobial activity. |
| M25 |
Synsepalum dulcificum berry turns sour taste to sweet temporarily. May increase appetite in chronically ill. |
| M24 |
Cathelicidin antimicrobial protein levels, regulated by vitamin D, linked to infection risk in dialysis patients. |
| M24 |
Higher dose vitamin D may lower fracture risk in the elderly. |
| M24 |
New needle insertion device senses when a cavity has been entered. |
| M22 |
Ten genes associated with prolonged QT syndrome and risk of sudden cardiac death. |
| M22 |
FDA cautions of hepatitis, other infectious disease, risk from sharing insulin pens |
| M22 |
Correct warfarin dose determined by 3 genes only. |
| M22 |
Protein in yellow peas lowers BP by 20% in animal model of PKD. |
| M20 |
FDA panel gives nod to alternative to warfarin |
| M19 |
DNA-dependent protein kinase of key importance in metabolic regulation, esp. fat synthesis from CHO. |
| M19 |
Small but randomized lupus trial suggests that both cyclophosphamide and cyclosporine are useful additions to prednisone. |
| M18 |
Updated kidney cancer management guidelines to be presented at the European Association of Urology. |
| M18 |
Another statin (Crestor, rosuvastatin) fails to show a benefit (rumor has it) in dialysis patients. |
| M17 |
Kisspeptin found to be key to restoring ovarian cycling in some women. |
| M17 |
Shire sues Barr for patent infringement over Fosrenol clone. |
| M17 |
Endothelial lipase linked to levels of good cholesterol |
| M12 |
Dr. Margaret Hamburg proposed as new head of the FDA. |
| M12 |
HDL levels and glucose sensitivity linked to neck circumference. |
| M12 |
Low serum 25,D levels associated with higher BP and metabolic syndrome in teenagers. |
| M12 |
New anti-clotting compound derived from magnolia trees shows encouraging results in phase II safety study. |
| M11 |
Higher dose vitamin C (1-1.5 g/day) associated with reduced risk of gout. |
| M11 |
FDA issues class I recall of Baxter Colleague volumetric infusion pumps |
| M11 |
Folic acid supplementation may increase prostate cancer risk. |
| M11 |
Rituximab study as adjunct to MMF in lupus nephritis shows disappointing results. |
| M11 |
Fresenius shares fall on fears of US health legislation decreasing role of private insurance. |
| M10 |
Bacteriophage-derived enzyme Cpl-1 better than amoxicillin in treating pneumococcal pneumonia. |
| M09 |
Eating fish associated with increased intelligence in Swedish teens. |
| M09 |
Omental cells may play a role in regenerating the liver in an animal study. |
| M09 |
Cranberry juice proanthocyanidins, and not low pH, impair E. Coli attachment to urinary bladder endothelium |
| M06 |
Signs of enterovirus found in pancreases of 60% of children with type 1 diabetes, but rarely in controls. |
| M06 |
MMWR: Hepatitis C transmission at a dialysis unit |
| M05 |
NIH issues RFAs for Stimulus Challenge grants to help award 200 million dollars in new funding. |
| M04 |
Reduction of stroke risk associated with green/black tea drinking appears consistent and linear. |
| M04 |
FDA December, 2008 drug labeling changes (including Sensipar, CellCept, Actos) |
| M04 |
Bionic eye implant showing encouraging results. |
| M04 |
Night shift work adversely affects leptin levels and insulin resistance. |
| M04 |
Pharma consultancy of medical school faculty members in the news. |
| M03 |
Obama's health czar, Nancy-Ann DeParle, previously worked for DaVita dialysis. |
| M03 |
AMAG hopeful that the FDA will approve its injectable iron supplement. |
| M03 |
PGC-1b gene knockout prevents fructose-fed mice from developing insulin resistance. |
| F27 |
New target (CR6261) for flu vaccine may be effective against a broad variety of strains. |
| F27 |
FDA warns of tardive dyskinesia risk with Reglan (metoclopramide) |
| F26 |
Clavulanate plus meropenem found to be surprisingy effective in vitro against multidrug-resistant TB |
| F26 |
Off topic: See Emily, another step forward in photorealistic animation technology. |
| F26 |
Extracting power from river-ocean salt differences using osmosis. |
| F26 |
Cornell researchers develop and market a point-of-care urinary sodium test strips to monitor salt intake. |
| F25 |
High fat diet leads to obesity in mice via PKC-beta |
| F25 |
NEJM: Randomized trial of 4 different diets (low fat, low CHO, etc.) fails to find a single winner. |
| F25 |
Higher 25-D levels associated with reduced risk of catching cold. |
| F25 |
CMS requests feedback on information to be collected via CrownWeb |
| F25 |
Nephros 510k application of on-line hemodiafiltration module receives initial FDA response. |
| F25 |
Use of innovative kidney swaps involving multiple donors, increasing. |
| F25 |
New position of NKF re incentives for kidney donation in the news. |
| F23 |
FDA warns about risk of metabolic acidosis with epilepsy drug Zonegran (zonisamide) |
| F23 |
Genes controlling atrial natriuretic peptide expression linked to hypertension. |
| F21 |
2009 NANT meeting power point presentations |
| F20 |
MPO study to appear in the March issue of JASN (high-flux dialysis and survival RCT). |
| F20 |
Avosentan cuts urinary albumin excretion in diabetics. |
| F18 |
NEJM: Genetic testing helps predict warfarin dose. |
| F18 |
Baxter wins a round in patent infringement lawsuit against Fresenius over PD cycler. |
| F18 |
Study suggests that warfarin dose needs to be lower in patients with CKD. |
| F17 |
19 billion in the stimulus bill to develop a U.S. wide health information database. |
| F17 |
FASEB Special Update: Stimulus bill to include at least 15 billion for science (NIH, NSF, DOE, and VA) |
| F17 |
Iron overload an important co-factor in development of liver disease in alcoholics |
| F17 |
Ain't necessarily so series: oxidative stress may prolong, instead of shorten, life (worm study) |
| F17 |
CMS to cover bariatric surgery in obese type 2 diabetics. |
| F17 |
ANNA announces election results of national officers. |
| F16 |
Wearing of hijab (conservative female Muslim dress) lowers 25-vitamin D levels by 50% |
| F16 |
FDA approves Uloric (febuxostat) for treatment of gout. |
| F16 |
Restaurant reviewer Zagat plans to review doctors. |
| F15 |
FDA now requiring that each patient receiving CellCept (mycophenolate) receive a patient education guide. |
| F15 |
High MUFA, lower CHO diet good for diabetics: maybe a good diet for patients on PD? |
| F14 |
Sea sponges zap bacterial biofilms |
| F13 |
More about Dr. Willem Kolff |
| F13 |
Fructose-sweetened drinks increase postprandial serum triglycerides more than when glucose is used. |
| F13 |
Chewing gum containing phosphate binders dramatically lowers serum phosphate in dialysis patients. |
| F13 |
Fish oil supplements may protect the liver in obese mice with insulin resistance. |
| F13 |
New tattoo ink changes color according to glucose level; could be used to monitor blood sugar in diabetics. |
| F12 |
Draft version of Neanderthal genome completed |
| F12 |
MMWR: Coccidiomycosis incidence rate in California has tripled recently. |
| F12 |
FDA and consortium release first data on genetic associations with serious drug adverse events. |
| F12 |
Willem Kolff, pioneer in dialysis therapy, dies at age 97 |
| F12 |
Eating eggs is good for you, according to British Nutritional Foundation |
| F11 |
Very high doses of candesartan effective in further reducing proteinuria. |
| F11 |
Healthies with high urinary protein have elevated risk of developing CKD |
| F11 |
Urine test may distinguish between aggressive and mild forms of prostate cancer. |
| F11 |
DaVita 4th quarter financial results surpass expectations. |
| F10 |
Many "natural" herbal weight loss products contain hidden pharmaceutical drugs. |
| F10 |
Vigorous exercise (running) may reduce the risk of age-related macular degeneration. |
| F10 |
JAMA: Educating CKD patients about phosphate additives in foods lowers serum phosphate by 0.6 mg/dL. |
| F10 |
Vancouver sets up pilot self-care nocturnal dialysis unit in one of its hospitals. |
| F10 |
American Heart Association focuses on the high risk of stroke in women |
| F10 |
NHANES study shows that women (but not men) who drink sugary sodas (but not diet sodas) have higher risk of albuminuria |
| F09 |
Fresenius 2008T dialysis machine receives 510(k) approval from the FDA. |
| F09 |
LSR, lipolysis-stimulated lipoprotein receptor, found to be deranged in type 2 diabetes with obesity. |
| F09 |
Monoclonal antibody against PIM-1 a potential new treatment for advanced prostate cancer. |
| F09 |
Price for genome sequencing of an individual patient falls to 5 thousand dollars. |
| F06 |
FDA approves antithrombin derived from the milk of genetically-modified goats. |
| F06 |
Diethylene glycol induced AKI - a problem that keeps resurfacing - most recently, in Nigeria. |
| F06 |
AAKP appoints Kim Buettner as Executive Director |
| F05 |
Sensory nerves in fat cells help regulate lipolysis, according to animal study. |
| F05 |
Regulatory approval for self-care dialysis (discussion blog) |
| F05 |
Journal of Renal Care (EDTNA) supplement on CKD-MBD |
| F05 |
Blood set tubing recall (CombiSet True Flow) due to potential for port cracks. |
| F04 |
Arginine discovery may help fight human obesity. |
| F03 |
Short-term growth hormone treatment attenuates muscle loss after bariatric surgery. |
| F03 |
Have trouble dunking the basketball? Check your vitamin D levels. |
| F03 |
FOXO3A gene variants associated with living beyond 100 in multiple parts of the world. |
| F03 |
FDA web pages, teaching program, focus on errors in luer-lock connections of IV tubing. |
| F03 |
NTSB probes multiple recent crashes of medical helicopters. |
| F03 |
Intestinal absorption-blocking sleeve gives encouraging weight loss results. |
| F03 |
Vaccines based against adenovirus under development |
| F03 |
Green tea completely blocks the anticancer effects of antimyeloma drug bortezomib. |
| F03 |
Trans-vaginal donor nephrectomy in the news. |
| F02 |
Leprosy drug clofazimine holds promise as an immunomodulatory agent. |
| F02 |
CDC reports on multistate Salmonella outbreak linked to contaminated peanut butter. |
| F02 |
ICD-10 diagnostic code compliance requirements postponed until 2013. |
| F02 |
Brachytherapy cure rate for early stage prostate cancer reported to be 95% in new study. |
| J31 |
FDA advisory panel recommends that Darvon (propoxyphene) be pulled from the marked due to suicide risk, low efficacy. |
| J30 |
Epoxide hydrolase inhibitor reduces heart failure in animal model |
| J30 |
Sulfenic acid may be reason for potent anti-oxidant effect of garlic. |
| J30 |
FDA mandates detailed hyperkalemia warning for Aldactone (spironolactone) |
| J30 |
Stem cell transplants reverse early-stage multiple sclerosis in some patients. |
| J30 |
NKF launches program designed to reduce the wait for a transplanted kidney. |
| J29 |
Medicaid cuts and payer mix affect financial viability of dialysis units |
| J29 |
NEJM Perspective: Universal health care coverage vs. economic relief - a false choice |
| J28 |
Gene therapy for adenosine deaminase deficiency gives encouraging results. |
| J28 |
NEJM: Kidney donors have a normal lifespan. |
| J28 |
Gene deletion studies identify G-proteins necessary for anaphylactic shock. |
| J28 |
The new study that caused the fuss about clopidogrel and proton-pump inhibitors. |
| J28 |
New class of small RNAs, not associated with promoters, discovered - function unknown. |
| J28 |
FDA cautions on combined use of clopidogrel and proton-pump inhibitors until more info is obtained. |
| J28 |
Four 30-second sprints on an exercise bicycle 3/week improve insulin effect - muscle glycogen depletion? |
| J28 |
Genzyme shares climb after Amgen abandons development of phosphate drug. |
| J28 |
A small amount of mercury was, and may still be, present in high-fructose corn syrup. |
| J26 |
Animal study suggests benefit of statins in preventing stroke in patients with cerebral cavernous angioma or malformation. |
| J26 |
Astronauts at the International Space Station lose an alarming amount of hip bone strength. |
| J26 |
Abstracts from 2009 Annual Dialysis Conference, to be held in March, 2009 in Houston, now available. |
| J26 |
Nephrologist Dr. Robert Geronemus killed by hit and run driver in Florida. |
| J26 |
Hospital noncompete clause traps dialysis patient between hospital and nephrologist. |
| J25 |
18th International course on Peritoneal Dialysis, Vincenza, Italy, June 23-26, 2009 |
| J23 |
Mississippi state house of representatives passes bill to fund dialysis patient transportation costs. |
| J22 |
Patient with new type of specific antibodies against T-cells may point to a new way to treat autoimmune disease. |
| J21 |
Interleukin-21 linked to lupus in an animal model. |
| J21 |
Urinary haufen identify patients with polyomavirus infection post transplant. |
| J21 |
JASN Early Release: Schwartz improves the Schwartz equation to estimate GFR, using both creatinine and cystatin. |
| J21 |
Health information technology may be part of the economic stimulus bill. |
| J20 |
NICE or not so nice? Congressional bill considers cost-effectiveness of prescribed drugs. |
| J20 |
Randomized (DRIP) trial reports benefits of dry weight reduction in dialysis pts. on 24-h blood pressures. |
| J20 |
Dr. Donald Gleason, who quantified atypical changes in prostate biopsies, dies at age 88. |
| J20 |
Flu vaccine controversy - cost benefits in nonESRD elderly a matter of some debate. |
| J20 |
FDA update on Salmonella investigation - focus on crackers and processed foods containing peanut butter. |
| J20 |
Low carb diet lowers liver fat better than standard low calorie diet |
| J20 |
Kidney transplant recipients with HIV have good allograft and patient survival. |
| J20 |
NANT 26th National Symposium to be held in Las Vegas, NV, February 10-12, 2009. |
| J19 |
Three new genes linked to childhood obesity identified. |
| J19 |
Trial of stem cell treatment to treat stroke patients approved for recruitment. |
| J19 |
CMS rescales launch of Crownweb to a pilot group of dialysis units. |
| J19 |
A look at U.S. government factors that may affect kidney care in 2009 |
| J19 |
NY - I want my kidney back - divorce drama - the recipient's (wife's) story |
| J17 |
Salmonella warnings focus on ready-made snack products containing peanut butter |
| J17 |
CKD blogs multiply, provide unique perspectives. |
| J17 |
CMS announces start of implementation of CROWNWeb data system to begin February 1. |
| J17 |
Nephrologist Dr. Keith Norris appointed to research ambassador post relating to US-funded global research initiatives. |
| J17 |
Heart and Stroke Foundation of Ontario issues "alert" against combined use of ACEIs and ARBs. |
| J17 |
NIDDK pledges 12.5 M over the next five years to fund CKD biomarker grants. |
| J17 |
Diabetes cure in 5 years? These genetically-altered pigs could be the answer. |
| J17 |
New 2009 CPT codes for outpatient dialysis |
| J17 |
Kidney injury biomarker panel now commercially available for animal testing of new drugs |
| J17 |
NY Times and its readers opine on the kidney donor divorce drama. |
| J16 |
Mutations in gene regulating melatonin-mediated insulin secretion increases type 2 diabetes risk |
| J16 |
GAO report criticizes FDA on device testing |
| J16 |
Obama and Reid take aim at Medicare HMOs |
| J15 |
New family of antibiotics isolated from hydras and leeches. |
| J15 |
Source of endogenous salicylic acid identified as benzoic acid found in fruits and vegetables. |
| J15 |
HipA, a protein kinase, involved in bacterial dormancy, allowing survival during antibiotic therapy. |
| J15 |
NEJM perspective on chances of health care reform under Obama (.pdf) |
| J15 |
JASN early: Preconditioning animals with xenon gas lowers risk of ischemic injury. |
| J15 |
Telemedicine outpatient consultations predicted to become more popular in 2009. |
| J14 |
Genzyme reports Q4 results |
| J14 |
Codapedia - a free wiki dealing with proper coding for medical reimbursement, to launch in April of 2009 |
| J14 |
NKF offers coffeehouse conversations - ask the expert conference calls for patients. |
| J14 |
JASN early release: Neither fructose nor vitamin C intake affect blood pressure. |
| J13 |
Human beta cells can easily be induced to replicate. |
| J13 |
Orlistat of no benefit in obese patients with fatty liver disease. |
| J13 |
Baxter announces 2008 Renal Discovery Grant winners |
| J12 |
Is there a United States connection to organ trafficking? |
| J12 |
High sodium to potassium ratio in the urine increases cardiovascular event rate. |
| J10 |
Latest U.S. survey shows 1/3 obese, 1/3 overweight. |
| J10 |
King Nut peanut butter distributed to nursing homes and hospitals may be linked to Salmonella outbreak. |
| J10 |
MedPac approves increased payment to dialysis units |
| J10 |
FDA expert panel recommends approval of drug (antithrombin alfa) extracted from the milk of genetically-engineered goats. |
| J09 |
New anti-anginal drug acts by working on sodium channels. |
| J09 |
Off-topic: Ten extinct beasts that could walk the earth again |
| J09 |
Human insulin produced by genetically modified safflower plants ready for testing. |
| J09 |
New drug combo (Mozobil, VEGF, GCSF) induces the body to release new types of autologous "healing?" stem cells into the blood. |
| J08 |
Quest Diagnostics acknowledges errors (mostly overestimation) in vitamin D tests. |
| J08 |
Rep. Stark introduces Americare Health Act of 2009. |
| J08 |
You broke my heart - now give me back my kidney |
| J07 |
CDC reports on outbreaks of hepatitis B or C in outpatient clinics due to staff failures. |
| J07 |
Clioquinol, a drug previously used in people to control diarrhea, shown to retard neurodegenerative disease. |
| J07 |
Atkins-style low-carbohydrate ketogenic diet superior in controlling blood glucose in type 2 diabetics. |
| J07 |
AAKP to award Medal of Excellence to Dr. Bob Schrier |
| J06 |
Antiviral therapy for adults with hepatitis B |
| J06 |
NIH Consensus Conference: Management of Hepatitis B |
| J05 |
Standard culture methods miss amniotic fluid infection in low-birth-weight deliveries: Implication for PD? |
| J01 |
New Year's Resolution? Quit smoking. American Lung Association support info. |
| J01 |
Cognitive decline associated with aging linked to higher blood glucose levels in nondiabetics. |
| J01 |
Dentists reporting jaw necrosis in patients taking oral bisphosphonates. |
| J01 |
Sorin sells its renal care business (Bellco-Soludia) to investor group. |
| J01 |
MMWR: Lower acute MI rates after city implements smoke-free ordinance |
| J01 |
FDA and manufacturer warn or increased mortality risk in elderly patients with CKD treated with tinzaparin |
| D31 |
Perfused, machine-stored donor kidneys do better than donor kidneys packed in ice. |
| D31 |
Giant, multinucleated osteoclasts found in bone of long-term users of alendronate. |
| D31 |
Next generation of antifreezes developed with potential application to donor organ cryopreservation |
| D31 |
Feeling guilty about the health implications of eating holiday steaks? Marinate them in wine and you'll be OK. |
| D30 |
Scientists isolate genes that made 1918 flu lethal. |
| D29 |
Study of Amish identifies a new gene linked to sodium control and hypertension |
| D29 |
Nephrology Oral History Project posts initial interviews on the web. |
| D29 |
High-phosphate diets in nonuremic mice accelerate spread of lung cancer. |
| D27 |
Proteosome inhibitor and multiple myeloma drug bortezomib effective in reversing acute transplant rejection in a pilot study. |
| D26 |
New insights into how bacteria biofilm formation is triggered. |
| D24 |
Bone disease in CKD management tool developed in the UK wins IT award |
| D23 |
Thiazolidinediones associated with higher fracture risk in diabetic women. |
| D23 |
AMAG Pharma receives complete response letter from the FDA. Is it good news? |
| D23 |
Court dismisses lawsuit by seven health plans against Amgen |
| D19 |
Hexokinase-1 gene variations associated with HbA1c levels |
| D19 |
CMS now rating nursing homes with 1 - 5 stars. Are dialysis units next? |
| D19 |
Noscapine, an ingredient in common cough medicines, slows spread of prostate cancer in mice. |
| D19 |
Low glycemic index diet improves lipid profile in diabetics |
| D19 |
Transplant surgeon acquitted in case involving allegations that he hastened an organ donor's death. |
| D18 |
Evidence mounts that probiotics may be useful to treat post-antibiotic diarrhea. |
| D18 |
FDA raises the bar for new diabetes drugs |
| D18 |
JASN early: MPO study results published. High flux marginally better, significantly so in patients with lower albumins or diabetes. |
| D18 |
JASN early: First morning urine better than spot urine to detect microalbuminuria |
| D17 |
Cleveland Clinic completes first U.S. face transplant |
| D17 |
Study backs the effectiveness of soap operas and dramas in health education. |
| D17 |
Longitudinal study shows infants and children who will later develop type 1 diabetes exhibit prior metabolic abnormalities. |
| D16 |
C.B. Fleet Co. recalls higher-dose oral phosphate bowel prep products; besieged with lawsuits. |
| D15 |
Lithonia, GA school sugar-free for 10 years with positive results. |
| D15 |
FDA approves premounted renal stent system manufactured by Boston Scientific |
| D15 |
Coke to market a new soft drink sweetened with stevia. Pepsi waiting for the FDA. |
| D15 |
DaVita gets subpoena related to Medicare claims for injectables. |
| D14 |
Study in the Amish links APOC3 gene mutation, triglycerides, and resistance to heart disease. |
| D13 |
CROWNweb data implementation costs being stressed in the blogosphere |
| D13 |
New study shows links between 30 genes and cholesterol and triglyceride levels. |
| D13 |
Should nephrologists give beta-blockers to their patients with CKD? |
| D13 |
Another FDA link regarding oral bowel preps. |
| D13 |
FDA alert regarding phosphate-containing oral bowel preps and new black box warning. |
| D11 |
Outbreak of hemolysis being investigated in a dialysis unit in Northern Ireland. |
| D11 |
FDA puts black box warning on phosphate-containing oral bowel prep drugs |
| D11 |
Fructose metabolism engages the liver in complex and possibly not beneficial ways. |
| D11 |
CJASN: Rosiglitazone may benefit patient with FSGS |
| D11 |
NEJM: Type 1 diabetes and celiac disease may share a common immunologic mechanism. |
| D11 |
Lack of vitamin D stunts growth and causes weight gain in girls. |
| D11 |
Low carbohydrate diets affect cognition skills. |
| D11 |
Studies in animals confirm addictive properties of sugar. |
| D11 |
Glitazones lower bone density substantially in women but not in men. |
| D09 |
New scientific journal dedicated to WATER to make its debut in January of 2009. |
| D09 |
Cost-benefit of newer renal anticancer drugs debated in the UK |
| D09 |
Statins adversely affect placental development in an in vitro model. |
| D09 |
Fresenius' APP reassures about the safety of its heparin supply; launches heparin safety website. |
| D09 |
Hapless roundworms that don't dauer well yield clues about a fat-burning enzyme |
| D08 |
Thiamine supplementation found to lower proteinuria in early type 2 diabetics. |
| D08 |
CMS Sends Memorandum on CfC Waivers and Phase-In Time Extensions |
| D08 |
Reducing stress in laboratory mice by allowing nest-building; plus importance of temperature |
| D05 |
Int. Soc. Hemodialysis gives Scribner Trailblazer Award to Dr. Nathan Levin |
| D05 |
How many happy people are in your surroundings? Happiness found to rub off on others. |
| D05 |
Health care rationing and quality-adjusted years of life: Implications for dialysis in the blogs. |
| D05 |
Fresenius announces availability in Sweden of PVC- and phthalate-free PD dialysate bags and lines. |
| D04 |
Cleveland Clinic discloses all industry ties of its doctors on the Clinic's website. |
| D04 |
NEJM study shows that irbesartan of no benefit to patients with diastolic heart failure. |
| D04 |
Liver fat, rather than abdominal fat or shape, may be main cardiovascular risk. |
| D04 |
Wine and beer drinking increase omega-3 in the body independent of fish intake. |
| D04 |
HALT-C trial shows absolutely no impact of interferon on progression of hepatitis C |
| D03 |
Bicarbonate therapy lowers urinary calcium excretion in older adults. |
| D03 |
Gene therapy cures sickle cell disease in mice. |
| D03 |
Scientists film inner workings of the immune system sing multiphoton microscopy. |
| D03 |
NEJM publishes case control study of allergic reactions due to OSCS-contaminated heparin. |
| D03 |
Senators Baucus and Kennedy release their vision for health care reform. |
| D03 |
NEJM: ACEI plus amlodipine better than ACEI plus a thiazide in terms of cardiovascular events. |
| D02 |
Depression increases risk of subsequent visceral fat gain in longitudinal study. |
| D02 |
Consumer Reports investigates sodium content of foods: salt is present where one may not expect |
| D02 |
Cardiologists debate NEJM study comparing coronary CT scans with percutaneous angiography. |
| D02 |
FDA issues Question and Answer sheet for medication guides aimed at patients taking ESAs |
| D02 |
Tasimelteon resets melatonin level circadian cycle: potential benefit for jet lag, shift workers. |
| D01 |
Canadians publish best practice recommendations for stroke care. |
| N27 |
New studies confirm importance of sirtuin pathway in mammalian ageing; attention focuses on resveratrol. |
| N27 |
Mechanism of how the brain senses fatty foods identified. |
| N27 |
Serotonin formation rate in the gut linked to bone formation rate. |
| N27 |
JASN early release: Imatinib suppresses cryoglobulin production in mice. |
| N26 |
Binge drinking may damage the heart via acetaldehyde activation of macrophages. |
| N26 |
Vitamin K deficiency linked to insulin resistance in older men |
| N24 |
Vitamin D makes dialysis patients live longer? Say it ain't so, Joe! DOPPS pours cold water on the concept. |
| N21 |
Do your CKD patients still smoke? Who is still smoking in the US by state. |
| N21 |
Dialysis Compare website will now report patients with Hb above 12 as well as below 10 g/dL and will also change how patient survival is reported. |
| N21 |
MMWR: Survey of implementation of hepatitis B vaccination at birth in various countries |
| N21 |
Workplace hairspray exposure during pregnancy linked to hypospadias. |
| N20 |
Nephros pursues new product revenue aiming to sell its water filter to dialysis units, hospitals and the U.S. military. |
| N20 |
Bill Peckham blogs about Sen. Daschle and what his appointment as HHS secretary might mean for CKD care. |
| N19 |
Pie in the sky or pie on the table?: Diamond dialysis filter kept unclogged using electrostatic field. |
| N19 |
Designer organs progress: woman receives new trachea grown from her own stem cells. |
| N19 |
Trouble controlling serum phosphate? Chew on this... |
| N19 |
New GFR estimating equation first presented at Renal Week in the news. |
| N19 |
FDA advisory panel greenlights anti-MRSA antibiotic telavancin, but not approved by the FDA yet. |
| N18 |
New microRNA compound protects mice against heart failure. |
| N18 |
CDC updates guidelines for disinfection and sterilization in health care facilities. |
| N18 |
AMA: Obama win accelerates drive for health care reform. |
| N18 |
NY Times article highlights growing burden of CKD. |
| N18 |
Anticancer drugs sunitinib and imatinib cause remission of type 1 diabetes in mice. |
| N18 |
Extreme calorie restriction (study in anorexic teens) impairs bone structure before bone density is affected. |
| N18 |
Five days of cipro cause pervasive and persistent changes in gut microflora abundance. |
| N17 |
Network 9/10 and RPA sponsored symposia on Conditions for Coverage and Medical Director Responsibilities |
| N17 |
Canadians issue new guidelines for CKD management |
| N17 |
Pain and itch responses can be separated and differentially targeted by drugs. |
| N17 |
UK panel of experts advises against presumed consent and donor opt out legislation. |
| N17 |
Dr. Chris Blagg appointed editor of Hemodialysis International. |
| N14 |
New xenotransplant technique in pigs based on modification of cell surface genes by altering pig sperm. |
| N14 |
Renal Week: Relative vitamin K2 deficiency linked to vascular calcification in ESRD |
| N13 |
Catheter thermoablation of atrial fibrillation far superior to drug treatment. |
| N13 |
Sen.Baucus unveils Universal Health Care proposal |
| N13 |
FDA: Review of atrial fib - bisphosphonate data suggests a weak or no relationship. |
| N11 |
Bone marrow reconstitution with CCR5-negative cells apparently cures AIDS in a leukemia patient. |
| N11 |
Gene expression during kidney development catalogued. |
| N11 |
Sleep apnea associated with increased risk of sudden death. |
| N11 |
Pie in the sky or pie on the table? Nanoporous ceramic membranes may reject protein buildup. |
| N11 |
AHA Scientific Sessions 2008 in New Orleans, LA: Daily News, Nov 8 -12. |
| N09 |
Rosuvastatin given to patients with normal cholesterol levels but high CRPs markedly lowers CV risk. |
| N09 |
MP3 player earbuds should not be kept in shirt pockets in patients with pacemakers due to electrical interference. |
| N07 |
MDRD equation to estimate GFR is out, new CKD-EPI equation is in and is more accurate. |
| N07 |
Covidien recalls miscalibrated insulin syringes (overdose risk!) sold at Wal-Mart and Sam's Club. |
| N06 |
Beta-alanine supplements increase fitness level in the elderly. |
| N06 |
Having trouble with consistency in your lab results? The problem could be in your use of plastics. |
| N06 |
MMWR: CDC recommendations against multiple puncture of parenteral medication vials. |
| N06 |
CMS announces Open Door Forum on CrownWeb and Dialysis Facility Compare on Nov 19. |
| N06 |
Dr. Bryan Becker appointed as President of the National Kidney Foundation. |
| N06 |
Swabbing the mouth with probiotics as good as chlorhexidine in reducine ventilator-associated pneumonia risk. |
| N06 |
Nicotinamide benefits cognition in an animal model. |
| N06 |
Cancer genetic blueprint revealed by comparing genomes of cancerous and noncancerous cells in the same patient. |
| N06 |
JASN early release: Serum phosphorus associated with coronary artery calcification in healthy young adults in longitudinal observational study. |
| N06 |
KDOQI announces expansion plans |
| N06 |
Ghrelin-like drug increases muscle mass by 20% in the elderly. |
| N04 |
Magnetic resonance elastography (MRE) good for diagnosing certain liver conditions. |
| N04 |
Intraocular anti-VEGF drugs to treat retinal proliferative disoders may have a dark side. |
| N04 |
NK-22 cells - they're in the gut, they make IL-22, and are involved in mucosal immunity. |
| N04 |
New SIRT1 activating drug may protect against diet-induced obesity. |
| N04 |
1-alpha-25OH-D hydroxylase active in the lung; may be involved in immune defense. |
| N04 |
Strange, complex pharmacokinetics of methotrexate in RBCs have implications for clinical treatment. |
| N04 |
Incidence of proteinuria reduced in those diabeics who eat fish at least once a week. |
| O31 |
Melamine scandal widens in China; compound commonly added to animal feed. |
| O30 |
Study of Rockwell dialysate-side iron drug gets recommendation to continue by Data Safety Monitoring Board |
| O30 |
CDC issues new count of diabetes in the U.S. by state. Overall rate nearly doubles. |
| O30 |
Alpha-1-antitrypsin treatment improves success rate of pancreatic islet cell transplants. |
| O30 |
MYH9 gene variations linked to CKD in African Americans - researchers to present new data at Renal Week 2008. |
| O30 |
Do vegetarians get hemolytic uremic syndrome? Meat and dairy food ingestion implicated in new theory. |
| O29 |
Animal studies suggest potential benefits of drug holiday for patients taking sulfonylureas. |
| O29 |
Grapes protect the hearts and blood pressure of rats fed a salty diet. |
| O29 |
Transfusion with older blood increases risk of infection. |
| O29 |
Comments on KDIGO guidelines on prevention and treatment of hepatitis C in CKD. |
| O29 |
Patients with lupus being treated with hydroxychloroquine may have lower rate of kidney damage in observational study. |
| O29 |
Marked rise in kidney stones seen in U.S. children; cause is speculative. |
| O28 |
New computer algorithm that models the human body may be of use in anthropometric, nutritional research. |
| O28 |
Market research firm releases reports detailing changes in management of anemia, phosphate, and PTH. |
| O28 |
VEGF-based screening test for pre-eclampsia foreseen based on new research. |
| O28 |
French company develops a next generation totally implantable artificial heart. |
| O28 |
Plavix (clopidogrel) may be inactivated by some calcium channel blockers. |
| O28 |
Natalie Cole: Dialysis in the day, concerts at night. |
| O28 |
University of Michigan gets 3.8 M NIDDK Core Grant to fund kidney research |
| O28 |
Vitamin E and selenium found to be of no benefit in preventing prostate cancer. |
| O28 |
Another twist on the melamine tale: Now chickens who ate tainted feed lay melamine-contaminated eggs. |
| O28 |
UMC Nevada kidney transplant program closes due to Medicare standard regulations. |
| O27 |
Catlle vaccine that lowers their carriage rate of E.Coli O157:H7 approved for use in Canada. |
| O27 |
Runners burn more calories at rest than sedentary persons, and it's due to changes in the mitochondria. |
| O27 |
Risks of irregular heartbeat and atrial fibrillation increased with fosamax and other bisphosphonates. |
| O27 |
Costs of treating diabetes has nearly doubled in past 7 years. |
| O27 |
Pregnant women consuming flaxseed oil have a high (4x) risk of premature birth. |
| O27 |
Pentoxifylline lowers proteinuria alone or in addition to an ACE inhibitor. |
| O26 |
Genealogy of Hippocrates and the implications of the Hippocratic oath. |
| O23 |
Dennis Kogod promoted to be DaVita's Chief Operating Officer (COO) |
| O23 |
Amgen 3rd quarter net profit soars. |
| O23 |
Hydrogen sulfide may be a key regulator of blood pressure. |
| O23 |
Kaiser analyzes Presidential candidates' health care plans |
| O23 |
European watchdog agency suggests not using diet drug rimonabant due to depression side effects. |
| O23 |
New diet drug tesofensine appears to be remarkably effective. |
| O23 |
ASN 2008 abstracts now available for viewing. |
| O22 |
Gates Foundation announces 104 winners of Grand Challenges grants for innovative research |
| O22 |
Journal of Renal Nutrition publishes composition of common salt substitutes. |
| O22 |
Steroid-sparing immunosuppression for renal transplant in the news. |
| O22 |
Upcoming paper in JASN suggests revised diagnostic ultrasound criteria for polycystic disease. |
| O22 |
Designing a new dialysis unit? Glade-green light, clear sky above, and lavender-scented pillows enhance relaxation. |
| O22 |
Low-levels of gut bacteria that secrete anti-inflammatory compounds may underlie or worsen Crohn's disease. |
| O22 |
Japanese study finds that eating quickly doubles risk of obesity. |
| O22 |
JAMA: Adverse case-mix disadvantages some hospitals in terms of pay for performance scores. |
| O22 |
FDA wants more info before approving AMAG drug ferumoxytol as an IV iron drug. |
| O20 |
McMaster University unveils ultra-high-resolution electron microscope. |
| O20 |
Short chain fatty acids from gut bacteria slow intestinal transit time, thereby increasing nutrient absorption. |
| O20 |
NKF to fund two 3-year KDOQI research grants (each 150 K/yr x 3). Application deadline 01-Dec-08. |
| O20 |
Bad news: acrylamide in coffee. Good news: No increased GI cancer risk with acrylamide. |
| O17 |
Former director of UCLAs Willed Body Parts program pleads guilty to cadaver scheme. |
| O17 |
EPA toughens standard on lead emissions by 90%. |
| O17 |
College students genetically engineering yeast in an attempt to produce resveratrol-containing beer. |
| O17 |
New Mycobacterium species identified that can cause bone infections in the immunocompromised. |
| O17 |
Urine test for prostate cancer gene improves early detection relative to free PSA levels. |
| O17 |
FDA creates drug safety information webpages for patients and health professionals. |
| O17 |
Risk/benefit ratio of preventive use of aspirin in diabetic patients called into question. |
| O16 |
Baxter earnings rise 19% in third quarter on sales of plasma-derived products. |
| O16 |
Outcomes in transplant tourism patients markedly worse than those transplanted in the U.S. |
| O16 |
Vitamin K does not slow age-related loss in bone mineral density in postmenopausal women. |
| O16 |
Fructose feeding induces high triglycerides and leptin resistance in rats. |
| O16 |
Home dialysis equipment maker gets license to use some Hewlett-Packard inkjet printer patents for fluid path management. |
| O15 |
Resveratrol prevents liver fat accumulation in a mouse model of alcoholic liver disease. |
| O14 |
Resveratrol found in dark chocolate and cocoa. |
| O14 |
Alpha-1-antitrypsin therapy expands beta-cell populations in the pancreas of mice with a model of type 1 diabetes. |
| O14 |
B vitamins of no help in slowing progression of Alzheimer's disease. |
| O13 |
American Academy of Pediatrics ups vitamin D requirements in kids from 200 to 400 IU/day. |
| O13 |
Book Review: Clinical Guide to Use of Antithrombotic Agents in CAD |
| O13 |
Are you nuts about nuts? Nuts! One study fails to shell out any benefit. |
| O13 |
A series of abstracts presented at CRF meeting suggesting that triple anti-platelet therapy (adding cilostazol) improved outcomes. |
| O10 |
CDC reports on Listeria monocytogenes contamination of milk products after pasteurization. |
| O10 |
Newspapers dissect McCain vs.Obama proposals concerning health care. |
| O10 |
Is dietary turmeric the reason why Indians have a relatively low incidence of diabetic retinopathy? |
| O09 |
Retinylamine markedly slows age-related macular degeneration in an animal model. |
| O09 |
New physical activity guidelines: 30 minutes of moderate exercise 5 times per week; |
| O08 |
A single dose of EPO injected after a heart attack can limit apoptosis and thereby reduce heart cell damage. |
| O08 |
10-year follow-up shows prolonged benefits of tight glucose control with sulfonylurea or metformin in UKPDS |
| O08 |
USRDS Annual Data report breaks out a separate section dealing with earlier stage CKD. |
| O07 |
Farnesyl transferase inhibitor (tipifarnib) reverses cardiovascular effects of progeria. |
| O07 |
Study illustrates importance of inflammatory macrophages in obesity; insulin resistance reversed by killing these cells. |
| O07 |
One mechanism whereby ingestion of fatty foods (but not carbs or protein) can suppress hunger identified : OEA. |
| O07 |
Even occasional smoking can impair arterial function for a prolonged period. |
| O07 |
Medicare carrier switch causing payment delays and other problems nationwide. |
| O07 |
NRAA: Advance copy of ESRD program interpretive guidelines. (pdf) |
| O07 |
Gut bacteria may protect mice against type 1 diabetes, other autoimmune disorders. |
| O07 |
Complement pathway and the innate immune system implicated in age-related macular degeneration. |
| O07 |
Controlling computer games with brain waves: possible new hope for stroke victims? |
| O06 |
National Renal Administrators' Association requests that small dialysis organizations be allowed to data batch CPM reporting to Crown Web. |
| O06 |
One-dollar-a-month polypill containing ASA, thiazide, ACEI, and statin to undergo clinical testing. |
| O06 |
Just one session of exercise improves metabolic health in insulin-resistant obese subjects. |
| O06 |
Adipocyte precursor cells identified, opening up a new area of obesity research. |
| O06 |
Vitamin D deficiency may increase risk of skin infections in patients with atopic dermatitis. |
| O06 |
New studies support use of probiotics in irritable bowel syndrome. |
| O06 |
Disinfectant use can increase level of bacterial resistance. |
| O06 |
Preliminary results suggest a 20% mortality reduction with Dendreon's prostate cancer vaccine. |
| O06 |
Apparent failure to rinse sterilant from dialyzer prior to use may have led to patient death in Michigan. |
| O06 |
Nobel prize in medicine goes to Barre-Sinoussi and Montagnier for discovery of the AIDS virus (Gallo left out) and to zu Hausen for the discovery of HPV. |
| O04 |
Scandal breaks surrounding pharma payments to Emory University Psychiatry Department Chairman. |
| O03 |
MIT researchers make progress in developing a nose biosensor to sniff out disease. |
| O03 |
FDA weighs in on melanine-contaminated food with interim risk assessment document. |
| O03 |
On Nov 3, U.S. Supreme Court to hear key product liability court regarding use of FDA-recommended drug labels. |
| O03 |
Successful transplantation of frozen and thawed pig liver (into another pig) raises hope for an organ bank. |
| O03 |
DNA of commensal, good bacteria augment the intestinal response to infection. |
| O03 |
A new brain - obesity- inflammation link discovered, showing how glucose/fat increases inflammation. |
| O03 |
Amgen wins an injunction preventing sale of Roche's Mircera in the United States. |
| O03 |
Higher dose zinc supplements associated with an increased risk of advanced prostate cancer. |
| O02 |
Is low vitamin D activity linked to increased thirst? |
| O02 |
Melamine-tainted candy pulled from Connecticut stores. |
| O01 |
Kidney sparing surgery gives good results in renal cancer. |
| O01 |
Medicare stops paying for 10 reasonably preventable medical errors. |
| S30 |
Lancet: New genes found that link to gout. |
| S30 |
Vitamin C may blunt effect of anticancer drugs |
| S29 |
Baxter gets 510K approval for in-line IV device designed to reduce bacterial contamination. |
| S29 |
AAKP director Kris Robinson resigns to pursue other opportunities. |
| S29 |
Melamine scandal hits makers of candies and milk chocolates. |
| S26 |
Popular Chinese candy that is available worldwide found contamined with melamine. |
| S26 |
Would you like your coffee black, or with milk, cream, or melamine? FDA warns US this time. |
| S26 |
Aptly named horny goat weed found to be a source of specific phosphodiesterase inhibitors. |
| S26 |
FDA early communication regarding ongoing safety review of German ESA stroke study. |
| S26 |
FDA involving itself in the use of ESAs as part of study trials after increased deaths in German stroke study. |
| S25 |
NIH director Zerhouni to step down at the end of October 2008. |
| S25 |
In humans, as opposed to lab animals, caloric restriction does not lower IGF-1, but protein restriction does. |
| S25 |
Tea found to contain relatively high fluoride levels (fluoride of potential concern in CKD patients) |
| S25 |
Diabetic gastroparesis in mice reversed by restoring defective hemo oxygenase production. |
| S25 |
Pentazocine appears to dramatically prevent diabetic retinal damage in mice. |
| S24 |
Joint Commission issues safety alert regarding heparin dosing errors in hospitals. |
| S24 |
Int Soc Blood Purification (ISBP) abstracts online (from September, 2008 meeting) |
| S22 |
NY dialysis center shut down for unsanitary conditions; story hits the New York Times. |
| S22 |
Exercise program cuts liver fat by 40% in type 2 diabetics. |
| S22 |
Darapladib slows atherosclerosis in a pig model. |
| S22 |
Secondhand smoke exposure increases risk of peripheral artery disease in women. |
| S22 |
Two drug (cholinesterase inhibitor plus memantine) treatment slows progression rate of Alzheimer's disease. |
| S22 |
6 months of caloric restriction and 10% body weight loss does not cause young overweight adults to lose bone. |
| S20 |
Most FMC units in Texas now open again after hurricane Ike |
| S19 |
African American women have low white blood cell count. |
| S19 |
High-salt diet contributes very substantially to resistant hypertension. |
| S18 |
JASN paper in press identifies uric acid as a risk factor for CKD. |
| S18 |
Are statins ineffective for protection against cardiovascular risks in women? |
| S18 |
New mechanism for cardiac arrhythmia discovered. |
| S18 |
Thin men more vulnerable to osteoporosis. |
| S18 |
Listening to Mozart lowers high blood pressure (really) |
| S16 |
Melamine-tainted milk scandal in China deepens. |
| S16 |
How should one properly dispose of unused drugs? No one seems to know. |
| S16 |
NHANES data analysis links elevated urine bisphenol levels to diabetes, cardiovascular disease. |
| S16 |
Chamomile tea cuts diabetes complications (in rats) |
| S16 |
US Federal Trade Comission (FTC) restricts FMC's ability to set its pricing on Venofer IV iron using its licensing agreement. |
| S16 |
Combining thiazides with potassium-sparing diuretics markedly lowers cardiovascular mortality. |
| S15 |
Fresenius patient information center and hotline for hurricane Ike victims |
| S15 |
Melamine-contamined baby formula poisons a large number of infants in China. |
| S15 |
Carbon nanotubes for water purification. |
| S15 |
Phase 1 trial of gene therapy using enkephalin for chronic pain starts recruitment. |
| S15 |
Carvedilol and alprenolol, but not other beta-blockers, stimulate cellular protective pathway in the heart. |
| S15 |
MYH9 gene variants linked to FSGS and diabetic kidney disease in African Americans. |
| S14 |
Hospitals and nursing homes contribute to water contamination with pharmaceuticals through their disposal methods. |
| S14 |
Sulforaphane from broccoli may protect lungs by activating detoxifying enzyme. |
| S13 |
5 pioneering scientists win Lasker medical prizes. |
| S13 |
Investigational drug effective against dormant tuberculosis bacteria. |
| S12 |
Cardioprotective effects of alcohol ingestion may be due to aldehyde dehydrogenase. |
| S12 |
FDA issues warning about melamine in one brand of baby formula manufactured in China. |
| S11 |
Rituximab prescribing info revised to reflect risk of progressive multifocal leukoencephalopathy. |
| S11 |
Interstitial cystits may be treatable via the colon. |
| S10 |
Texas dialysis providers prepare for hurricane Ike. |
| S10 |
University of Pittsburgh to partner with DaVita, FMC in 18 regional dialysis clinics. |
| S10 |
Molecular mechanism of steroid-induced fatty liver determined. |
| S10 |
Pentazocine shows encouraging results in a mouse model of diabetic retinopathy. |
| S10 |
NEJM early release: Benefits of tight glucose control persist in type 2 DM at 10 years |
| S10 |
NEJM early release: Tight BP control has to be continued in type 2 diabetics; otherwise benefits are not maintained. |
| S09 |
Serotonin transport receptor levels in the brain change with the seasons; may reflect seasonal affective disorder. |
| S09 |
Low serum vitamin B12 levels associated with brain shrinkage in the elderly. |
| S08 |
Once-a-week sustained release exenatide lowers HbA1c better than twice daily shots. |
| S08 |
Genetic variants associated with markedly different vitamin B12 handling. |
| S08 |
Annual Dialysis Conference 2008 PD papers now available on-line |
| S05 |
Photographing what they eat helps dieters stick to weight-loss plans and identifies bingeing. |
| S05 |
Alternating linezolid and vancomycin usage periods in the ICU lowers MRSA prevalence. |
| S05 |
Bisphenol (present in polycarbonate plastics) linked to metabolic syndrome. |
| S05 |
High gas prices hit dialysis patients and others who need frequent medical treatment. |
| S05 |
FDA warns about invasive fungal lung infections in patients taking TNF-alpha blockers. |
| S05 |
Vaccination against core influenza virus antigens may obviate need for annual shots. |
| S04 |
Nanodevice detects local paracrine signalling among immune cells |
| S04 |
Tired of jogging to burn more calories? Try working on a crossword puzzle. |
| S03 |
Sleep loss, even transient, increases NF-kappaB activity in humans. |
| S03 |
Higher serum calcium levels within the normal range associated with increased fatal prostate cancer risk in NHANES. |
| S03 |
Exercise increases risk of catching the flu, while quercetin lowers this risk (in mice) |
| S03 |
RPA and ESRD networks launch kidney patient safety initiative, including a new website. |
| S03 |
Cortinarius mushroom induced kidney failure in the news - Horse Whisperer author Nicholas Evans being the latest victim |
| S02 |
In vitro studies suggest role for antihistamine clemizole in treating hepatitis C |
| S02 |
TORC gene linked to both appetite regulation and fertility |
| S02 |
Think your fiance will make the perfect husband? Better first check his vasopressin receptor genotype! |
| S02 |
Genetic data stored at NIH temporarily withdrawn due to privacy concerns raised by new method of forensic SNP analysis |
| S02 |
How Tulane University hospital coped with Gustav evacuation |
| S02 |
Want to live longer? Take the stairs instead of the elevator. |
| S02 |
AJKD: Temporary iron depletion and relative thrombocytosis may underline increased mortality with high doses of EPO. |
| A29 |
Study suggests that flu shots may not reduce mortality in the elderly. |
| A29 |
Variant Creutzfeld-Jakob disease transmissible by blood transfusion. |
| A29 |
Heated seats (applies to dialysis chairs) raise scrotal temperatures and affect sperm. |
| A29 |
FDA approves for clinical use a gene expression blood test (AlloMap) designed to help diagnose rejection of heart transplants . |
| A29 |
Morton salt notifies customers of potassium chloride shortage due to labor strike at Canadian potash mines. |
| A29 |
List of CKD blogs |
| A29 |
Singh and Furberg editorialize against use of thiazolidinediones due to CV risk and lack of CV benefit. |
| A29 |
Pancreatic exocrine cells reprogrammed to make them into insulin-secreting beta cells |
| A29 |
100g/day of dark chocolate lowers blood pressure by 3 mm Hg. |
| A29 |
Eating two eggs a day while restricting caloric intake has no adverse effects on LDL cholesterol. |
| A27 |
Debate flares: Can obese patients be healthy? |
| A27 |
Webcam doctor visits take off in Hawaii |
| A26 |
More cases of fatal pancreatitis after Byetta reported. |
| A26 |
Allopurinol lowers blood pressure in hypertensive adolescents |
| A26 |
Newer gated CT scans diagnose coronary artery disease and obviate need for angiography. |
| A26 |
Leptin injections keep rats with type 1 diabetes alive without insulin. |
| A26 |
Twenty percent of Ayurvedic medicines found to be contaminated with lead, arsenic, or mercury. |
| A25 |
Renophobia: Brit panics when she finds kidney in a piece of chicken dinner ! |
| A25 |
Longer-term low-dose IL-2 treatment (metronomic dosing) has fewer side effects when used for prostate cancer. |
| A25 |
New guidelines to treat rheumatoid arthritis focus on disease-modifying drugs. |
| A25 |
Some rice bran products found to contain high levels of arsenic. |
| A25 |
FDA approves Nplate (romiplostim) to stimulate bone marrow in thrombocytopenia. |
| A24 |
Bifidobacterium infantis may have systemic immune system benefits. |
| A22 |
Some evidence that Vytorin is, or maybe is not, associated with an increased cancer risk; FDA gets involved. |
| A22 |
New antimicrobial approach tames, rather than kills, pathogenic bacteria, lowering risk of emerging resistant strains. |
| A22 |
Fresenius stays strong in tough economic times. |
| A22 |
NEJM: Preeclampsia raises risk of subsequent CKD |
| A21 |
NKF launches education toolkit targeting treatment of patients with HIV and CKD. |
| A21 |
DaVita establishes Florida hotline for dialysis patients to be used during hurricanes. |
| A21 |
Blocking androgen receptors in prostate cancer may paradoxically enhance tumor growth. |
| A21 |
Taste receptor for calcium present in the mouths of mice. |
| A21 |
AMAG receives fast track designation from FDA for ferumoxytol as an MRI contrast agent. |
| A20 |
79 million US adults have problems related to medical care induced debt. |
| A20 |
First red blood cells grown in the lab. |
| A20 |
Individual genome analysis shows that drug sensitivity may be poorly predicted by skin color (presumed race) |
| A20 |
New survey shows obesity rates continue to increase in the United States. |
| A19 |
Lowering homocysteine with folic acid and B vitamins fails to reduce CV events in heart disease patients. |
| A19 |
Low-level arsenic exposure linked to increased type 2 diabetes risk. |
| A19 |
Effect of grapefruit juice on drug absorption and metabolism: new complexities |
| A19 |
Chronic lead poisoning from contaminated urban soils. |
| A19 |
Obesity epidemic due to increased food intake, and not decreased activity level. |
| A19 |
FDA warns of hemorrhagic necrotizing pancreatitis with Byetta (exenatide) |
| A18 |
Researchers create milligram quantities of completely synthetic heparin |
| A18 |
Compensated organ donation pits the AMA against the NKF: The Satel article in Slate magazine. |
| A18 |
Novel type of gene silencing technology described. |
| A18 |
Wall Street Journal health blog debated ethics of organ donation, focusing on NKF opposition to the concept. |
| A18 |
Medicare finalizes its list of - no pay - preventable conditions in hospitalized patients. |
| A18 |
Anti-fibrosis drug developed by Australian scientists may help slow progression of CKD |
| A15 |
When is a potential heart donor really dead? NEJM report raises some ethical questions. |
| A15 |
Lancet: ONTARGET study shows mixed results for combined ARB/ACEI therapy; greater reduction of proteinuria but a higher renal event rate. |
| A15 |
Certain hepatitis B virus genotypes linked to liver cancer risk. |
| A15 |
Bariatric surgery - induced weight loss helps, but does not cure, sleep apnea. |
| A15 |
Infection control requirements from CDC incorporated into CMS conditions for coverage for dialysis units. MMWR, see p. 875. |
| A14 |
Monosodium glutamate use associated with weight gain. |
| A14 |
SpyCEP identified as key element to infectivity of group A strep associated with necrotizing fasciitis. |
| A14 |
CMS issues draft interpretive guidelines for surveyors re new conditions for coverage; requests comments (pdf). |
| A14 |
European Society of Pathology website, including selected slide presentations. |
| A13 |
Enhancing lysosomal receptors for chaperone molecules prevents aging of mouse livers. |
| A13 |
NKF-FDA workshop: Proteinuria as a Surrogate Outcome in CKD: Link to presentations. |
| A13 |
T-cell furin linked to autoimmunity |
| A12 |
MicroRNA specific to endothelial cells associated with blood vessel branching, survival after cardiac infarction. |
| A11 |
Proton pump inhibitors increase fracture risk |
| A11 |
Prospective study of runners as they aged from 50 through 80 shows substantial benefits. |
| A09 |
Open access articles are read more frequently, but citation rate is not increased, at least during the first year. |
| A08 |
Immune response to early treatment of hepatitis C suggests that cure rate may be enhanced. |
| A08 |
FDA-mandated new labeling and medication guide for ESAs now activated. |
| A08 |
LabCorp via Litholink and the NKF launch an educational and information technology support program for early CKD detection. |
| A08 |
AHA issues recommendations for ambulatory BP monitoring is certain children and adolescents. |
| A08 |
Obese men face twin threat from prostate cancer |
| A08 |
Dr. Stan Lindenfeld appointed as Chief Medical Officer of U.S. Renal Care |
| A07 |
Bile acids play a role in glucose metabolism and insulin signaling. |
| A07 |
Proposed legislation would protect physicians who volunteer to treat poor patients from medical liability. |
| A07 |
Some foreign-trained physicians working under the J-1 visa waiver program complain of abusive working conditions. |
| A07 |
Occult hepatitis C viral infection present in 45% of hemodialysis patients with abnormal liver enzymes. |
| A07 |
New gene-based molecular test for prostate cancer ready for commercialization. |
| A07 |
U.K. National Health Service decides that 4 new drugs with some activity against kidney cancer are not cost-effective. |
| A07 |
NEJM: FGF-23 is a risk marker for death in incident dialysis patients |
| A06 |
NephCure announces recipients of research awards focusing on FSGS. |
| A06 |
November CJASN paper details benefits of rituximab in treating membranous nephropathy. |
| A06 |
Broccoli compounds reduce reactive oxygen species induced in blood vessels by hyperglycemia. |
| A05 |
IV calcium channel blocker wins FDA approval to treat acute hypertension. |
| A05 |
Baroreflex device to treat hypertension. A pipe dream? 200 million dollars raised so far says maybe not. |
| A05 |
New guidelines suggest that routine prostate cancer screening not be done in patients over 75 years of age. |
| A05 |
Physician and nurse blogs not uncommonly intrude on patient privacy rights and have undeclared conflicts of interest. |
| A05 |
New method of inducing tolerance using donor leukocytes shows promising results. |
| A05 |
Assay for serum hepcidin may help diagnose anemia of chronic disease. |
| A04 |
Patients with myeloma treated with ESAs may have poorer survival. |
| A02 |
Settlement will reduce acrylamide levels in potato chips. |
| A01 |
Shire stops selling its ESA Dynepo in Europe due to unfavorable market environment. |
| A01 |
FDA forces new labeling changes for ESAs under new law. |
| A01 |
R1626 shows promising effects against HCV viremia when combined with pegylated inferferon and ribavirin. |
| A01 |
Mouse data suggests that warfarin may inhibit fibrosis due to hepatitis C. |
| A01 |
Consensus statement suggests that HbA1c is the best test to detect early diabetes. |
| A01 |
Pluripotent stem cells obtained from skin cells used to generate motor neurons. |
| A01 |
Treating H. pylori infection markedly reduces risk of recurrent gastric cancer. |
| J31 |
Two new drugs have profound effects on exercise conditioning in mice. |
| J30 |
A year of quality-adjusted human life is worth 129,000 dollars? |
| J30 |
Incenter 3x/week nocturnal hemodialysis in the news. |
| J30 |
Does adiponectin have a dark side? Study associates it with increased cardiovascular risk. |
| J30 |
Bifidobacterium infantis continues to show promise as treatment for irritable bowel syndrome. |
| J29 |
New study highlights risk of losing bone density while following a low-calorie diet for weight loss. |
| J29 |
Manganese-containing nanobialys may be a useful alternative to gadolinium for MRI imaging, among other uses. |
| J29 |
Rember, a drug that is really a blue dye that prevents tau tangles, appears to slow Alzheimer's disease. |
| J29 |
Home dialysis in Ontario, Canada in the news |
| J29 |
Difficult patient kicked out of local dialysis center forced to dialyze in local hospital emergency room. |
| J29 |
FDA advised against eating green gook (tomalley) from American lobsters. |
| J29 |
Testosterone changes associated with perimenopausal increase in metabolic syndrome risk. |
| J29 |
Observational study suggests that statins may lower risk of senile dementia very substantially. |
| J28 |
TriPort device aids in performing umbilical laparoscopic surgery. |
| J28 |
Deep frozen organs function after being transplanted into animals 3 months later. |
| J28 |
E-prescribers see Medicare bonus, but late adopters will face pay cut |
| J27 |
Human autoantibodies from women with pre-eclampsia induce the condition in pregnant mice. |
| J26 |
Fist-clenching prior to phlebotomy can raise sample potassium levels. |
| J26 |
Amgen shares rise after success of its drug denosumab in lowering risk of bone fractures. |
| J25 |
NIDDK publishes strategic plan for addressing research on non-cancer-related prostate disease. |
| J25 |
U.S. House approves delay of Medicare trigger measure. |
| J24 |
Complement activation is increases in patients with age-related macular degeneration. |
| J24 |
In acute study, fructose increases lipogenesis relative to glucose. |
| J23 |
NEJM: Genetic mutation associated with most patients who develop myopathy on high-dose statins. |
| J23 |
Texas ESRD Network hurricane resource site |
| J23 |
Hurricane Dolly now at south Texas coast. |
| J23 |
How bacterial biofilms use chemical weapons against amoebas |
| J23 |
Scientists isolate compound in saliva that speeds wound healing. |
| J22 |
Dr. Arnold Kim gives up nephrology practice to attend to his Mac blogging site and other projects. |
| J22 |
As travel costs rise, more meetings go virtual. |
| J22 |
House Appropriations Subcommittee increases proposed FDA budget by more than 20% to over 2 billion dollars per year. |
| J22 |
The cold, cruel facts?: Disease prevention programs may not lower costs in the long run? |
| J22 |
Ezetimibe plus simvastatin drug trial shows no effect on aortic valve stenosis progression. |
| J22 |
Prostate cancer drug abiraterone hailed as a breakthrough in the treatment of advanced disease. |
| J22 |
Ice-tea aficionado develops kidney stones |
| J22 |
Woman who claimed water-loading diet caused brain damage due to seizures wins lawsuit. |
| J21 |
Dr. Joseph Letteri, an expert in kidney treatment; in memoriam |
| J21 |
Advance lowers risk of rejection of animal tissues. |
| J21 |
Anti-bacterial actions of cranberry juice explained by its action on fimbriae. |
| J21 |
Adding calcium hydroxide to seawater may reverse global warming. |
| J21 |
Drug industry: No more free pens, pads, or mugs for docs. |
| J21 |
Singapore mulls legal kidney trading. |
| J21 |
FDA finds incriminated Salmonella strain on jalapeno peppers |
| J19 |
Human blood vessels grown in mice |
| J18 |
In-center nocturnal dialysis in Colorado in the news. |
| J18 |
Donor nephrectomy via umbilical incision shortens donor post-op recovery time. |
| J18 |
Jonathan Himmelfarb to lead new Kidney Research Institute based in Seattle. |
| J17 |
Low-carb vs. low-fat supporters fight over importance of NEJM study on NY Times blog. |
| J17 |
FDA retracts Salmonella-related warning against eating raw tomatoes. Peppers still a potential risk factor. |
| J17 |
Genetic variant identified that increases risk of elevated triglycerides fourfold in Asian Americans. |
| J17 |
Peptidoglycans from gut bacteria may induce C. albicans to transform into infectious variant. |
| J17 |
Radiocontrast nephropathy studies may overestimate risk of AKI, since creatinine often increases in controls patients, also. |
| J17 |
U.S. population keeps getting fatter; esp. Alabama, Mississippi, and Tennessee. |
| J17 |
FDA safety recall: Sodium polystyrene sulfonate contaminated with yeast. |
| J17 |
AHA to launch new journal focusing on cardiovascular outcomes trials and methodology. |
| J17 |
Whole fruits and fruit juices have opposite effects on diabetes risk in Nurses' Health Study |
| J17 |
Atkins was right after all. NEJM study confirms benefits of low-carb and Mediterannean diets vs. low-fat diet. |
| J17 |
NEJM study shows that IVIG plus rituximab increases transplant success rates in HLA-sensitized patients. |
| J16 |
Doctors hopeful that improved blood thinners are on the horizon: Three new candidates. |
| J16 |
Annals: Low molecular weight heparin for 7 days better than stockings after arthroscopic knee surgery. |
| J16 |
Has the Achilles heel of the HIV virus been located? |
| J16 |
Cyclosporine increases expression of VEGF. Is this a mechanism for post-transplant cancer risk? |
| J16 |
Congress overrides Bush veto on Medicare bill that prevents physician payment cuts. |
| J15 |
Are kidney transplants performed at night less successful? A small European study suggests this possibility. |
| J15 |
GAO recommends prior authorization by Medicare of physican office-based diagnostic imaging tests. |
| J15 |
Bush to veto Medicare physician's pay patch bill today; Congress set to override. |
| J14 |
Will global warming spark a rise in kidney stone incidence? |
| J14 |
Ortho Biotech and Amgen resolve antitrust lawsuit. |
| J14 |
Japanese build DNA sewing machine. |
| J14 |
Sodium phenyl butyrate (PBA) may prolong life of pancreatic beta cells in type 2 diabetes. |
| J14 |
Nurses struggle with implications of new CMS policy re non-reimbursable adverse events. |
| J14 |
Track the 2008 U.S. Transplant Games |
| J14 |
CKD screening shows that a high percentage of Australia's indigenous population has kidney disease. |
| J14 |
FDA warning: Microangiopathic hemolytic anemia with avastin plus sunitinib. |
| J14 |
Amgen's osteoporosis drug denosumab found effective in maintaining bone density in prostate cancer patients treated with androgen deprivation. |
| J13 |
Histone deacetylase (HDAC) inhibitor SAHA found to have anti-immune effects in graft vs. host disease. |
| J12 |
Triathlon athlete and dialysis patient Shad Ireland in the news. |
| J12 |
Pioneering heart surgeon Michael DeBakey dies at age 99. |
| J11 |
Dialysis patients in Scotland can access their lab results on-line. |
| J11 |
FDA lists May 2008 labeling changes: Aranesp (tumor progression) and CellCept (lymphoma and PML risk) |
| J11 |
Angiodynamics recalls its Centros dialysis catheter due to inadequate cuff attachment. |
| J11 |
U.S. News issues its annual rankings of hospitals by specialty. |
| J11 |
White House threatens to veto bill rescinding physician Medicare payment cuts. Does the Senate have the votes to override? |
| J11 |
Scientists image prostate cancer that has metastasized to pelvic lymph nodes. |
| J10 |
Aspirin may benefit patients with osteoporosis: a possible mechanism identified. |
| J10 |
Histone deacetylase (HDAC) inhibitors protect ischemic tissue from injury. |
| J10 |
Computational biology approach leads to better understanding of immune response to presented antigen. |
| J10 |
Time of day affects antibody response to vaccination in men, but not women. Morning is best. |
| J10 |
U.S. National Public Radio examines health care system in 5 European countries. |
| J09 |
New form of Creutzfeld-Jakob-type of dementia discovered in the United States - no obvious cause. |
| J09 |
Salmonella outbreak continues: jalapeno peppers now thought to be a cause. |
| J09 |
Medicare bill that rescinds physician payment cuts passes in Senate with veto-proof majority. |
| J09 |
ESRD Network 14 (Texas) alert regarding contamination of at least one lot of Morton salt pellets by sodium ferrocyanide. |
| J09 |
Androgen-deprivation therapy does not help when given to older men with localized prostate cancer vs.watchful waiting alone.. |
| J09 |
Fresenius signs sublicensing agreement with Luitpold to use Venofer in United States patients. |
| J08 |
Phosphate in CKD conference; September 26, 2008 in New York City. |
| J08 |
Stanford researchers find molecule that kills kidney cancer cells, STF-62247. |
| J08 |
Farm-raised tilapia fish has relatively low levels of omega-3 fatty acids. |
| J08 |
Fish oil plus red yeast lower cholesterol to the same extent as statin therapy. |
| J08 |
Transplant tourists running out of destinations. |
| J08 |
FDA adds boxed warning on risk of tendon rupture associated with fluoroquinolone antibiotics. |
| J08 |
Overweight patients trying to lose weight lose twice as much if they keep a food diary. |
| J07 |
Swiss study suggests an 8% increase in failure rate when a male kidney is given to a woman recipient. |
| J07 |
Medicare double delay: Senate fails to act and CMS holds physician claims. |
| J07 |
Dr. Allen Alfrey, discoverer of the cause of aluminum-related dialysis dementia, in memoriam. |
| J07 |
Fresenius Medical buys heparin-maker APP pharmaceuticals. |
| J03 |
NEJM: Scanning the blood for circulating tumor cells using DNA technology helps guide treatment of metastatic disease. |
| J03 |
VA/NIH study of dialysis dose in acute kidney failure published in NEJM |
| J03 |
Statins spur glial progenitor cells to develop into oligodendrocytes. |
| J03 |
Pfizer will no longer work directly with for-profit CME companies. |
| J03 |
Novel antibiotic ceftobirole kills even the most resistant Staph. aureus. |
| J03 |
CMS releases 2007 ESRD Clinical Performance Measures report (.pdf) |
| J03 |
Secondary analysis of CHOIR data suggests that high EPO doses, rather than high Hb per se, associated with mortality. |
| J03 |
FDA panel recommends that all new diabetes drugs be screened for cardiovascular risk. |
| J02 |
New orally active, broad-spectrum angiogenesis inhibitor may be useful against many cancers. |
| J02 |
Secret of herpesvirus latency discovered in strands of microRNA. |
| J01 |
Caffeine intake increases rate at which muscle replenishes glycogen stores after exercise. |
| J01 |
Indocyanine green plus laser light kills even resistant bacteria; application to wound infections. |
| J01 |
Medicare proposes changes for dialysis reimbursement. |
| J01 |
More on the physician Medicare payment cut battle in the Congress. |
| J01 |
FDA may start focusing more on software reliability in medical devices. |
| J01 |
Bills pending in Congress would remove Supreme Court shield for medical device manufacturers. |
| J01 |
Doxycycline-inhibitable protease activity increased in SHR rats; this also may explain various aspects of metabolic syndrome. |
| J30 |
Doctors get temporary reprieve on Medicare cuts. |
| J30 |
Cancer cure strategy in mice to be tested in humans: transfusion of allogeneic cancer-killing leukocytes. |
| J30 |
Volcanoes turn out to be an important source of mercury pollution. |
| J30 |
Calcium supplementation alone does not reduce hip fracture risk in the elderly (new meta-analysis) |
| J30 |
AHA publishes cookbook focusing on healthy soul food recipes |
| J30 |
Sudden hearing loss associated with increased risk of future stroke. |
| J30 |
AHA launches hearthub.org, a website for patients. |
| J30 |
Prevalence of silent cerebral infarction in healthy (mean age 62) people at 11% in MRI study. |
| J30 |
AMA delegates oppose CMS no pay policy for "preventable" conditions that develop during hospital stay. |
| J28 |
Mortality rates similar at for-profit and not-for-profit dialysis chain patients; former use more EPO and IV iron. |
| J28 |
Bill to approve pathway for FDA approvals of biosimilars advocated as saving billions of dollars. |
| J28 |
Senate fails to take up legislation that would delay Medicare physician fee cut. |
| J28 |
FDA/Roche: Progressive multifocal leukoencephalopathy (PML) warnings added to mycophenolate labeling. |
| J26 |
Fructose, but not glucose, increases visceral adipose tissue and triglycerides, and lower insulin sensitivity. |
| J26 |
Testing of athletes for illicit EPO use has high rate of false negatives. |
| J26 |
Gastric vagal block surgery less invasive, than bariatric surgery, but also effective in causing weight loss. |
| J26 |
Two siRNA in the Phase I/II pipeline for kidney disease, one for delayed graft function, the other for AKI |
| J26 |
Cethromycin for community-acquited MRSA. |
| J26 |
Allen Nissenson hired as Chief Medical Officer of DaVita |
| J25 |
R provides open access software for statistical analysis and graphing of results. |
| J25 |
House Medicare bill and the politics of competitive bidding for medical equipment |
| J25 |
Off topic - new technology: Compressed air cars on the near horizon (watch video) |
| J25 |
House votes to block cut in physician Medicare fees. |
| J25 |
MRSA skin infections becoming commonplace in healthy athletes. |
| J25 |
Site indentified at which microRNAs may down-regulate immune response. |
| J25 |
Impending Medicare reimbursement cuts may affect delivery of care |
| J25 |
African Americans excrete less potassium in the urine, and it's not all due to dietary intake. |
| J25 |
Excessive amounts of lead found in indoor/outdoor carpeting and artificial grass. |
| J25 |
Radiofrequence equipment ID tags can halt dialysis machines, change ventilator settings, alter syringe pump performance in the ICU. |
| J25 |
Obesity drug rimonabant approved for NHS use in England and Wales. |
| J25 |
Breast-cancer gene BRCA2 linked to much shorter survival after prostate cancer. |
| J24 |
Take your meds and have a chance at winning the lottery. |
| J24 |
House reps Dingell and Barton plan bill pushing nationwide adoption of electronic medical record systems. |
| J23 |
Some academic sites offering on-line second opinion services. |
| J23 |
Brouhaha over inclusion of Social Security numbers on Medicare ID cards: Would take 8 years to change? |
| J23 |
Rapamycin may impact retardation in tuberous sclerosis and might be useful in treating autism. |
| J23 |
New source of cardiac stem cells found in the epicardium |
| J21 |
Might Tai-Chi benefit CKD patients who can't sleep well? |
| J20 |
ANNA Monthly enewsletter, June, 2008 |
| J20 |
Abbott Labs research grant solicitation on VDRA: Deadline is June 30th. |
| J20 |
Stem cells give old muscles new pep |
| J19 |
Some pathogenic bacteria use nanosyringe to inject host cells with toxins. |
| J19 |
Might exposure to low doses of ionizing radiation be beneficial? |
| J19 |
Is fluoride in drinking water safe for patients with CKD? |
| J19 |
FDA cautions about increased mortality in elderly patients with dementia who had been treated with antipsychotic drugs |
| J19 |
Investigation of deaths at Lufkin dialysis center: How alleged criminal activity was uncovered. |
| J18 |
DNA-modified bacteria eat plant waste and excrete fuel oil. |
| J18 |
Computer generated warfarin dosing as effective as dosing by expert prescribers. |
| J18 |
HHV-8 herpes virus linked to ketosis-prone type 2 diabetes in Africa. |
| J17 |
Big breakfast diet more effective than low-carb diet in maintaining weight loss. |
| J17 |
Diabetes doubles the risk of hearing loss. |
| J16 |
Transportation fees impact some Canadian diaysis patients. |
| J16 |
British Medical Journal hosts interchange of views on appropriateness of paying live organ donors. |
| J16 |
Patients only rarely use online ratings to pick physicians. |
| J16 |
Do patients with combined liver/kidney transplants really need the kidney portion? |
| J16 |
Eating in response to stress? Ghrelin could be the reason why. |
| J16 |
Studies with fat cells suggest that resveratrol may help combat obesity. |
| J16 |
Etanercept slows cyst formation in a mouse model of PKD via inhibiting TNF-alpha. |
| J13 |
Senate Republicans block debate on Baucus bill, that would have delayed Medicare payment cuts. |
| J13 |
FDA and EMEA to consider biomarkers of renal injury in animal studies evaluating renal safety of new drugs. |
| J12 |
Baxter avian flu vaccine shows promise in early testing. |
| J12 |
XBP1, stimulated by a high-carb diet, may be a new target for treatment of dyslipidemias. |
| J12 |
Sequential treatment of lupus in women with cyclophosphamide and mycophenolate preserves ovarian function. |
| J12 |
Patch-based vaccine effective against traveler's diarrhea. |
| J12 |
A subgroup of retinal cells linked to circadian cycle resetting and insomnia. |
| J12 |
FDA approves generic form of ramipril made by Lupin pharmaceuticals. |
| J11 |
Vitamin D protects heart-failure-prone rats against heart failure when fed a high-salt diet. |
| J11 |
Lupus more severe, and nephritis more common, in patients with Southern European ancestry. |
| J11 |
Fresenius helps to provide dialysis supplies to China earthquake victims. |
| J11 |
CMS gives researchers access to parts of the Medicare prescription drug benefit database. |
| J11 |
FDA: Concern about potential cancer risk in users of Regranex (becaplermin) gel (used to help heal foot ulcers in diabetics). |
| J11 |
ANNA releases new editions of its Certification Review Guide and Core Curriculum |
| J11 |
The American Heart Association translates key parts of its website to Spanish, Vietnamese, and simplified Chinese. |
| J11 |
Doctor of nursing practice degree - will this grant clinical privileges similar to that of an MD? |
| J10 |
Rosiglitazone may slow progression of diabetic eye disease. |
| J10 |
Would the proposed Baucus bill threaten smaller dialysis providers? |
| J10 |
Baucus unveils Medicare payment reform legislation that would impact on ESRD reimbursement. |
| J10 |
Study suggests existence of more than one stem cell population in a single organ (intestinal tract) |
| J10 |
One more argument against smoking: Increased risk of age-related hearing loss. |
| J10 |
Etanercept plus exenatide increases efficacy of islet cell transplants over the standard Edmonton protocol. |
| J10 |
Eating diet rich in oily fish associated with markedly reduced risk of age-related macular degeneration. |
| J10 |
Large Australian RCT specifically shows that lowering HbA1C in diabetics to a 6.5% target protects the kidney. |
| J10 |
NEJM: Full text of ADVANCE trial, which showed a benefit of intensive glucose control (HbA1C to 6.5%) |
| J09 |
NEJM: Glycemic control in the ADVANCE vs. ACCORD trials (editorial) |
| J09 |
NEJM: ACCORD trial results published (full text): Intensive blood glucose lowering in diabetes may worsen outcomes. |
| J09 |
Myeloma drug Velcade (bortezomib) shows promise in treating lupus in an animal model. |
| J09 |
Observational study associated low 25-D levels with poor CV outcomes in peritoneal dialysis patients. |
| J09 |
High blood levels of 25-vitamin D may increase risk of aggressive prostate cancer. |
| J09 |
VA diabetes trial reports at ADA. Lowering HbA1c below 7% associated with a trend for improved CV outcomes. |
| J09 |
115 year old woman found to have essentially normal brain on autopsy, with no evidence of Alzheimer's disease. |
| J09 |
Search abstracts being presented at the 2008 American Diabetes Association meeting. |
| J09 |
Study suggests benefits of a short nap for night-shift healthcare workers. |
| M21 |
Former Amgen executive Dr. Robert Brenner moves to AMAG. |
| M21 |
Modest red wine (but not beer) ingestion actually may lower risk of NAFLD - non-alcoholic fatty liver disease. |
| M21 |
Protein structure is deciphered of steap3, a protein that regulates iron absorption in the gut. |
| M21 |
Denosumab (target of which is RANK ligand) increases bone mineral density more than continued alendronate treatment in postmenopausal women. |
| M20 |
Small adrenal masses found incidentally on computed tomography almost exclusively benign. |
| M20 |
NEJM: Palevsky-VA/NIH study shows that daily HD or more intense CRRT of no benefit in acute kidney injury |
| M20 |
Investigation into dialysis center deaths focuses on temporary use of 1.0 K dialysate concentrate. |
| M20 |
Google health now accepting patient information. |
| M19 |
Results VA/NIH study on dialysis dose in acute kidney injury to be presented tomorrow, May 20th, in Toronto at ATS2008. |
| M19 |
A new discovery regarding pathogenesis of lupus - abnormal editing of genes. |
| M19 |
Vaccine targeting amyloid beta protein prevents Alzheimer's disease in mice. |
| M19 |
Silver-coated endotracheal tube use dramatically reduces resistant infections in ICU patients. |
| M19 |
Protein that mimics phagocyte defensins effective against resistant bacteria on in vitro testing. |
| M19 |
Two California patients may have been rejected for liver transplant because of medical marijuana use. |
| M19 |
Breast cancer risk gene BRCA2 now also tied to prostate cancer risk. |
| M19 |
American Society of Hypertension Annual Meeting (May 14-17) - abstracts at this link |
| M19 |
Capsaicin plus a derivative of lidocaine cause pain relief without numbness. Will it work for cannulation pain? |
| M19 |
Sports utility vehicle crashes into University of Kansas dialysis center. |
| M19 |
Didusch center historical exhibit on Women Healers (7.5 mb .pdf file) |
| M18 |
Nephrology nurse practitioner and physician assistant meeting to be held July 17-18 in Arlington, VA. |
| M18 |
Didusch center for urologic history collections |
| M18 |
New superdrug may be useful against MRSA superbugs. |
| M17 |
FDA issues warning about birth defects in infants when mother took mycophenolate (MMF) during pregnancy. |
| M17 |
Is marrying your first cousin truly dangerous in terms of offspring? A critical examination of the data. |
| M17 |
FDA convenes to examine impact of direct-to-consumer pharmaceutical, and now, medical device, advertising. |
| M17 |
Patient deaths at dialysis unit may have been caused by an employee with criminal intent. |
| M17 |
Former head of UCLA cadaver program indicted for selling body parts on the side, profiting directly from sales. |
| M16 |
Everolimus significantly delays progression of kidney cancer. |
| M16 |
View abstracts, posters being presented at the American Urologic Association annual meeting, May 17-22. |
| M16 |
Lymphocytic choriomeningitis Virus (LCMV) - infected transplant organs cause 1 death and 1 serious injury at Boston-area hospital. |
| M16 |
Heparin-coated thoracic drainage catheters being recalled because of OSCS contamination. |
| M16 |
MMWR: CDC recommends herpes zoster vaccine for all persons over age 60. |
| M16 |
Is on-line hemodiafiltration finally coming to the U.S.? |
| M16 |
Small molecule found that can disassemble amyloid proteins associated with Alzheimer's disease. |
| M16 |
MIT research team crafts films resistant to bacterial adhesion. |
| M16 |
New NHANES analysis finds CV mortality increased in patients following a lower salt intake. |
| M16 |
Local injection of muscle-derived autologous stem cells helps restore continence post-prostatectomy. |
| M15 |
Lower-dose tissue plasminogen activator treatment improves survival in patients with hemorrhagic stroke. |
| M15 |
Canadian scientists discover how tuberculosis bacteria evade destruction by macrophages. |
| M15 |
AFP Pharma raises price of heparin. Cost of a typical dialysis treatment will go up by a half-dollar. |
| M15 |
Fluvastatin found to markedly lower viral load in hepatitis C. |
| M15 |
Biopterin derivative may be effective treatment for severe heart failure. |
| M15 |
University of New Hampshire group enhances the immunomodulatory effects of IVIG by modifying its sialic acid residues |
| M14 |
Yale scientists isolate estrogen-like substance secreted by osteoblasts. |
| M14 |
Dialysis access consortium trial results (clopidogrel) published in JAMA: less clotting, but no difference re AVF usability. |
| M13 |
Kidney market shut as Pakistan cuts supply. |
| M13 |
NxStage reports that it was able to double number of home dialysis patients in past year. |
| M13 |
Abstracts from 2008 Asian Pacific Congress of Nephrology at this link. |
| M13 |
Preop beta blockers reduce heart attack risk but markedly increase total mortality. |
| M13 |
Texting kids to take their medicine may increase compliance. |
| M13 |
Prism eyeglasses expand view for patients with stroke-induced hemianopia. |
| M12 |
Should the NKF KDOQI staging system for CKD be modified? |
| M12 |
CPR rescuers do not need to stop compression while administering defibrillator shocks. |
| M12 |
Preeclampsia-like condition develops in mice with knockout of catechol-O-methyltransferase (COMT) gene |
| M12 |
U.S. Health Secretary: Chinese heparin now should be safe. |
| M12 |
Ultraviolet light reflecting lotion used to assess thoroughness of cleaning of toilets in a hospital setting. |
| M12 |
Searchable link to ERA-EDTA 2008 abstracts |
| M12 |
ERA-EDTA Congress in Stockholm - day by day highlights. |
| M09 |
FDA reissues heparin alert, since contaminated heparin still stocked in a number of hospitals. |
| M09 |
Int Soc Hemodialysis to present 2008 award to Dr. Bernard Charra in Vincenza, June 3-6. |
| M09 |
DaVita Clinical Research completes record number of trials in 2007 |
| M09 |
Darapladib lowers the activity of inflammatory enzyme associated with vascular plaque. |
| M09 |
Computer gaming approach may help solve protein folding and structure problems. |
| M09 |
Acrylamide intake associated with risk of kidney cancer. |
| M08 |
Dr. Marmot honored as recipient of Baxter-funded health services research prize for his work describing links between heart failure and socioeconomic status. |
| M07 |
New hospital superbug to worry about: Stenotrophomonas maltophilia |
| M07 |
Being multilingual associated with improved cognition at advanced age. |
| M07 |
Polymer coated artificial nanoworms circulate for hours, evading the immune system, and could be used to attack tumor cells. |
| M07 |
S100A1 protein found in heart, blood vessels; linked to heart damage and to hypertension. |
| M07 |
JASN: Calcitriol associated with a lower mortality in pre-ESRD patients. |
| M07 |
Women at high risk for CV events are not benefitted by homocysteine-lowering regimen of B vitamins (JAMA). |
| M07 |
Incenter nocturnal dialysis offered at FMC Savannah unit in the news. |
| M06 |
Abbott launches investigator-initiated grant program focusing on nonclassical actions of vitamin D receptors: App deadline June 30.. |
| M06 |
PNAS: Erythropoietin promoter polymorphisms associated with diabetic retinopathy and progression to ESRD. |
| M05 |
CJASN July preview: Niacinamide effective as a phosphate binder. |
| M05 |
The leader of the MIT team who helped solve the heparin contamination mystery. |
| M05 |
ASN Renal Week abstract archives 2003-2006 now available on-line in .pdf format. |
| M05 |
National Physician Identifier number must be used on insurance claim forms to get paid after May 23rd. |
| M05 |
FDA Study: Injuries and deaths linked to insulin pump use in teens. |
| M04 |
Give young persons 50,000 dollars to donate a kidney? Skeptics fear abuse and exploitation. |
| M04 |
Study suggests that the number of fat cells is set for life at adolescence, without change during dieting or weight gain. |
| M04 |
Nature genetics: More obesity genes found |
| M02 |
NIDDK starts funding investigator-initiated multicenter studies using a 2-part process (U34 and U01). |
| M02 |
New ACE 2 activator compounds lower blood pressure in rats and also reduce cardiac and renal fibrosis. |
| M02 |
Virginia patient bleeds to death during dialysis due to disconnected bloodline tubing. |
| M02 |
Protozoans may ingest E. Coli, and carry them on the surface of vegetables like spinach and lettuce. |
| M01 |
Both houses of Congress now have passed GINA - genetic anti-discrimination bill. Bush says he will sign it. |
| M01 |
MMWR: Acute renal failure associated with cosmetic soft tissue filler injections. |
| M01 |
AAKP urges Congress to support bill providing immunosuppressive drug coverage for transplant recipients. |
| M01 |
AAKP urgers Senator Kerry to support pilot home hemodialysis program. |
| M01 |
Obesity linked to heart failure and inflammatory mediator elevation in observational study. |
| A30 |
Rash of unexpected deaths at dialysis facility prompt investigation. |
| A30 |
Looking for a job? The FDA plans to hire 1300 people in the near future. |
| A30 |
Robotic wheelchair uses lasers to dock with cars. |
| A30 |
Silver nanoparticles may be harmful to the environment if allowed to enter waste water system. |
| A30 |
Yale research supports fusion theory of cancer cell with white blood cell in initiating metastasis. |
| A30 |
Ranibizumab better than laser photocoagulation for diabetic macular edema. |
| A30 |
Scientists synthesize molecule capable of releasing hydrogen sulfide over extended periods - possible role in donor organ preservation? |
| A29 |
UCLA hospital employee charged with selling medical record info on celebrities to news outlet; may face 10 years in prison. |
| A29 |
Rituxan fails as lupus treatment in controlled trial. |
| A29 |
High blood theobromine levels (presumably from eating chocolate) may protect against pre-eclampsia. |
| A29 |
The Philippines bans kidney transplant tourism. |
| A29 |
JCEM study shows that trifusal, a salicylate-like drug, increases insulin secretion in obese non-diabetics. |
| A29 |
Families, CEOs, to testify before Congress on tainted heparin. |
| A29 |
Jund, a gene that regulates activity of macrophages, linked to kidney inflammation. |
| A29 |
Thiazolidinediones (glitazones) may increase fracture risk in diabetics. |
| A28 |
List of journals that submit manuscripts to PubMedCentral on behalf of their authors (no KI, JASN, nor AJKD) |
| A28 |
NIH: How to comply with the new NIH public access policy (for grants signed after April 7, 2008). |
| A28 |
AAMC taskforce frowns on free pizzas for medical school lunch gatherings, and faculty participation in pharma speaker bureaus. |
| A28 |
New JAMA study to highlight CV risk of blood substitutes; FDA under renewed pressure. |
| A28 |
Interview with Fresenius chief executive Ulf Schneider: More acquisitions envisioned; mum on Baxter takeover rumor. |
| A28 |
Hypertension seen in the emergency department frequently misattributed to trauma, stress, and not followed up. |
| A28 |
Gene therapy improves vision in patient with Lebers congenital amaurosis. |
| A28 |
FDA approves Relistor (methylnaltrexone) for opioid-induced constipation. |
| A28 |
Am J Med supplement (May, free full text) focuses on computer-assisted diagnosis and errors in diagnosis by physicians. |
| A25 |
Lancet Inf Dis: Five percent of health care workers have MRSA. |
| A25 |
Sanofi-Aventis pulls certain batches of heparin that may have OSCS impurity. |
| A25 |
First ever activator of ENAC sodium channel developed. |
| A25 |
US Senate unanimously passes anti-discrimination bill relating to genetic information. |
| A24 |
GAO says that FDA lacks resources to inspect non-US drug suppliers; only 8% are being inspected now. |
| A24 |
Long-term, low dose peginterferon therapy helps patients with chronic hepatitis C. |
| A24 |
FDA approve alternate-source latex for gloves that may be less allergenic |
| A23 |
Nature Biotechnology: Full text of article describing characterization and detection of oversulfated chondroitin sulfate in heparin. |
| A23 |
MIT led teams unravel heparin deaths mystery |
| A23 |
NEJM paper (full text) describes mechanism of how oversulfated chondroitin sulfate can cause anaphylaxis. |
| A23 |
Genzyme to build new research and development center in Beijing. |
| A23 |
Menstrual blood found to be a source of stem cells. |
| A23 |
Some compounds in Chinese bitter melon identified with activity against diabetes. |
| A23 |
High adiponectin levels linked to kidney dysfunction and albuminuria. |
| A23 |
FDA: Fatal hypoglycemia due to maltose-containing immune globulin causing erroneous blood glucose readings. |
| A23 |
CARE-2 study published on-line in AJKD. CAC progression with calcium acetate plus atorvastatin similar to sevelamer. |
| A22 |
FDA approves compact heart assist device from Thoratec. |
| A22 |
CMS releases standards for e-prescribing of drugs. |
| A22 |
New nanoparticle-based hydrogel allows orally administered insulin to be absorbed. |
| A21 |
Call for Europe-wide organ donor card |
| A21 |
New book emphasizes potential harm of high-fructose sweeteners. |
| A21 |
FDA: Guidance issued for abbreviated 510K applications for blood tubing sets. |
| A21 |
FDA: Guidance issued regarding IDEs for nocturnal hemodialysis. |
| A21 |
Massachusetts Senate unanimously passes a law banning all pharma gifts to doctors. |
| A21 |
International study of chemicals in urine links blood pressure to diet and gut bacteria. |
| A21 |
FDA and Chinese scientists argue over the root cause of heparin allergic reactions. |
| A21 |
Chocolate lowers LDL cholesterol by 5% in RCT. |
| A21 |
Steven Hebert, renowned Yale nephrologist. In Memoriam |
| A19 |
Democrats propose labeling requirements for food and drugs which would list country of origin. |
| A19 |
Canada bans all plastic baby bottles containing bisphenol A. Will the U.S. follow? |
| A19 |
JAMA report of ghostwritten pharma articles used to oppose FDA policy of loosening restrictions on distribution of articles describing off-label use of drugs. |
| A18 |
Fresenius Medical shares rise on earnings, speculation regarding Baxter takeover attempt. |
| A17 |
FDA critical path in process for evaluating biomarkers to detect kidney injury. |
| A17 |
Petsmart sued over hamster infected with lymphocytic choriomeningitis virus blamed in death of 3 transplant patients. |
| A17 |
Robotic micro-tweezers sensitive enough to grasp and move individual cells. |
| A17 |
NEJM sounding board article considers impact of patient controlled health records on medical research. |
| A17 |
Amyotrophic lateral sclerosis (ALS) linked to formaldehyde exposure. |
| A17 |
Low serum 25D levels associated with incrased peripheral arterial disease risk. |
| A16 |
HDCN: Pre-ESRD Mineral Disorder (ASN CNC); Interventional nephrology Part One (ASN-PGE); RRI 2008 meeting Part Two; NNJ CE articles (2); NSF articles; Dialysate glucose. |
| A16 |
Meta-analysis suggests that beta-carotene, vitamin A, and vitamin E may actually reduce survival. |
| A16 |
Advanced practice nurses seek wider scope in 24 states. |
| A15 |
Court documents reveal extensive ghostwriting of medical articles by a pharmaceutical company. |
| A15 |
Vitamin D supplementation effective in relieving neuropathic pain in type 2 diabetes. |
| A15 |
FDA warns of selenium, chromium poisoning associated with health supplements. |
| A15 |
Archives Int Med: Loop diuretics associated with lower bone density in men. |
| A15 |
Salmonellosis associated with Malt-O-Meal cereal ingestion. |
| A15 |
FDA announces recall of two dietary supplements found to contain aristolochic acid. |
| A15 |
CMS adopts 26 new CPMs effective April 1, 2008 |
| A15 |
Nurses' Health Study shows that women who follow DASH - type diet have lower risk of heart attack. |
| A14 |
Human vascular system grown in mice. Potential applications for organogenesis. |
| A14 |
Exercise doubles growth rate of human prostate cancer cell tumors implanted into mice. |
| A14 |
Cannulation of AV fistula: Web CME program by Fistula First.org |
| A13 |
Genetic mutation causes iron-resistant iron-deficiency anemia by turning on hepcidin. |
| A12 |
Admissions clerk at New York hospital charged with identity theft; sold data on 50,000 patients. |
| A12 |
Germany eases law on stem cells. |
| A12 |
Cited Arizona dialysis clinic institutes corrective measures. |
| A12 |
Genzyme recalls selected lots of thymoglobulin as a precaution; excessively cloudy on reconstitution. |
| A12 |
Once yearly zoledronic acid increases lumbar spine density by 4% in glucocorticoid-induced osteoporosis patients; better than risedronate |
| A12 |
Artificial reef approach to strengthening bone. |
| A12 |
Alginate-coated pancreatic beta cells from fetal pigs transplanted into 4 diabetics with mixed results. |
| A12 |
Fourteen physicians not involved in Britney Spears' case peeked at her records. |
| A11 |
ANNA: Controversies series - should patients be allowed to eat during dialysis? |
| A11 |
Shire Pharma launches On Track phosphate binder adherence toolkit. |
| A11 |
Drug companies and device makers to voluntarily reveal CME grants to physicians. |
| A10 |
Fresenius in talks to buy Italian group Sorin's renal care business. |
| A10 |
Department of Defense offers Translational Medical Research Award - RFP. |
| A10 |
FDA communication regarding CellCept and Myfortic (mycophenolate) - ongoing safety review. |
| A10 |
FDA notice regarding investigation of mycophenolate mofetil regarding progressive multifocal leukoencephalopathy. |
| A09 |
NEJM: ACEI = ARB, and ACEI + ARB no better than either ACEI or ARB, in high risk patients with diabetes or vascular disease. |
| A09 |
Two enzymes associated with acetylation linked to heart muscle contraction. |
| A09 |
JASN early release: Raloxifene increases bone mineral density in CKD patients. |
| A09 |
Of 102 deaths due to tainted heparin, only 4 were using heparin made by Baxter. |
| A09 |
New Lifton study shows that some Bartter and Gitelman mutation heterozygotes are not rare, and are protected against hypertension. |
| A09 |
JAMA RCT shows American Indian tye 2 diabetics with LDL lowered to 70 have lower carotid IMT and LV mass than those with LDL lowered to 100. |
| A08 |
FDA raises death estimate due to tainted heparin to 62 cases from 19. |
| A08 |
Non-Hodgkins lymphoma transmitted to 4 patients via organ donation. |
| A08 |
After rejection by the US FDA, Antigenics kidney cancer vaccine approved for use in Russia. |
| A08 |
Slight modification to atrial fibrillation surgery improves the results. |
| A08 |
American Heart Association issues new guidelines for treatment of resistant hypertension. |
| A07 |
Fresenius announces appeal of Baxter touch-screen patent infringement case, develops a back-up interface design. |
| A07 |
New antimicrobial proteins identified in alligator blood |
| A07 |
Cystic fibrosis linked to elevated lung cell pH, dysregulation of ceramide metabolism. |
| A07 |
Mud bath clays may be useful to treat MRSA skin infections. |
| A06 |
Second Annual Conference on Nephrogenic Systemic Fibrosis at Yale, May 10, 2008, New Haven, CT. |
| A06 |
Teriparatide (Forteo) gets European regulatory approval for treatment of glucocorticoid-induced osteoporosis. |
| A06 |
Fresenius loses patent suit brought by Baxter - ordered to stop selling its 2000K dialysis machines in U.S. by Jan 2009. |
| A04 |
Transplant ethics conference begins in Chicago (April 4-6). |
| A04 |
AMAG Pharma presents data on new iron supplement at NKF Spring Clinical Meeting. |
| A04 |
Affymax presents Phase 2 Hematide data at NKF Spring Clinical Meeting in Dallas. |
| A04 |
MMWR: Transplantation transmitted tuberculosis. |
| A04 |
BCG vaccine reverses type 1 diabetes in mice; now a clinical trial is underway. |
| A04 |
Compliance with NIH public access policy for published articles stemming from NIH-funded research. |
| A03 |
New conditions for CMS coverage (.pdf file) |
| A03 |
CMS releases new conditions for coverage of ESRD care. |
| A03 |
Daily dose of caffeine protects rabbit brains from high serum cholesterol. |
| A03 |
Baxter faces increasing number of lawsuits over tainted heparin. |
| A03 |
New Merck heart failure drug rolofylline gives encouraging results in Phase III trial. |
| A03 |
Court rejects U.S. Patent Office's new rules limiting the number of claims. |
| A03 |
More heparin recalls: Covidien pre-filled syringes. |
| A03 |
JASN review article in the news: Questions the health benefits of drinking lots of water. |
| A02 |
DaVita CMO Charles McAllister, MD, to retire. |
| A02 |
Treating hypertension in patients more than 80 years of age reduces death rate by 20%. |
| A02 |
Adenosine receptor antagonist shows promise in heart failure. |
| A02 |
ExoSeal vascular plug reduces bleeding after arterial catheterization. |
| A02 |
Iodixanol (Visipaque) no better in terms of contrast nephropathy for PCI. |
| A01 |
Should black box warnings on ultrasound contrast agents be reconsidered? |
| A01 |
Bacteriophage-bonded surfaces used in wound dressings to decontaminate MRSA. |
| M31 |
More good data about pioglitazone suggesting reduction of atherosclerosis. |
| M31 |
Kidney with malignant tumor removed trans-vaginally, leaving no scar. |
| M31 |
Six new genetic variants associated with type 2 diabetes. |
| M31 |
Mysterious periodic fevers in children cured by tonsillectomy. |
| M30 |
NEJM: Ezetemibe lowers LDL cholesterol when added to simvastatin, but no effects on carotid artery thickness. |
| M30 |
Course for Renal Fellows: Origins of Renal Physiology, Sept. 14-20, 2008, Salisbury Cove, Maine. |
| M28 |
MMWR: Discharge diagnosis of kidney disease for hospitalizations increased fourfold between 1980 and 2005. |
| M28 |
Robots used as patient simulators in Johns Hopkins medical training center. |
| M28 |
Normal weight (BMI) obesity linked to metabolic syndrome. |
| M27 |
Keryx ends development of sulodexide after negative trial results. |
| M27 |
U.S. judge seeks expert advice on Amgen-Roche license. |
| M27 |
Pretreating animals with high-dose folate lowers infarct size. |
| M27 |
NEJM: Prognostic value of coronary artery calcium content confirmed in large study. |
| M27 |
NEJM: Diaphragm atrophy begins within 18 hours of mechanical ventilation. |
| M26 |
Chinese folk remedy vegetable, bitter melon, contains compounds that activate AMPK, similar to metformin. |
| M25 |
European nations recall heparin; safety of alternative heparin supply called into question. |
| M25 |
Archives study emphasizes heritability of early-onset hypertension in men. |
| M25 |
Archives paper highlights renal failure risk of oral phosphate colonoscopy preps. |
| M25 |
MRI staging related to prognosis in prostate cancer patients treated by radiotherapy. |
| M25 |
Australian agencies aggressively recruiting nurses in the UK. |
| M25 |
Inhaled hydrogen sulfide gas induces hypometabolic state in animal model. |
| M24 |
California transplant surgeon awaits trial over allegedly overprescribing pain medicines for dying organ donor. |
| M22 |
Heparin supplied by B. Braun also affected by allergic contaminant problem. |
| M21 |
Cato Institute releases study on compensated living kidney donor program in Iran. |
| M20 |
JASN Express: Remission clinic targetting proteinuria with multidrug therapy markedly slows rate of CKD progression. |
| M20 |
Vitamin C recycling in human red cells explained via glut-1. |
| M20 |
Insulin affects lifespan of C. elegans via inhibition of SKN-1. |
| M20 |
More on the heparin contaminant story: Intentional adulteration with animal cartilage most likely explanation. |
| M20 |
Two week old blood associated with adverse outcomes when transfused. |
| M19 |
Update: Court sends Roche/Amgen patent dispute back to the International Trade Commission. |
| M19 |
Roche agrees to pay Amgen 22.5 percent royaty on Mircera sales in the U.S. |
| M19 |
New camera with multiple lenses will be able to take detailed 3-D photographs. |
| M19 |
FDA identifies heparin contaminant as chemically altered chondroitin sulfate. |
| M19 |
Want to develop more upscale interests and tastes? Get a kidney transplant from a snob :-). |
| M19 |
Colorectal cancer cells found to produce hepcidin. |
| M17 |
Dynamis Therapeutics announces discovery of new class of RAGE inhibitors. |
| M17 |
Study to evaluate effects of 4,000 IU vitamin D on patients adopting watchful waiting with early prostate cancer. |
| M16 |
Blood vessel protein Robo4 reverses diabetic and age-related macular degeneration in mouse model. |
| M15 |
Bile acid derivatives shown to strongly activate the VDR receptor without increasing calcium. |
| M15 |
PR, QRS, and QT intervals on ECG are increased in apparently normal elderly persons over age 80. |
| M14 |
FDA says that heparin contaminant is close to being identified. |
| M14 |
FDA orders that all imported heparin be stopped at the border for testing. |
| M14 |
Shire shares soar on Pfizer bid rumors. |
| M14 |
Soy compound genistein almost completely stops the spread of prostate cancer in mice. |
| M14 |
MGH study will determine if BCG vaccination halts type 1 diabetes in humans as it does in mice. |
| M13 |
FDA Oncologic Drug Advisory Panel recommends continued indication of ESAs for cancer patients excluding breast and head and neck. |
| M13 |
CMS: Medicare will continue to pay for CT cardiac scans for coronary artery calcification detection. |
| M13 |
JASN early release: Both low and high 1,25 D levels associated with vascular calcification in kids. |
| M13 |
JASN early release: High dose continuous HDF at 35 ml/kg/hr no better than 20 ml/kg/hr. |
| M13 |
German pharma companies ordered to test their heparin stocks for contamination. |
| M12 |
Vitamin D supplements given to children may cut risk of subsequent development of type 1 diabetes. |
| M12 |
World Kidney Day You-Tube videos (see end of video for whole panel of related clips) |
| M12 |
Planned U.S. events for World Kidney Day, March 13th. |
| M12 |
Keryx diabetes drug sulodexide fails to achieve primary endpoint in phase III clinical trial. |
| M12 |
New macrophage-related protein implicated in inflammatory disease. |
| M12 |
Uninterrupted chest compressions during CPR by paramedics lead to increased survival. |
| M12 |
Role of women as caregivers highlighted on World Kidney Day (tomorrow). |
| M11 |
FDA advisory committee to meet Thursday to discuss use of ESAs in cancer. |
| M11 |
Creatine found to be neuroprotective in mouse model of perinatal hypoxia. |
| M11 |
Doubts raised over benefits of MRSA screening of hospitalized patients. |
| M11 |
FDA releases briefing document for Oncologic Drug Advisory Committee on ESAs in cancer. |
| M11 |
Eli Lilly follows Pfizer and NovoNordisk in discontinuing inhalable insulin. |
| M11 |
US Postal service issue stamps honoring American scientists. |
| M11 |
Six leading academic institutions release report suggesting that flat NIH funding threatens medical research. |
| M10 |
Mutated thrombin enzyme may be useful to treat heart attacks and strokes. |
| M10 |
Hepatitis cluster prompts Nevada-wide inspection of outpatient surgery units. |
| M10 |
Wall Street Journal highlights Chinese supplier of APP-marketed heparin, which so far is free of allergic side effects. |
| M10 |
Low levels of PYY, a food-induced gut hormone, may be an early marker for type 2 diabetes. |
| M10 |
Baxter foundation contributes 53 million dollars in 2007 to worthwhile causes. |
| M10 |
FDA plans to ease restrictions on dissemination of reprints by pharma involving off-label usage of drugs. |
| M10 |
Gene associated with uric acid transport, blood fructose level, linked to risk of gout. |
| M10 |
With increase in availability from alternative sources, Baxter recalls all heparin products. |
| M09 |
APP Pharma takes over the heparin market in the U.S. |
| M09 |
AP probe find very low concentrations of many drugs in drinking water. |
| M08 |
Previously unknown species of bacteria found to contaminate hairspray. |
| M08 |
Ortho Biotech and Amgen modify black box ESA warnings to reflect DVT, tumor progression risk. |
| M08 |
Update on German heparin allergic reactions investigation. Other European countries may not be affected. |
| M07 |
Bill to encourage e-prescribing for Medicare-reimbursed encounters likely to pass this year. |
| M07 |
Sewage-based fertilizer contaminated with thallium, PCBs. |
| M07 |
Angiotensin vaccine moderately effective in lowering blood pressure |
| M07 |
German firm (Rotexmedica) recalling heparin with China link due to allergic reactions. |
| M06 |
7th Annual Prevention in Renal Disease Conference, Toronto, Sept. 19-20, 2008. |
| M06 |
Kidney Community Emergency Response Coalition website |
| M06 |
More on the heparin contaminant in Baxter's product line - still unidentified. |
| M06 |
Dr. Robert Star named as new Head of the KUH Division at NIDDK. |
| M06 |
Lupus foundation sponsored webchat about lupus and kidney disease scheduled for Wednesday, March 14th. |
| M06 |
Cannabinoid receptor blocker rimonabant prevents ethanol-induced fatty liver in mice. |
| M06 |
Genzyme launches Renvela(TM) - sevelamer carbonate - in the United States. |
| M06 |
Fresenius invests 36 million euro to increase production of dialyzer components. |
| M06 |
Massachusetts Blues health plan concludes that EMRs for physician offices may not be cost-effective. |
| M05 |
Las Vegas endoscopy clinic responsible for spreading hepatitis C after reusing syringes, allegedly to cut costs. |
| M05 |
Massachusetts may ban drug industry freebies for docs. |
| M05 |
JAMA: Flat or depressed lesions on colonoscopy hard to detect, but are most often malignant. |
| M05 |
Supreme court votes 4 vs. 4 regarding pharma immunity from product liability for FDA-approved prescription drugs. |
| M05 |
FDA finds possible contaminant in Baxter heparin. |
| M05 |
A mystery: why does gastric bypass improve type 2 diabetes even without weight loss? |
| M05 |
The source of blood stem cells found - it's the placenta. |
| M05 |
Oxalobacter formigines bacteria in the gut mean lower risk of stones. |
| M05 |
Sensor necklace and magnetic trace additive to pills might be used to track medication compliance in clinical trials. |
| M04 |
ASN: March issue of the Renal Policy Express available on-line. |
| M04 |
JASN: Humes' tubular assist device lowers mortality in AKI. |
| M04 |
Activating PPAR-delta suppresses inflammation in vascular tissues. |
| M04 |
Magnetic levitation gives computer users sense of touch. |
| M04 |
PPAR-gamma knockout mice show hypertension and severe vascular dysfunction. |
| M04 |
Retinopathy may begin at lower blood glucose levels than expected. |
| M04 |
CAPON gene linked to QT interval and heart rhythm abnormalities. |
| M03 |
Despite advantages, home dialysis slow to grow. |
| M01 |
Japan looks to a future full of robots. |
| M01 |
TRIM22 gene blocks HIV infection completely in cell culture. |
| M01 |
Stress, high gas prices lead to domestic violence in couple with wife on dialysis. |
| M01 |
Screening test for CKD (SCORED) developed by Cornell and UNC Chapel Hill outperforms NKF KEEP approach. |
| F29 |
Heparin may be tied to more deaths. |
| F29 |
Judge temporarily bans Roche anemia drug in the United States. |
| F29 |
2008 Annual Dialysis Conference begins tomorrow. Abstracts available at this link. |
| F29 |
Vitamin E ingestion linked to increased risk of lung cancer. |
| F28 |
Google. reveals plans for its health database. |
| F28 |
Baxter recalls remaining lots of heparin. |
| F28 |
Incenter nocturnal dialysis becoming more popular in Florida. |
| F28 |
Stat5 protein linked to spread of metastatic prostate cancer. |
| F28 |
Making heparin is like making sausage. You don't want to know too much about the details. |
| F27 |
Supreme Court hears arguments as to whether pharma companies should be protected from torts when a drug has been approved by the FDA. |
| F27 |
Chewing gum after bowel surgery shortens duration of post-operative ileus. |
| F27 |
Addition of alpha-1-antitrypsin to 3-drug cocktail cures type 1 diabetes in mouse model. |
| F27 |
Plasma endoglin levels help identify lymph node metastasis in prostate cancer. |
| F27 |
African American teenagers show a high prevalence of microalbuminuria. |
| F27 |
Up to 20% of persons taking aspirin show no effect on their platelet function. |
| F26 |
JAMA: Meta-analysis finds increased risk of death and venous thrombosis with ESA use in cancer patients. |
| F26 |
Diazyme introduces new assay for cystatin C. |
| F26 |
Dr. Jones of Kidney Care Partners issues response to CMS proposal to bundle ESRD payments. |
| F26 |
Heart attack rates fall in France following institution of national smoking ban in public places. |
| F26 |
Study shows that robotic dog alleviates loneliness in nursing home patients as well as a real dog. |
| F26 |
Toremifene reduces fracture rate, and reduces dyslipidemia associated with androgen deprivation therapy for prostate cancer. |
| F26 |
WHO survey reveals that prevalence of multidrug resistant tuberculosis cases at new high. |
| F26 |
FDA: Medication guide must be given to patients with each rosiglitazone (Avandia) prescription. |
| F25 |
AJKD editorial: Need for placebo controlled trials in ESA use. |
| F25 |
AJKD editorial: Phosphate binder choice in dialysis patients: Critical evidence vs. marketing |
| F23 |
Are medical records stored by Google or Microsoft subject to HIPAA? |
| F23 |
Arbios gets conditional approval from FDA to test artificial liver device |
| F23 |
Dialysis patients caught when insurers refuse to pay for out-of-network dialysis. |
| F23 |
New techniques overcome computer disc encryption - especially on laptops. |
| F23 |
New techniques for detecting air bubbles in blood vessels. |
| F23 |
U.S. legislators ready to legislate regarding heparin allergic reactions, even before the cause has been found. |
| F23 |
Making heparin is a dirty job |
| F21 |
Commonwealth Fund prepares report detailing extent of e-health activities across the U.S. |
| F21 |
Google partners with the Cleveland Clinic to store patient health records on-line. |
| F21 |
Shire reports results for Q4 and 2007. |
| F21 |
Study suggests that Medicare part D patients use more cardioprotective drugs after MI and live longer. |
| F21 |
Mircera patent battle between Roche and Amgen heats up; Amgen rejects 20% royalty payment offer. |
| F21 |
NEJM: Acute hepatitis E identified as cause of chornic disease in 14 transplant patients. |
| F21 |
Baxter, but not the FDA, had inspected the Chinese manufacturing plant supplying its heparin. |
| F21 |
Coated silica particles filter out bacteria, viruses, and toxins from water. |
| F21 |
Salt-rich diet linked to obesity in children via sugar-containing soft drink consumption. |
| F21 |
Computer technology allows fourth grader to participate in class virtually while on dialysis at the Cleveland Clinic. |
| F21 |
Arrest of Amit Kumar spotlights corrupt transplant tourism industry in southeast Asia. |
| F21 |
Insulin-secreting beta cells created from stem cells. |
| F20 |
Supreme Court decision shields medical device makers from lawsuits. |
| F20 |
JAMA: Metaanalysis shows that intermittent dialysis and CRRT for ARF lead to similar outcomes |
| F20 |
AMAG submits NDA to FDA for ferumoxytol. |
| F20 |
New mechanism of hypoxia-induced blood vessel growth identified. |
| F20 |
Fresenius reports Q4 and 2007 financial results. Revenues grow for both products and services. |
| F20 |
Full CMS report to Congress on proposed bundled ESRD payment system (.pdf) |
| F20 |
CMS reports to Congress on a fully bundled payment system for ESRD. |
| F20 |
Satellite Healthcare researchers to present data at upcoming Annual Dialysis Conference. |
| F20 |
Deficiency of CD36 receptor in an animal model linked to pathology typical of dry-type macular degeneration. |
| F20 |
New study confirms increased risk of kidney failure and mortality with aprotinin. |
| F20 |
HbA1c test falsely low in dialysis patients due to short RBC survival; glycated albumin better reflects glucose exposure. |
| F19 |
FDA confused by Chinese names of heparin suppliers: Misidentified supplier of Baxter heparin. |
| F19 |
Baxter rival APP steps in quicklyl to supply heparin to dialysis clinics. |
| F19 |
Annals: Meta-analysis supports use of acetylcysteine prophylaxis prior to giving radiocontrast. |
| F18 |
Fresenius interested in acquiring hospitals and other small businesses. |
| F16 |
FDA issues draft guidelines for comment to Pharma about distributing reprints describing off-label usage of drugs. |
| F16 |
Baxter heparin case calls attention to Chinese chemical companies supplying drug raw materials with minimal regulation. |
| F16 |
Promising early data from another prostate cancer vaccine trial. |
| F16 |
More on this year's flu strains and vaccine mismatch. |
| F16 |
Flu season has started; variants often impervious to this year's vaccine and more are resistant to Tamiflu. |
| F15 |
P110 delta a key molecule in allergic reactions. |
| F15 |
Some cholesterol synthesis inhibitors also block Staph. aureus pigment synthesis, rendering the germ less pathogenic. |
| F15 |
Level of airborne particulates affects microvascular function. |
| F14 |
Three Cornell NY dialysis units show markedly lower mortality after adopting MIQS electronic medical record system (.pdf) |
| F14 |
International study of tight glucose control shows no evidence of increased death risk - contradicts US study |
| F14 |
Probiotics protect top athletes. |
| F14 |
Investigation into Baxter heparin focusing on Chinese supplier |
| F13 |
India in the middle of a catastrophic smoking epidemic |
| F13 |
More centers offering 3x/week nocturnal dialysis in-center. |
| F13 |
Genzyme reports fourth quarter and 2007 full year results |
| F13 |
University of Groningen study (PREVEND) emphasizes utility of treating hypertension in proteinuric patients. |
| F13 |
That's the man who stole my kidney! |
| F13 |
UK's National Health Service approves pancreatic islet cell transplants for type 1 DM. |
| F13 |
Genomic studies suggest that CETP (cholesteryl ester transferase protein) mutants protected against coronary effects of cigarette smoking. |
| F12 |
Interest mounts for breath tests to detect cancer and other diseases. |
| F12 |
Baxter provides update on heparin reactions. |
| F12 |
Embryonic stem cells can be used to create fully functioning immune cells. |
| F12 |
Allergic reactions associated with Baxter heparin may lead to shortage |
| F12 |
NxStage revenues increase, but so do losses; stock falls on release of quarterly report. |
| F12 |
New blood test claims to identify pre-eclampsia reliably. |
| F12 |
Nocturnal noises raise blood pressure in sleeping subjects. |
| F11 |
Declining coronary artery disease rates made a U-turn in 2000, and now are rising. |
| F11 |
Reversible, but substantial, memory problems in a subset of women taking Lipitor. |
| F11 |
FDA approves first generic versions of alendronate (Fosamax) |
| F11 |
Baxter halts production of multidose heparin vials due to allergic reactions; FDA urges caution in using existing stocks. |
| F11 |
Integrin receptor linked to HIV infection and replication in the gut. Is a treatment already available? |
| F11 |
New website gives comparative prices of various care packages available in Minnesota |
| F11 |
Very high Ang II levels found in chorionic villi of women with pre-eclampsia. |
| F09 |
Paradigm shift: Non-osmotic, inflammation-generating accumulation of sodium in the skin |
| F09 |
Death of waitress after acute asthmatic attack on entering workplace full of cigarette smoke. |
| F09 |
Calcium channel blocker treatment for HTN associated with 23% lower risk of Parkinson's disease. |
| F08 |
Exercise being prescribed more often for mild depression. |
| F08 |
Mycophenolate mofetil linked to specific birth defects. |
| F08 |
Fugitive doctor, implicated in kidney transplant ring, arrested in Nepal. |
| F08 |
Poor hyperglycemia control downregulates expression of fat-burning gene (diacylglycerol kinase delta) |
| F07 |
Identical twins study shows that obesity and waist size is 77% due to genetic factors. |
| F07 |
FDA warns on adverse effects due to intravenous colchicine. |
| F07 |
NEJM full text of paper describing new arenavirus in patients dying after kidney or liver transplants. |
| F07 |
NEJM: DNA sequencing technology links newly discovered arenavirus to deaths of 3 transplant patients. |
| F07 |
Henry Ford hospital starts trial of gene therapy for intermediate risk prostate cancer. |
| F07 |
Hereditary hemochromatosis gene found to act in the liver via modulating hepcidin production. |
| F06 |
Three companies, one in the US, and two in China, indicted in melamine-adulterated pet food scandal. |
| F06 |
Prostate cancer vaccine begins stage I trials in Australia. |
| F06 |
More on the halted NHLBI diabetes trial arm. Role of rosiglitazone use in the intensive treatment arm unclear. |
| F06 |
NHBLI stops intensive glucose lowering treatment arm of study due to excessive deaths. |
| F06 |
Epidemiology of gut microflora studied at the molecular level. |
| F06 |
Beetroot juice found to lower blood pressure because of its high nitrate content. |
| F05 |
FDA cautions about severe tissue injury after intravenous administration of promethazine (Phenergan). |
| F05 |
Richard Lifton, pioneer in the genetics of hypertension, receives Wiley Prize |
| F05 |
The enabling role of desperate patients highlighted in kidney transplant racket. |
| F05 |
Type 2 muscle fibers, such as those increased by body building, improve metabolic syndrome in an animal model. |
| F04 |
CDC ongoing investigation into heparin anaphylactoid reactions summarized in MMWR |
| F04 |
Roche, after losing patent case, proposes paying royalty to Amgen for Mircera sales. |
| F04 |
interpol looking for Dr. Amit Kumar (associated with Indian kidney theft ring) in Canada. |
| F01 |
U.S. dialysis patient and his wife are detained in India with regard to organ procurement scandal. |
| F01 |
Update on anaphylactoid reactions to Baxter heparin. |
| F01 |
Anti-leishmaniasis drug miltefosine kills HIV-infected macrophages, eliminating one protected site of HIV persistence. |
| F01 |
FDA warns about depressed mood, suicidal ideation in patients taking smoking cessation drug Chantix (varenicline) |
| F01 |
Prostate cancer vaccine shows encouraging trials in mice. |
| J31 |
Sweetened soft drinks and fruit juices linked to increased risk of gout in men. |
| J30 |
Police arrest Indian physician's wife, driver, as they close in on kidney racket that was going on for 9 years. |
| J30 |
Breast size linked to diabetes risk |
| J30 |
Two American dialysis patients detained in India during investigation of organ theft. |
| J29 |
2nd Annual Scientific Symposium on Nephrogenic Systemic Fibrosis and MR Gadolinium-based Contrast |
| J29 |
ANNA National Symposium to highlight innovations in patient care, April 27-30, in Philadelphia. |
| J29 |
BioTrends reports on its survey of changing practice patterns in treating anemia and mineral bone disorder. |
| J29 |
Update: FDA warning on Serratia marcescens contamination of pre-filled heparin syringes. |
| J29 |
Study suggests that overbooking is a good solution to patient no shows for office practice. |
| J29 |
Kidneys removed from poor Indians at gunpoint |
| J29 |
Twins study links telomere shortening and premature ageing to sedentary lifestyle. |
| J29 |
Intravascular thrombolytic therapy effective against deep vein thrombosis. |
| J29 |
Diuretics produce better outcomes than other anti-hypertensive drugs in treating metabolic syndrome. |
| J28 |
Contrarian view regarding vitamin D supplementation |
| J28 |
Cranberries get vote of confidence in prevention of recurrent urinary tract infections (Cochrane review). |
| J28 |
Problem of lifetime health insurance caps (1 or 2 million dollars) in the news, because they now are being exceeded. |
| J28 |
Vytorin lowers cholesterol, but does not impact on endpoints; House asks FDA to reconsidering hard vs. soft endpoints in proving drug value. |
| J28 |
Overzealous Canadian nuclear regulator gets fired for shutting down reactor producing isotopes needed for medical practice. |
| J28 |
More info about the Baxter recall of 1,000 IU/ml heparin vials due to anaphylactoid reactions. |
| J28 |
Need a kidney? Don't become a politician, or you'll run afoul with ethics rules about accepting donations. |
| J28 |
New promising technique uses selectin-coated intravascular probe to collect blood-borne stem cells. |
| J28 |
24-h glucose monitoring suggests that coffee (via caffeine) ingestion worsens glucose control |
| J28 |
Indiana legislature to consider bill affecting insurance company payment for out-of-plan dialysis services. |
| J28 |
Blood levels of organochlorine pesticides linked to type 2 diabetes. |
| J27 |
The story behind Dr. David Sachs and the bone marrow + kidney transplants = tolerance |
| J25 |
Update on Baxter heparin recall - one death may have resulted from first-use type anaphylactic symptoms. |
| J25 |
NEJM: Injecting donor bone marrow results in tolerance to transplanted kidney. |
| J25 |
Australian transplant patient changes blood group, immune system after liver transplant. |
| J25 |
Stem cells found in the pancreas. |
| J25 |
Cox-2 inhibitors can cause arrhythmias by affecting potassium channels in the heart. |
| J24 |
NEJM: Mixed chimerism and tolerance in combined donor bone marrow and kidney transplant recipients. |
| J24 |
NEJM: Renal failure due to oxalosis after 2g/day vitamin C for 3 years in a renal transplant patient. |
| J24 |
New self-centering venous catheter designed by Dr. Ash performs well in preliminary tests. |
| J24 |
U.S. News and World Report ranks best hospitals for kidney care. |
| J24 |
Researchers cast doubt on UK's universal screening program for CKD. |
| J24 |
Baxter achieves record sales and earnings for 2007. |
| J24 |
Multistate outbreak of Salmonellosis linked to exposure to small pet turtles. |
| J24 |
NEJM: Experimental procedure induces tolerance in mismatched kidneys. |
| J23 |
Goal of donor bone marrow stem cell transplantation is to induce tolerance of transplanted kidney. |
| J23 |
1000 Genomes Project announced. Complete human genome sequencing will be done. |
| J23 |
Obesity surgery found to be more effective than diet in curing type 2 diabetes. |
| J22 |
Gene affecting ribosome function found to cause anemia of myelodysplasia. |
| J22 |
Feeding cattle with ethanol distillation by products (distillers grains) increases risk of toxigenic E.Coli colonization. |
| J22 |
Aspirin resistance increases risk of heart attack or stroke. |
| J22 |
FDA approves new bioimpedance-based non-invasive cardiac output monitor. |
| J20 |
NEJM: Association of Systemic Lupus Erythematosus with C8orf13-BLK and ITGAM-ITGAX |
| J20 |
Nature genetics: Abstract link for lupus consortium genome link study |
| J20 |
Nature genetics: International consortium identifies multiple genes linked to lupus in women. |
| J19 |
FDA: First-use syndrome type symptoms due to heparin result in recall of heparin as a precaution (from Baxter). |
| J19 |
Reviewers more likely to accept papers from women authors if their gender is not known. |
| J19 |
Relatives who decline organ donations face conflict and guilt. |
| J19 |
Study finds significant differences among hospital protocols to determine brain death. |
| J18 |
Canadian study suggests drinking 4 liters of water per day can cause proteinuria; reversible when water ingestion reduced. |
| J17 |
Scientists find new genetic mutation that halts development of lupus. |
| J17 |
New polyoma virus associated with deadly form of skin cancer. |
| J16 |
FDA warns of name confusion between two edetate compounds used for chelation. |
| J16 |
Researchers find genes that increase risk of prostate cancer 5-fold or more. |
| J16 |
National Renal Alliance files lawsuit against Blue Cross of Georgia |
| J16 |
Calcium supplements raise risk of heart attacks and stroke in elderly women. |
| J15 |
Monkey malaria widespread in humans in Southeast Asia - potentially fatal. |
| J15 |
Satellite Healthcare names recipients of 2007 Extramural Grants. |
| J15 |
AAKP awards its Medal of Excellence for 2008 to nephrologist Dr. Todd Ing. |
| J15 |
New form of MRSA resistant to more antibiotics, and more aggressive. |
| J15 |
Osteonecrosis risk with oral bisphosphonates - low or high? |
| J15 |
Probiotic lactobacilli can have profound effects on gut microflora, and can affect fat absorption. |
| J15 |
Dietary supplement containing undocumented male hormones can markedly accelerate prostate cancer. |
| J14 |
Incenter nocturnal dialysis growing in popularity and in the news. |
| J14 |
Kidney Care Partners lobbying Congress to raise payments for dialysis. |
| J13 |
Pumping rat heart created by seeding a scaffolding with baby rat myocytes. |
| J11 |
Sorbitol in sugar-free foods and gum, when ingested in high amounts, may cause diarrhea and weight loss. |
| J11 |
Lancet meta-analysis suggests that all diabetics should be on statins. |
| J11 |
Gas6 protein may augment the action of erythropoietin |
| J10 |
International Society for Hemodialysis gives Traiblazer Award to Dr. Jack Cimino. |
| J10 |
DaVita and ediets.com launch CKD meal planning tools. |
| J10 |
Radical nephrectomy for kidney cancer associated with lower surival than limited resection in younger patients. |
| J10 |
Ceramic needles take the sting out of shots. |
| J09 |
Higher cholesterol levels linked to improved muscle mass with exercise in the elderly. |
| J09 |
Cannabinoid receptor blocking drug effective in causing weight loss. |
| J08 |
Risk of cardiovascular events markedly increased when 25-D levels below 15 ng/mL. |
| J07 |
Gambro Healthcare becomes Diaverum, hires new CEO. |
| J07 |
GI study suggests that phosphate-based oral colonoscopy preps may be safe in most patients. |
| J07 |
Oxygen meter molecule, PHD1 knockouts survive hypoxia - potential application to early transplant viability, heart disease |
| J04 |
DaVita and Phoenix-based Southwest Kidney Institute form broad partnership |
| J04 |
U.S doctors prescribe placebos on occasion - now this is in the news. |
| J03 |
FDA receives new data on risks of ESAs in cancer patients, relating to growth rate of certain tumors. |
| J03 |
Four months of hormone therapy delays bone mets in localized prostate cancer. |
| J03 |
Two new RCTs suggest that shorter duration treatment works well for hepatitis C. |
| J02 |
Doctors express empathy in only 15% of visits where empathy would be expected. |
| J02 |
Labeling on adrenaline vials in terms of concentration are confusing, lead to errors. |
| J02 |
FDA clears quick molecular-biology-based blood test for MRSA. |
| J02 |
European study could find no link between non-phenacetin pain killers and ESRD |
| J02 |
Vitamin D2 as effective as Vitamin D3 in maintaining 25-D levels |
| J02 |
Oral bisphosphonate patients not at high risk for jaw necrosis |
| J01 |
Rockwell Medical has great hopes for SFP. |
| J01 |
Lack of deep sleep may increase type 2 diabetes risk. |
| J01 |
Protein identified that is upregulated in resistant prostate cancer. |
| D28 |
Widow sues Air France, claiming that bumping led to death of her husband, who was on dialysis. |
| D28 |
American Diabetes Association comes out in support of lower carbohydrate diets. |
| D27 |
2007: Year in biology and medicine |
| D27 |
South Korean scientists clone mini-pigs for organ transplantation from stem cells. |
| D27 |
Researchers block liver cirrhosis in a mouse model by use of RSK inhibitory peptide which blocks collagen synthesis. |
| D27 |
Bayer recalls certain lots of blood glucose test strips due to overly high readings. |
| D27 |
FDA approves synthetic starch-based volume expander fluid. |
| D27 |
Aspirin increases liver enzymes in patients taking flutamide for prostate cancer. |
| D27 |
Weight-based dosing for ribavirin increases efficacy against hepatitis C. |
| D27 |
New orally active cyanide antidotes discovered. |
| D26 |
FDA: Nationwide recall of pre-filled heparin syringes due to Serratia contamination |
| D26 |
Triglycerids and non-HDL cholesterol linked to risk of stroke. |
| D26 |
All NIH-funded research papers must now be in PubMed Central - it's the law! |
| D25 |
Higher levels of HDL in diabetes may inhibit NO via myristic acid binding - outcome effects unknown. |
| D25 |
Prevalence of diabetes in Dubai reaches 25%. |
| D23 |
World Congress of Nephrology (April 2007) book of abstracts (large file) |
| D21 |
Complement cascade blocker eculuzimab effective against myasthenia gravis in animal model. |
| D21 |
Animal study suggests that EPO may protect hearts against toxicity of anticancer drugs |
| D20 |
FDA issues draft guidelines to industry for reporting adverse events linked to OTC drugs and dietary supplements. |
| D20 |
NEJM: Low-dose tacrolimus regimen in combination with other drugs may have advantages. |
| D19 |
Controlled trial of controlled fluid challenge device (RenalGuard) during contrast infusion to begin. |
| D19 |
Northwestern University gets 700 M royalties for diabetes pain drug patent. |
| D19 |
Advances in PD 2007. Full text online. |
| D19 |
AMAG pharma submits new drug application to FDA for ferumoxytol. |
| D18 |
California House passes bill that would cover 70% of uninsured. |
| D17 |
US House Rep Waxman leaks FDA planned guidance to OK drug company promotion of off-label uses of drugs. |
| D17 |
Drug that stimulates thyroid hormone beta receptors effective in lowering LDL cholesterol |
| D17 |
Annals of Internal Medicine: Vitamin D meta-analysis shows no clear benefit on survival in CKD. |
| D15 |
Scientists seek to help young patient with -locked in syndrome- speak by interpreting brain waves. |
| D15 |
Link to Lancet paper describing prototype and initial testing of wearable artificial kidney. |
| D15 |
Sutent (sunitinib), a cancer-fighting tyrosine kinase inhibitor, associated with cardiac toxicity |
| D15 |
U.S. FDA considers allowing a new group of -behind the counter- drugs to be dispensed with pharmacist approval only. |
| D15 |
U.S. dialysis center revenue grows by 11%, in 2006 vs. 2005, from 11.63 to 12.95 billion dollars per year. |
| D15 |
Dialysis patient dies after being denied boarding on flight from Paris to San Francisco due to overbooking. |
| D14 |
Initial patient proof-of-concept testing of wearable kidney prototype prompts news stories. |
| D14 |
Court-ordered life support for 84-year-old patient raises issue of who decides medical futility. |
| D14 |
FDA warns of serious adverse reactions with iron chelator Exjade. |
| D14 |
January JASN paper reports that PROActive (pioglitazone) associated with lower CV mortality in diabetics. |
| D14 |
Medical transport driver named in lawsuit in dialysis patient death due to fall from wheelchair. |
| D12 |
ASN Renal Week 2007: USRDS posters now available via their website. |
| D12 |
ESRD Network of Texas warns against bacterial buildup in stored vinegar used to descale hemodialysis machines. |
| D12 |
New NIDDK director Rogers shares vision for kidney research. |
| D12 |
More heart risks identified for Avandia. |
| D12 |
Cattle fed with distiller's grain (ethanol byproducts) harbor toxigenic E. Coli. |
| D12 |
Is erythropoietin and anti-depressant? |
| D12 |
New 3-drug combination highly effective in treating multiple myeloma. |
| D11 |
Physicians unaware of guidelines to treat patients with CV risk factors and metabolic syndrome. |
| D11 |
MedPac debate pay changes for doctors, dialysis, home health care. |
| D10 |
Surface led levels found to be high on wires connecting Christmas |
| D10 |
Groundwater contamination with mercury and cadmium in Punjab leading to kidney disease. |
| D10 |
American Hematology Society 2007 abstracts now available. |
| D10 |
Vaccine shows promise in preventing mononucleosis in preliminary study. |
| D10 |
ESAs linked to leukemic transformation in patients with myelofibrosis. |
| D10 |
Mayo Clinic myeloma trial favors use of lower dose steroids. |
| D08 |
Triclocarban - an ingredient in antibacterial soaps - may disrupt endocrine system, affect prostate gland. |
| D08 |
Strategies for surgery in Jehovah's Witness patients to avoid transfusion. |
| D08 |
Calcium requirements may be overestimated - should be in the range of 750 mg/day. |
| D08 |
FDA launches new drug safety newsletter. Here is the first issue (rituximab) |
| D08 |
Nocturnal in-center hemodialysis making news in Seattle. |
| D08 |
The dark side of the transplant tourist trade - One Kidney Island |
| D08 |
Scientists cure mice of sickle cell disease using stem cell technique. |
| D05 |
Dennis Quaid sues Baxter over label similarities between low- and high-dose heparin vials. |
| D04 |
FDA warns of hyponatremia, seizures, when desmopressin used to treat nocturnal enuresis. |
| D04 |
NIH conference on fecal and urinary incontinence, Dec 10-12, to be webcast live and archived. |
| D04 |
FDA approves study of iron-containing dialysate additive for hemodialysis patients. |
| D04 |
Different anticoagulant regimens after percutaneous coronary intervention yield identical results. |
| D04 |
Waistline growth on high-carb diets linked to liver gene. |
| D04 |
Renin-angiotensin linked to obesity and insulin-resistance in a gene knockout animal model. |
| D03 |
Pharma companies to develop IgA proteases as a potential treatment for IgA nephropathy. |
| D03 |
Rosiglitazone stimulates osteoclasts, which may account for association with increased fracture risk. |
| D03 |
Dialysis patient defends trip to Phillippines in search of a kidney. |
| D03 |
Low carb diet more effective than low fat diet in reducing inflammatory markers in patients with metabolic syndrome. |
| D03 |
Lower upper limit of ALT in adolescent males increases sensitivity for detection of hepatitis infection |
| D03 |
Topical cleaners containing benzethonium chloride bactericidal against MRSA. |
| D03 |
New lupus susceptibility gene discovered - OX40L |
| N29 |
CMS publishes final Medicare physician fee schedule changes for 2008. |
| N29 |
Rockwell Medical raises 13 million dollars in new funding. |
| N29 |
Fresenius Medical Care acquires Renal Solutions for up to 190 million dollars. |
| N29 |
New improved reverse osmosis membranes using inserted water channels. |
| N28 |
Eltrombopag increases platelet count in hepatitis C infected patients being treated with antiviral drugs. |
| N28 |
Crystal nephropathy due to combination of melamine and cyanuric acid responsible for renal failure in pets eating contamined food. |
| N28 |
Highl potent anti-cancer gene PAR-4, active in the prostate gland, identified in mice. |
| N28 |
American College of Rheumatology 2007 Annual Meeting - abstract search tool |
| N28 |
Valproic acid and mithramycin show activity against lupus in a mouse model. |
| N28 |
Dr. Robert Cade, nephrologist who invented Gatorade, dies at age 80. |
| N27 |
Baxter expands vaccine business with new government contracts. |
| N27 |
ASN Renal Express: November 2007 issue. |
| N27 |
Glucose-insulin-potassium infusion after ST-elevated MI increases risk of heart failure. |
| N26 |
James Haviland, Seattle dialysis pioneer, dies at age 96. |
| N26 |
MRI documents second-hand smoke injury to the lungs. |
| N26 |
High-glycemic intake carb intake linked to type 2 diabetes in African American and Chinese women. |
| N26 |
CMS asks for feedback on its (non)payment policy on hospital-acquired conditions. |
| N26 |
Risk of acute renal failure after non-cardiac surgery in patients with prior normal function is about 1%. |
| N26 |
Illinois judge voids legislative cap on medical liability awards for pain and suffering. |
| N26 |
Nitrosyl cobamide shows promise as an NO-donor type of drug for hypertension or heart disease. |
| N26 |
RBC transfusions linked to increased risk of heart attack and stroke in cardiac surgery patients. |
| N26 |
Mismatched prostate cancer treatment more common than expected |
| N25 |
Executives from Genzyme and Johnson and Johnson to sit on FDA foundation board. |
| N23 |
Link between obesity and decreased survival questioned. |
| N20 |
Skin cells made into stem cells: a significant finding in terms of ethics of stem cell research. |
| N20 |
Higher plasma vitamin D levels associated with lower risk of type 2 diabetes. |
| N20 |
Nephros gets approval to market high-efficiency hemodiafiltration device in Canada. |
| N19 |
Caloric intake from beverages has doubled over what it was in 1965. |
| N19 |
The effects of delaying transfer of ESRD patients to Medicare - a windfall for providers. |
| N19 |
First-ever trial of RNA interference drug in humans targets acute kidney failure. |
| N18 |
Chicago woman who received HIV-infected kidney may not have been informed about donor's high-risk lifestyle. |
| N18 |
Cystatin C may help prevent Alzheimer's disease. |
| N18 |
Google startup 23 and me offers to decode one's genome for $1,000 |
| N16 |
CMS pushing e-prescribing for Medicare beneficiaries. |
| N16 |
MMWR: Severe acute respiratory disease, including death in healthy persons, due to adenovirus 14. |
| N16 |
Pramlintide-leptin combination drug induces 13% weight loss in obese patients. |
| N15 |
Direct link to 2007 ureteral stone management guidelines |
| N15 |
Urology associations release new ureteral stone management guidelines. |
| N15 |
Captopril may protect the kidneys in patients undergoing total body irradiation for bone marrow transplant. |
| N14 |
Cattle vaccine shown to be effective in lowering rate of toxigenic E. Coli carriage. |
| N14 |
Hemoglobin variability predicts mortality in dialysis patients |
| N14 |
Breakthrough in primate cloning |
| N14 |
Nephros reports Q3 results |
| N14 |
FDA adds black box warning of heart attacks for Avandia (rosiglitazone) |
| N14 |
Diabetics risk serious foot problems by wearing the wrong size shoes. |
| N14 |
Four Chicago transplant recipients contract HIV from transplanted organs. |
| N13 |
Low carb diet associated with slower prostate cancer growth in mice. |
| N12 |
Baxter receives 510k clearance from FDA to test a silver-coated IV line luer-lock connector. |
| N12 |
Interleukin-1 receptor blocker rilonacept effective in treating chronic gouty arthritis. |
| N12 |
Patent extends principle of self-winding watches to heartbeat powered pacemakers. |
| N09 |
Placenta cloaks its proteins with phosphocholine (as do parasitic worms) to evade immune detection. |
| N09 |
Simplified anti-hypertensive drug protocol seems to be more effective than more complex approach. |
| N09 |
Lower abdominal pain in women after binge drinking may be due to bladder rupture. |
| N09 |
Valproic acid reduces proteinuria in a mouse model of lupus nephritis. |
| N08 |
Cato Institute and Dr. Matas supporting compensated organ donation. |
| N08 |
MMWR: CDC reviews smoking prevalence in the U.S., and the results are not good. |
| N08 |
Irradiation of high-risk foods (like ground beef). |
| N08 |
Link to new FDA boxed labels for ESAs. Their target Hb range is 10-12 g/dL. |
| N08 |
FDA clears silver-coated endotracheal tube for marketing. |
| N08 |
FDA modified boxed warnings, indications, for ESA drugs. |
| N08 |
Skeletal muscle damage due to statins may operate through atrogin-1 and thus may be preventable. |
| N08 |
Hematide found to restore blood in aplasia patients. |
| N08 |
Vitamin D levels linked to telomere length and thus aging. |
| N08 |
New nonsteroidal natriuretic hormone identified in human urine. |
| N07 |
We need our good bacteria for optimal health |
| N07 |
New diagnostic test for TTP (thrombotic thrombocytopenic purpura) to be available via Ohio State University. |
| N07 |
Progress being made in growing whole organs in the laboratory. |
| N07 |
Fresenius points to new data from CARE 2 that PhosLo (calcium acetate) does not cause cardiac valvular calcification |
| N07 |
Perioperative beta-blocker therapy shows mixed results in large RCT. |
| N07 |
Simvastatin, but not pravastatin, associated with sleep disturbances. |
| N07 |
Prazosin appears to block some glucocorticoid effects. |
| N07 |
News is not so good relating to hard outcomes with longer-term treatment of hepatitis C with pegylated inferferon. |
| N07 |
New compound, MIC-1, implicated in cancer-induced wasting. |
| N07 |
Animal study suggests potential role of vitamin A in controlling prostate cancer. |
| N07 |
AHA 2007 Scientific Sessions newsletter - Nov 7th. |
| N07 |
New NHANES data suggests that best survival is in patients who are "overweight" with BMI 25-30. |
| N06 |
Shire announces results of Fosrenol trial in stage 3-4 CKD patients. |
| N06 |
Lancet: Fenofibrate treatment lowers risk for laser treatment in diabetic retinopathy. |
| N06 |
AHA 2007 Scientific Sessions Newsletter - Nov 6th. |
| N06 |
AHA 2007 Scientific Sessions Newsletter - Nov 5th. |
| N06 |
AHA 2007 Scientific Sessions Newsletter - Nov 4th. |
| N06 |
Mouse model demonstrates that inflammation, and not obesity per se, causes insulin resistance. |
| N06 |
New feedback pathway from fat cells to the pancreas to increase insulin secretion identified. |
| N06 |
Modest gain in visceral fat causes reversible decline in endothelial function. |
| N05 |
Large VA study identifies seasonal difference in blood pressure. |
| N05 |
New vascular function of hemoglobin, as a promoter of nitric oxide synthesis, identified. |
| N05 |
Gene associated with rheumatoid arthritis identified on chromosome 6. |
| N05 |
No increase in cardiovascular risk for living kidney donors |
| N03 |
Metabolites of flavonoid (quercetin) present in onions found to be anti-inflammatory. |
| N03 |
General Mills recalls frozen pizzas sold under Totino's or Jeno's name, because of possible E. coli contamination in the pepperoni. |
| N02 |
Entecavir highly effective in reducing hepatitis B viremia to undetectable levels. |
| N02 |
U.S. AHRQ releases report claiming equal efficacy for ACE-I vs. ARB in controlling blood pressure. |
| N02 |
FDA warns arrow about manufacturing processes regarding its dialysis catheters. |
| N02 |
FDA: Notice about hazards of cleaning electronic-containing medical equipment with disinfectants. |
| N02 |
WNK kinases identified as key regulators of blood pressure. |
| N02 |
NephroCor introduces enhanced urine analysis test (RenalVysion) for kidney disease |
| N02 |
Cell-to-cell transmission of hepatitis C virus helps it evade some of body's most potent defenses. |
| N01 |
Redsense medical gets FDA approval to sell blood loss detection device in the U.S. |
| N01 |
New therapies for multiple myeloma result in increased survival. |
| N01 |
Fluorodeoxyglucose PET scan can distinguish Alzheimer's from frontotemporal dementia. |
| N01 |
Legislation introduced in the House to fight spread of drug-resistant bacteria. |
| O31 |
Fresenius Medical 3rd quarter profits up 30% |
| O31 |
Use of vinflunine for bladder cancer obviates need for nephrotoxic, cisplatin-based regimens. |
| O31 |
AAKP helps defeat legislation to extend period of Medicare Secondary Payer coverage for ESRD |
| O30 |
Vitamin D benefits may be limited to cancer of the colon |
| O30 |
Gamma knife treatment expands to include extracranial tumors, including prostate cancer. |
| O29 |
Maggots to treat diabetic foot ulcers infected with MRSA. |
| O29 |
FDA: New guidance recommendations for medical device tracking. |
| O29 |
Hysterectomy may boost risk of incontinence. |
| O29 |
Bacterial use peptides to communicate with each other: extracellular death factor identified. |
| O26 |
Hidden value found in junk DNA |
| O26 |
Legislation aims to require disclosure of implantable medical device prices paid by hospitals. |
| O26 |
Use of carbon monoxide in organ transplantation facilitated by new delivery system. |
| O25 |
Bayer issues additional guidance to physicians about Trasylol (aprotinin). |
| O25 |
Genzyme launches cholesterol-binding drug (Cholestagel) in Europe for patients with primary hypercholesterolemia. |
| O25 |
Uvulopalatopharyngoplasty may help some patients with obstructive sleep apnea. |
| O25 |
SQ109, promising anti-tuberculosis drug, given special status by European and U.S. regulators. |
| O25 |
AAMI to issue TIR34 - a new guidance document for water quality for reprocessed devices. |
| O25 |
ESRD Network 18 website provides information for emergency care in southern California. |
| O25 |
Charcot foot disease becoming more common as diabetic numbers increase. |
| O25 |
Genzyme profits increase tenfold on sales of drugs to treat rare diseases. |
| O24 |
All NIH-funded research manuscripts will now have to be publicly available at Pub Med Central. |
| O23 |
Amgen wins crucial patent ruling over Roche. |
| O23 |
AJKD article, editorial, question relevance of Dialysis Compare quality measurements. |
| O23 |
Early results with implantation of pig pancreatic islet cells to treat diabetes are encouraging. |
| O23 |
Global extent of obesity epidemic in the news. |
| O23 |
Direct link to FDA Byetta (exenatide) pancreatitis alert |
| O23 |
Acute pancreatitis associated with exenatide (Byetta) - FDA requires labeling change |
| O23 |
Renal Solutions gets FDA 510k clearance for advanced sorbent dialysis machine enabling higher dialysate flow rates. |
| O23 |
How dangerous is plasma transfusion from women donors? |
| O22 |
FDA approves Renvela (sevelamer carbonate) for phosphate control in dialysis patients. |
| O22 |
Chewing gum shown to help curb appetite and reduce cravings. |
| O19 |
ARDS of unknown etiology? Look for spirochetes in the peripheral blood smear. |
| O19 |
Baxter reports strong 3rd quarter sales and earnings |
| O19 |
Sudden hearing loss associated with erectile dysfunction drugs. |
| O19 |
For cancer patients, Aetna will no longer reimburse for epogen unless Hb falls below 10 unless patient is symptomatic. |
| O19 |
Shockingly high levels of salt in some fast foods. |
| O19 |
Amgen vs. Roche patent dispute trial goes to jury |
| O18 |
Roche states that U.S. Mircera plans depends on outcome of court case. |
| O18 |
Case-management program improves outcomes of dialysis patients in an observational study. |
| O17 |
MRSA-infected high school student dies. Twenty-one schools closed for cleaning. |
| O17 |
Vaprisol (conivaptan) study shows increase in serum sodium in euvolemic hyponatremia. |
| O17 |
FDA advisory committee votes in favor of phosphate binder use for stage 4 CKD. |
| O16 |
FDA approves Doribax(tm) - doripenem - for complicated urinary tract infections, including pyelonephritis |
| O16 |
Velcade (bortezomib) for multiple myeloma now approved for use in patients with impaired renal function. |
| O16 |
Garlic acts to relax arteries via hydrogen sulfide. |
| O16 |
Hemodiafiltration in the United States? Nephros initiates clinical trial of enabling equipment. |
| O15 |
Pattern of proteins in blood may identify Alzheimer risk with 90% accuracy. |
| O14 |
Gambro BCT adapting apheresis technology for the blood collection business. |
| O12 |
Is fructose really that bad? |
| O12 |
FDA advisory meeting next Tuesday to study use of phosphate binders in pre-ESRD - Genzyme, Shire, Fresenius will all be present. |
| O12 |
61% of 33 lipsticks sold in the United States test positive for lead. |
| O12 |
Statins help preserve lung function during aging. |
| O11 |
Dialysis patient Shad Ireland, ironman competitor, in the news. |
| O10 |
Docs save antifreeze-poisoned tourist with vodka drip |
| O10 |
FDA seeks nominations for new foundation to focus on unmet needs in innovation. |
| O10 |
China agrees to stop using donor organs from executed prisoners. |
| O10 |
National Provider Identifier must be on Medicare claims as of Jan 1, 2008. |
| O10 |
RIP2 biomarker identifies peritonitis patients requiring more intensive treatment. |
| O09 |
Can we make a computational model of the immune system? One group is going to try. |
| O09 |
ASN Renal Week 2007 abstracts now available on-line. |
| O08 |
Two studies emphasize importance of nitric oxide in red blood cells, and absence of NO in banked blood. |
| O08 |
FDA to warn of ultrasound cardiac imaging drug risks |
| O08 |
New antibiotic ceftobiprole very effective in curing diabetic foot infections. |
| O08 |
Nobel Prize in Medicine awarded for developers of gene knockout model. |
| O08 |
Appendix may be a safe house for good bacteria. |
| O08 |
Cleveland Clinic scores 3.2 million dollar NIH grant to develop implantable bioartificial kidney |
| O06 |
It lives, it lives! Craig Venter expected to announce creation of synthetic life form at conference. |
| O05 |
NKF inviting nephrology professionals to attend CKD conference in Chicago, October 19, 2007 |
| O04 |
Battle erupts over Medicare coverage of dialysis |
| O03 |
Rockwell begins dosing patients with iron (soluble ferric pyrophosphate) - containing dialysate. |
| O03 |
Seven Indiana schoolchildren suffered kidney failure requiring dialysis due to toxigenic E. Coli |
| O03 |
University of Iowa Hospitals in the news about problems with CMS inspection, including dialysis |
| O03 |
Telbivudine lowers hepatitis B viral load better than adefovir |
| O03 |
Mini-strokes (MRI study) linked to higher uric acid levels. |
| O03 |
Standard androgen-deprivation treatment for prostate cancer may encourage its spread. |
| O02 |
Weight-based dosing of ribavirin improves outcomes in hepatitis C. |
| O01 |
Fresenius plans to acquire German hospitals, dialysis opportunities abroad. |
| O01 |
Monitoring methyl nitrate levels in exhaled air may replace blood glucose testing in type 1 diabetics. |
| O01 |
Topps Meat Co. expands recall of beef patties potentially contaminated with E. Coli. |
| S30 |
Attend the 10th International Conference on Dialysis, January, 2008 in Cancun, Mexico |
| S30 |
HDCN: Cocaine and kidney injury; two free CE symposia from ANNA; Futurology from 2007 ADC meeting; Treatment of hyperkalemia |
| S28 |
Nephrogenic systemic fibrosis common, associated with an increased mortality rate, in dialysis patients. |
| S27 |
NEJM: Antibodies linked to rejection of well-matched kidneys are identified |
| S27 |
Caffeine plus acetaminophen linked to liver damage. |
| S26 |
First ISHD Congress and 17th Vincenza Course on Dialysis, June 3-6, 2008 |
| S25 |
FDA Drug Safety Newsletter: Progressive multifocal leukoencephalopathy associated with rituximab. |
| S25 |
Nephros raises 12.7 million dollars in new financing. |
| S25 |
Toxin-producing E. Coli outbreak among schoolchildren in Galena, IN. |
| S25 |
Benefits of influenza vaccination in older adults questioned. |
| S25 |
Nephrogenic systemic fibrosis may be linked to gadolinium-activation of an enzyme, transglutaminase-2. |
| S25 |
New, synthetic version of heparin is patented. |
| S25 |
FDA to screen all direct-to-consumer (DTC) television ads if pending law is passed. |
| S24 |
C. difficile prevalent in asymptomatic carriers - may account for difficulty in eradication. |
| S24 |
All previous vitamin E trials fatally flawed due to underdosing. |
| S21 |
UNOS delays living donor guidelines (follow-up) |
| S21 |
UNOS debates new limits for living organ donors. |
| S21 |
Study links TGF-beta and cholesterol to progression of atherosclerosis. |
| S21 |
Scientists identify genes linked to longevity and caloric restriction. |
| S21 |
Low on EPO: Just scratch your head. Hair follicles found to make EPO. |
| S21 |
Legislation fails to grant FDA authority to approve generic biotech drugs such as epogen. |
| S21 |
Fresenius Medical Care sales up to 9.5 billion per year vs. 8.5 billion last year. |
| S21 |
Wife murders husband while on home dialysis by cutting his dialysis catheter. |
| S21 |
High-glycemic starch diet linked to fatty liver in mice. |
| S21 |
Huge rise in number of mothers with gestational diabetes. |
| S21 |
Worms causing elephantiasis may hold the secret to immune tolerance. |
| S20 |
Thiazide diuretics exacerbate fructose-induced metabolic syndrome. |
| S20 |
Businessman wants to sell kidney to pay for lawsuit. |
| S20 |
FDA Recall: B. Braun normal saline flush syringes. |
| S20 |
Rockwell begins enrollment into Phase IIIb trial of dialysate sodium ferric pyrophosphate for iron therapy. |
| S20 |
Post-reperfusion heart damage largely prevented by hydrogen sulfide. |
| S18 |
New CMS rules changes constraints on dialysis unit medical director salaries. |
| S18 |
Representative Pete Stark writes about Epogen reimbursement policy on his blog. |
| S18 |
Medicare starting to reject claims with NPI number discrepancies. |
| S18 |
Dole recalls packaged salad mixes because of E. Coli risk. |
| S18 |
JAMA: Small randomized trial shows benefits of 6x/week nocturnal HD on LV mass. |
| S17 |
Dr. Joseph Eschbach: in memoriam |
| S17 |
Brits will be mandating that doctors wear short-sleeved shirts/coats only, to help reduce spread of infection. |
| S17 |
DaVita's Kent Thiry subject of article in the New York Times |
| S16 |
More details on four Lasker Medical Prize winners. |
| S15 |
Lasker awards announced - honored include two who developed artificial heart valves and a researcher who discovered role of dendritic cells. |
| S12 |
FDA advisory panel rejects idea of setting 11 g/dL as the upper limit of target Hb with ESAs. |
| S12 |
JAMA paper shows no benefit of lowering homocysteine in CKD |
| S11 |
USRDS 2007 Annual Data Report |
| S11 |
Nabi to sell its Biologics division, and plans to move its headquarters. |
| S11 |
FDA advisory panel meeting today in the news |
| S11 |
DaVita buys majority stake in Home Choice Partners |
| S10 |
Protein carbamylation, reflected by homocitrulline levels, strongly associated with atherosclerosis. |
| S10 |
Aspreva and Roche decide not to pursue application to FDA for CellCept as induction treatment for lupus nephritis. |
| S10 |
Agenda for Sept. 11th FDA Advisory Panel Meeting (.pdf) concerning Hb targets for ESA drugs. |
| S10 |
FDA Advisory Panel to meet September 11th to reconsider Hb targets. |
| S10 |
Blocking Formation Of Toxic Plaques Implicated In Type 2 Diabetes |
| S07 |
Low vitamin D levels during early pregnancy associated with a fivefold increase in risk of pre-eclampsia. |
| S07 |
Pakistan's kidney bazaar. |
| S06 |
Amgen vs. Roche lay out their opening arguments in patent dispute trial. |
| S06 |
NEJM: Procrit use in ICU patients appears to improve survival, but increases risk of thrombotic events. |
| S06 |
FDA approves first generic versions of carvedilol (Coreg). |
| S06 |
International pathology conference solves shows high-detail microscopy slides on the web. |
| S06 |
New CPR method relies on compression of abdomen, increases CO by 25%. |
| S06 |
Study identifies genetic risk factor (STAT4) for lupus and rheumatoid arthritis. |
| S05 |
New ESC-ESH hypertension treatment guidelines from ESC 2007 (webcast) |
| S05 |
One British hospital bans nurses wearing croc shoes - the holes in them pose a risk? |
| S05 |
Phospholipase C epsilon gene mutation affects podocytes, causes infantile nephrotic syndrome. |
| S05 |
Genetic background to severe urinary tract infections. |
| S05 |
Laser blasts viruses in blood |
| S04 |
Skinny gene identified that controls amount of body fat. |
| S03 |
Sheet Metal Workers health plan sues DaVita, Amgen, and Fresenius in a civil action claiming overuse of EPO. |
| S03 |
ESC 2007: Scientific Program On-line: Home page |
| S03 |
European Society of Cardiology 2007 meeting: Clinical Trials Updates |
| A31 |
Novartis wins approval to market generic Epo in Europe. |
| A31 |
RPA letter to CMS regarding lack of an increase in work value units for dialysis. |
| A31 |
NKF KDOQI anemia guideline update released - sets upper Hb limit at 12 g/dL in most cases. |
| A30 |
DCOR study published in Kidney International |
| A30 |
NxStage to complete acquisition of Medisystems in fourth quarter of 2007. |
| A30 |
New mechanism of action of thiazolidinediones discovered. |
| A30 |
WTC 911 responder spearheads 3-way kidney donation. |
| A29 |
FDA approves second West Nile virus blood screening test. |
| A29 |
Malpractice lawsuits againt nurses on the rise. |
| A29 |
U.S. Court rules that Roche's pegylated EPO infringes on one of Amgen's patents. |
| A29 |
NxStage recalling leaky dialysis cartridges. |
| A29 |
Pathologists: His doctor killed Beethoven via iatrogenic lead poisoning. |
| A28 |
Baxter's recent success attributed to focus on science |
| A27 |
Economic issues relating to EPO usage - 5 full text articles from AJKD, September, 2007 |
| A27 |
Obesity rates climb in most states. |
| A27 |
Desperation spurs poor Pakistanis to sell their kidneys. |
| A27 |
Renal Solutions signs agreement with Dr. David Humes' company to develop next-generation portable dialysis device. |
| A27 |
Tiny retinal implants may allow the blind to recognize objects. |
| A27 |
Lancet study supports benefit of daily calcium supplements plus vitamin D. |
| A27 |
Patient implanted with baroreceptor stimulating devise to treat refractory hypertension. |
| A27 |
Couple shares love and a kidney - dialysis specialist donates kidney to her patient. |
| A23 |
Very high levels of reactive carbonyl compounds found in high fructose corn syrup. |
| A23 |
High fat mass secreting adiponectin can protect against metabolic syndrome in genetically engineered mice. |
| A23 |
New laparoscopic technique removes kidney from small incision at belly button. |
| A22 |
59% of DaVita patients have fistulas (52% national average), and 4 have their fistula for 35 years. |
| A22 |
Is acrylamide contained in foods safe? Three-day symposium to examine the issues. |
| A22 |
Celecoxib - may reduce stent restenosis - overall safety in heart disease still remains to be deteremined. |
| A22 |
Very preliminary data is encouraging on the use of aluminum for nanoporous membranes. |
| A22 |
Hypertension frequently underdiagnosed in adolescents. |
| A22 |
Lack of benefit of vitamin E on heart disease may have been due to underdosing. |
| A21 |
Unlike grapefruit juice, pomegranate juice does not appear to affect cytochrome P450-3A activity |
| A21 |
Gustducin - new sugar-sensing receptor identified in the intestine; activated by artificial sweeteners |
| A20 |
Baxter enters into contract with UK Department of Health to supply influenza vaccine in the event of a pandemic. |
| A20 |
As muscle turns to fat, obesity rises despite no change in BMI. |
| A20 |
Mechanism of adenovirus-induced obesity clarified. |
| A19 |
Bacteriophage treatments coming back into favor to combat superbugs such as MRSA. |
| A18 |
Low carbohydrate diets and metabolism: Atkins may not have been so far off, after all. |
| A17 |
Fleets Phospho-Soda and acute renal failure: More than 50 lawsuits in 20 states |
| A17 |
Anesiva receives FDA approval for topical lidocaine prep to reduce pain on needle insertion. |
| A17 |
Patients who develop kidney failure after use of phosphate-based laxatives initiate lawsuits. |
| A17 |
FDA warning letter issued emphasizing pharmacogenomic variability in warfarin metabolism among patients. |
| A17 |
New roles for sirtuin 2 identified in controlling fat cell metabolism. |
| A17 |
Plain soap as effective as antibacterial but without the risk |
| A16 |
Amgen to cut 12% of its workforce in cost-cutting move. |
| A16 |
Verichip to provide implantable microchips for dialysis patients. |
| A13 |
New study confirms that vitamin C, E, and beta carotene, singly or in combination, of no benefit in heart disease patients. |
| A13 |
Foundations of calculus and Pi discovered not by Isaac Newton nor Leibnitz, but by the Kerala School in India. |
| A13 |
Hotel-distributed, Chinese-manufactured, toothpaste found to contain ethylene glycol. |
| A10 |
Testtosterone replacement in the SHR rats linked to hypertension, kidney disease. |
| A10 |
New research shows skeleton to be an endocrine organ via osteocalcin. |
| A09 |
2006 ESRD CPM (Clinical Performance Measures) report now available on CMS website. |
| A08 |
Annals: New study questions the increased heart attack risk with Avandia; original NEJM meta-analysis claimed to have been flawed. |
| A07 |
Mechanism of how PGE2 acts on EP3 brain receptors to cause fever identified. |
| A07 |
Masked thiamine deficiency (problems with RBC transketolase assay) linked to diabetic vascular disease. |
| A07 |
Publix supermarkets to offer up to 14-days of free antibiotics. |
| A06 |
Trial of anti-hypertensive therapy in the very elderly, more than 80 years of age, stopped early because of positive results. |
| A06 |
Pioneering education / reimbursement organ donor program developed in London, Ontario, expanded to entire province. |
| A06 |
JCI paper shows that cleavage of a protein called dynamin a key event in causing podocyte leakage of proteins. |
| A06 |
Baxter announces collaboration with Dean Kamen's company DEKA and HHD, LLC to develop home diaylsis system |
| A03 |
DaVita profit doubles. |
| A02 |
Fresenius reports increased 2nd quarter net revenues. |
| A02 |
unGAL shown to predict development of acute kidney injury in children |
| A01 |
Amgen responds to CMS coverage restrictions for ESAs in treating oncology patients. |
| A01 |
Interferon alpha plus sorafenib in combination useful in treating kidney cancer. |
| A01 |
Radiofrequency ablation highly effective in treating kidney tumors. |
| A01 |
Device wakes patient with severe brain injuries. |
| J31 |
FDA panel recommends continued sale of Avandia, despite some evidence of increased heart risk. |
| J31 |
Transplant surgeon accused of hastening death of potential organ donor. |
| J31 |
CMS releases new coverage guidelines for ESAs when used for non-renal indications. |
| J30 |
Instant steam could banish MRSA |
| J30 |
FDA Advisory Panel to explore safety and risks of Avandia. |
| J27 |
Paired organ donation in the news. |
| J27 |
French RCT shows no survival benefit of IDPN over oral supplements in malnourished dialysis patients. |
| J26 |
MMWR: Cryptosporidiosis outbreaks associated with recreational water use. |
| J26 |
Small, but randomized Canadian trial of nocturnal hemodialysis shows reduction of LVH over 6 month period. |
| J26 |
Changing policies with respect to organ harvesting in China lead to fall in number of transplants. |
| J26 |
Diesel fume pollution linked to arterial inflammation and atherosclerosis. |
| J26 |
GRPR gene offers hope for cure for chronic itchy skin. |
| J26 |
Breakthrough combination treatment for patients with Fabry's disease? |
| J26 |
Roche wins EU approval for anemia drug Mircera. |
| J25 |
Obesity spreads among friends, study concludes. |
| J25 |
Genzyme doing well - raises 2007 outlook |
| J25 |
Quebec's lakes showing increased blue-green algae growth - phosphorus from fertilizers may be responsible. |
| J25 |
Fresenius shares jump on new Medicare funding proposal. |
| J24 |
HIV nurses celebrate release after Libya ordeal |
| J24 |
Soft drinks, including diet soft drinks, linked to 50% higher risk of metabolic syndrome. |
| J24 |
Ferumoxytol Phase III clinical trial results achieve desired endpoints. |
| J23 |
CMS releases modified reimbursement policy for ESAs. Dosage reduction moves from 25 to 50% when Hb greater than 13. |
| J23 |
Sialic acid may determine whether IgG antibodies are anti- or pro-inflammatory - link to autoimmune disease? |
| J23 |
New genetic risk marker identifies highly aggressive form of prostate cancer. |
| J21 |
New Cochrane analysis focuses on increased side effects in patients taking rosiglitazone (Avandia) |
| J20 |
NEJM: Complement C3 proteins strongly linked to age-related macular degeneration. |
| J20 |
FDA warns about botulism from hot dog chili sauce. |
| J20 |
Cancer risk linked to CT scan for cardiac calcification (JAMA paper) in the news. |
| J20 |
More on new CMS billing requirements on ESAs from MLN matters. |
| J20 |
CMS: Line item billing requirement for ESAs in program manual update. |
| J19 |
FDA meeting planned in September to scrutinize ESA use in ESRD patients. |
| J19 |
Large VA study shows 50% reduction in Alzheimer / Parkinson risk with simvastatin, but not other drugs in the same class. |
| J19 |
Weight loss pill rimonabant associated with increased suicide risk. |
| J19 |
Baxter issues Class I recall of its replacement IV infusion pumps. |
| J19 |
Kidney patients more likely to reach - doughnut hole gap - in Medicare Part D coverage. |
| J19 |
Faulty dialysis patient transportation the subject of TV news investigation in Louisville. |
| J18 |
Vittamin C offers little protection against colds unless person undergoing extreme stress. |
| J18 |
Dr. James Winchester receives award from Kidney and Urology Foundation |
| J18 |
Dutch organ donor numbers soar after - win a kidney - show hoax |
| J18 |
Renal Care Group faces lawsuit for false medical care billing. |
| J18 |
NEJM: Vitamin D deficiency widespread, linked to a number of chronic diseases. |
| J18 |
Synthetic adhesive mimicks properties of gecko and mussel |
| J18 |
Scientists discover gene responsible for restless legs syndrome. |
| J17 |
Eating a high glycemic index diet is associated with age-related macular degeneration. |
| J17 |
Possible mechanistic link found between asthma and obesity. |
| J16 |
Gene discovered that increases risk for type 1 diabetes in children. |
| J16 |
Kibow to test probiotic in stage III and IV CKD |
| J16 |
Older, cheaper pills just fine to treat diabetes. |
| J16 |
Affymax announces phase 3 development program for Hematide. |
| J14 |
Robot telerounds reduce length of stay after bariatric surgery. |
| J13 |
AAKP introduces new nutrition and lifestyle magazine for CKD patients. |
| J13 |
Scleroderma Outlook Improves as Survival Increases |
| J12 |
Hydroxychloroquine (Plaquenil) may be protective against developing type 2 diabetes. |
| J12 |
Serum levels of retinol-binding programs indicate level of visceral fat. |
| J12 |
Viagra may save lives in patients with pulmonary hypertension. |
| J12 |
E. Coli victims in Alabama suffer kidney failure. |
| J11 |
Usefulness of tomatoes and lycopene to prevent cancer unclear. |
| J11 |
Shredded lettuce may be source of toxigenic E. Coli outbreak in Huntsville, AL. |
| J11 |
Modified herpes virus keeps arteries free-flowing following procedures |
| J10 |
More than 1100 toothpaste tubes from China suspected to contain DEG confiscated in Connecticut. |
| J10 |
MMWR: Turtle associated salmonellosis in the United States |
| J10 |
Selenium supplements appear to raise risk of developing diabetes in RCT. |
| J09 |
PNAS: Aristolochic acid in the pathogenesis of endemic Balkan nephropathy. |
| J09 |
Cause of Balkan nephropathy found - contamination of grain by Aristolochia clematis. |
| J09 |
CCJM: A different approach to resistant hypertension, emphasizing hemodynamics and the physical examination. |
| J09 |
JRN: Hidden phosphorus in the diet |
| J09 |
Gene protects against kidney disease. |
| J07 |
CJASN now indexed by MEDLINE. |
| J07 |
Waging war on C. difficile - the deadliest superbug. |
| J07 |
Practice of eating dirt dying out. |
| J06 |
Company offers medical tourism services in the US, medical tourism blog. |
| J06 |
Medical tourism a growing industry. |
| J06 |
Engineered blood vessles function similarly to real ones. |
| J05 |
Alteplase may have pro-inflammatory effects - mitigated by cromoglycate. |
| J05 |
High sodium in many sandwiches in the news. |
| J05 |
New manganese-based contrast agent developed for MRI |
| J05 |
Dark chocolate lowers BP slightly, raises levels of nitric oxide. |
| J02 |
How stress and high-calorie intact interact to increase weight and change body fat distribution. |
| J02 |
Probiotics good for antibiotic-induced diarrhea |
| J30 |
ASN, JASN, and CJASN free and at discounted rates to Chinese Universities |
| J30 |
Plasma exchange beneficial for severe renal vasculitis in randomized controlled trial. |
| J30 |
Low energy density diet better. |
| J29 |
Injection of autologous myoblasts and fibroblasts improves stress incontinence. |
| J29 |
Fresenius presents new award for excellence in nephrology nursing. |
| J29 |
Four hour airline flights increase the risk of deep vein thrombosis. |
| J29 |
New ideas re ESRD funding presented at House Ways and Means Health Subcommittee hearing. |
| J29 |
Particulates released during renal artery angioplasty can impair kidney function. |
| J28 |
Robot fleet for high-tech hospital. |
| J28 |
EDTNA/ERCA Journal Club (link) |
| J28 |
Distribution of made in China, DEG-contaminated, toothpaste, in the United States includes prisons and hospitals. |
| J28 |
Velcade (bortezomib) in combination with cyclophosphamide and prednisone for multiple myeloma. |
| J27 |
Amgen makes labeling changes for Sensipar - no longer labeled for use in pre-ESRD patients. |
| J26 |
GAO proposes bundled payment for all ESRD services |
| J26 |
Ketamine abuse linked to bladder dysfunction. |
| J26 |
Lawmakers to scrutinize use of ESAs at hearing; Amgen expected to present new data on ESA use. |
| J26 |
Higher fat mass associated with less coronary artery calcification in type 1 diabetics. |
| J22 |
FDA approves pregabalin (Lyrica) for treatment of fibromyalgia. |
| J22 |
FDA clears "computerized medication box" (EMMA) for U.S. market. |
| J22 |
Hospital Compare website link - see where your hospital ranks on the list. |
| J22 |
Federal government gets back into rating hospitals - this time lists those where patients most likely to die after heart surgery. |
| J22 |
ERA-EDTA starts in Barcelona - accepted abstracts on-line at this link. |
| J22 |
Dangers of children ingesting hand sanitizers with high alcohol content |
| J21 |
Fresenius doing well under leadership of Ulf Schneider. |
| J21 |
NEJM: Women aged 50-59 taking oral estrogens have less coronary artery calcification. |
| J20 |
vHL factor may be important in regulating iron metabolism and anemia |
| J20 |
For profit dialysis center proposal in state of New York draws opposition |
| J20 |
Dietary calcium better than supplements for bone health in women. |
| J19 |
Randomization complete for phase III trial of sulodexide for diabetic nephropathy. |
| J19 |
FDA approves ambrisentan for treatment of pulmonary artery hypertension. |
| J19 |
Intentionally skipping insulin doses to lose weight - diabulimia - has severe consequences. |
| J19 |
Hypertension vaccine against angiotensin II shows positive results. |
| J19 |
Fresenius announces financing request |
| J19 |
Genzyme announces trial results with powder form of sevelamer carbonate. |
| J15 |
Pittsburgh researchers develop off the shelf vascular grafts |
| J15 |
Ethylene-glycol contaminated toothpaste found in Baltimore, MD store. |
| J15 |
Family sues Con Agra over salmonella contamination of peanut butter that allegedly led to kidney failure. |
| J15 |
Europ Soc Hypertens releases new, updated hypertension treatment guidelines. |
| J13 |
FDA releases human tissue task force report regarding regulation of donor organ harvesting. |
| J13 |
New multiple donor-recipient matching algorithm from Carnegie Mellon may increase the number of kidney transplants. |
| J13 |
Link between restless legs syndrome and hypertension discovered. |
| J11 |
Ex-CEO of Singapore NKF found guilty of one criminal charge. |
| J09 |
Methylsalicylate absorption from sports cream results in teenager's death |
| J07 |
Memphis dialysis center license to operate suspended |
| J07 |
Eprodisate study published in the NEJM: Effective against AA amyloidosis. |
| J07 |
New compound similar to aMSH, causing satiety, may be effective in controlling weight in the obese. |
| J07 |
Lipid chaperone protein ap2 may be a key to type 2 diabetes and its complications. |
| J05 |
Australian man offering to donate his kidney to a Canadian may have been brainwashed by a religious cult. |
| J05 |
Amgen buys Ilypsa - a company with a novel phosphate-binding drug for CKD |
| J05 |
NxStage announces agreement to acquire Medisystems |
| J05 |
Young women who follow strict diet, exercise regimen at risk for bone loss. |
| J05 |
Medical organ transplant plane from University of Michigan crashes in Lake Michigan - all aboard feared lost. |
| J02 |
Annals: Pharmaceutical marketing research and the prescribing physician. |
| J02 |
FDA warns on toothpaste marketed in the U.S. that was made in China over DEG contamination fears. |
| J01 |
Kidney transplant TV show revealed to be a hoax. |
| M31 |
FDA approves temsirolimus (Toricel) for treatment of kidney cancer. |
| M31 |
Link between mercury and vascular disease involves phospholipase D. |
| M29 |
Stress harms many aspects of nurses personal lives according to UK study. |
| M29 |
Contestants to vie for kidney transplant on controversial Dutch reality TV show. |
| M25 |
NEJM: Full text of meta-analysis that found an increased risk of myocardial infarction with rosiglitazone. |
| M25 |
Rockwell gets Japanese patent for dialysis solution iron delivery. |
| M25 |
Roche's Mircera gets preliminary approval in Europe for treating renal anemia. |
| M25 |
Non-caffeine components of coffee lower serum uric acid levels. |
| M24 |
Oxychlorine-containing water - new treatment for diabetic foot ulcer infections. |
| M24 |
Choline deficiency may be more widespread than previously believed |
| M23 |
Diethylene glycol - contaminated toothpaste linked to source in China |
| M23 |
Macrophages implicated in obesity, metabolic syndrome. |
| M23 |
Medicare issues proposed coverage decision to limit payment for ESAs in patients with cancer. |
| M23 |
Iron-chelating agent defasirox (Exjade) associated with acute renal failure. |
| M23 |
More on the FDA gadolinium-contrast agent warning |
| M23 |
FDA orders black box warnings for gadolinium-based MRI contrast agents regarding NSF. |
| M22 |
Pegylated interferon, ribavirin, provide apparent cures for hepatitis C |
| M22 |
Tumor vaccine prolongs recurrence-free survival in kidney cancer patients. |
| M21 |
FDA issues safety alert for Avandia (rosiglitazone) over possible increased heart attack risk. |
| M21 |
More on the FDA approvable letter on Mircera |
| M21 |
VA rolls out MRSA control strategy to all of it medical centers |
| M21 |
Roche receives approvable letter for Mircera in the United States. |
| M21 |
Statins might have a role in management of hepatitis C. |
| M21 |
Might probiotics modify the course of autoimmune disease? |
| M17 |
Bill Owen to start as President of the University of Medicine and Dentistry of New Jersey (UMDNJ) on July 1 |
| M17 |
Lawmakers push for changes in food safety oversight. |
| M17 |
MMWR publishes regional stroke incidence data for the United States (2005) |
| M17 |
Debunking the slavery hypothesis of African American hypertension |
| M17 |
Beneficial effect of lycopene vs. prostate cancer not supported on closer examination. |
| M16 |
New Jersey law now finances outpatient dialysis services for the uninsured. |
| M16 |
Nephros to initiate clinical trials in U.S. of an on-line HDF module and mid-dilution filter. |
| M15 |
Treadmill workstation growing in popularity after study documents the obvious - more calories burned. |
| M15 |
Spreading viruses as we breathe - another argument for home dialysis? |
| M15 |
Boiling broccoli and similar vegetables degrades their anti-cancer properties. |
| M14 |
Effect of polyphenols (from apples, onions, green tea) on fat catabolism. |
| M14 |
Study shows unsuspected immunomodulatory effects of glucosamine. |
| M11 |
Lupus cluster in people living above abandoned oilfield in New Mexico. |
| M11 |
Report on FDA panel meeting looking into safety of ESA drugs in cancer treatment. |
| M11 |
Low estrogen levels associated with osteoporosis in men. |
| M10 |
Dialysis supply company Rockwell reports 54% increase in sales. |
| M10 |
Is the prevalence of hypothyroidism in women really 25-30%? |
| M10 |
FDA meeting focuses on possibility of increased tumor risk with some ESAs. |
| M10 |
Affymax data presented at ISN World Congress in Rio. |
| M09 |
FDA issues warning about potential diethylene glycol contamination of glycerin. |
| M09 |
(Apparently legal) payments to doctors to prescribe anemia drugs in the news. |
| M09 |
Research suggests that Egyptians were the true fathers of medicine. |
| M07 |
Liver, kidney damage in people taking large amount of green tea polyphenol supplements. |
| M07 |
Expect patients with HIV to be taking selenium. |
| M07 |
American Transplant Congress 2007 underway in San Francisco: Click here to register to view abstracts. |
| M07 |
Centrally acting ACE inhibitors may cut dementia risk in the elderly. |
| M07 |
Bridgepoint to buy Gambro Healthcare. |
| M07 |
Inactivation of ACAT2 enzyme protects fat-eating mice from atherosclerosis. |
| M04 |
You tube health message to patients from Kidney Health Australia (part 1) |
| M04 |
Common gene variation associated with markedly increased risk of heart attack. |
| M03 |
NEJM: Drug risks and free speech - can Congress ban direct-to-consumer ads? |
| M03 |
Some bisphosphonates associated with increased risk of atrial fibrillation. |
| M03 |
Nicotinamide riboside, found naturally in milk, dramatically extends lifespan in yeast via sirtuins. |
| M03 |
Maggots rid diabetic foot ulcer patients of MRSA |
| M03 |
Honey paste to treat diabetic foot ulcers |
| M02 |
Once-a-year bisphosphonate treatment for osteoporosis. |
| M02 |
Pha-4 gene linked to increased longevity associated with caloric restriction. |
| M02 |
Editorial review of Brunori et al paper: (Late start dialysis in the elderly) |
| M02 |
Early start? How about very late start in patients over 70 with very low protein diet? |
| M02 |
Fresenius Medical Care Q1 profit rises 38%. |
| M02 |
Study highlights gender differences in susceptibility to kidney injury. |
| M02 |
Egg board cites recent research studies supporting beneficial effects of egg consumption. |
| M01 |
Triptolide markedly reduced cyst formation in mouse PKD model. |
| M01 |
Pierre Ronco and Rashad Barsoum receive ISN awards. |
| M01 |
Bahrain plans to legalize living non-related organ donation. |
| M01 |
Antithrombotics (e.g., aspirin) increase hemorrhagic stroke risk in the elderly. |
| M01 |
Potential downside of calcium / vitamin D intake in the elderly: more stroke-type lesions in the brain. |
| A30 |
DaVita Q1 profits up 33%. |
| A30 |
Activating PPAR-delta may burn fat and reduce metabolic syndrome risk. |
| A30 |
High levels of TNF-alpha linked to anosmia. |
| A30 |
Compound from bullfrogs has marked anti-MRSA activity. |
| A29 |
The melamine pet food mystery: It's no mystery. |
| A27 |
New test identifies hepatitis C patients at risk for cirrhosis. |
| A27 |
Itraconazole found to have anti-angiogenesis effects. |
| A27 |
New Genetic Risk Factors For Type 2 Diabetes Identified |
| A26 |
Results of new EPCA blood test for prostate cancer almost too good to be believed! |
| A26 |
Torres and Zhou awarded Kaplan Prize for PKD research at ISN Congress in Brazil. |
| A26 |
Sirolimus-based immunosuppression for heart transplant has kidney-sparing effect. |
| A25 |
Father who fled while on leave from prison to donate kidney to son captured in Mexico. |
| A25 |
Kirin gets approval to start selling darbepoetin in Japan. |
| A24 |
AGEs and food preparation may play an important role in chronic disease. |
| A23 |
Scientist warns marathon runners: Water won't help you keep your cool |
| A23 |
Death of 3 organ transplant recipients leads to discovery of new virus related to LMCV. |
| A21 |
Abstracts from March, 2007 CRRT meeting in San Diego. |
| A20 |
Baxter doing well, 1st quarter profits up. |
| A20 |
Blood protein isolated from used dialyzers found to makedly inhibit HIV replication. |
| A20 |
New BMJ study on adverse effects of higher salt intake in the news. |
| A20 |
Congressman Stark favoring new ESA reimbursement policy in letter to colleagues. |
| A20 |
Wall Street Journal video interview with Fresenius CEO Ben Lipps about ESAs. |
| A19 |
Green tea may be of benefit in Sjogren syndrome. |
| A19 |
Fewer heart patients need antibiotics prior to dental procedures. |
| A18 |
Natural balance recalls venison-containing pet foods - some batches found to contain melamine. |
| A18 |
Wallenberg family may sell Gambro Health Care. |
| A18 |
MMWR: Severe community-acquired MRSA pneumonia in association with influenza. |
| A18 |
Dosing for dollars: An analysis of the economics of ESA dosing in dialysis units. |
| A18 |
JAMA: EPO utilization higher in certain for-profit dialysis chains. |
| A18 |
Animal study suggests that changing to a low-fat diet can induce stress. |
| A17 |
New hope for malaria treatment with synthesis of long-acting artemisinin-like trioxane drugs. |
| A17 |
US FDA approves H5N1 (bird flu) vaccine for people, but only 45% develop an effective antibody response. |
| A17 |
FDA considers implementing user fees for medical device makers to speed review process. |
| A17 |
Researchers develop an electrical current - pH based method of bacteria crowd control |
| A16 |
Thrifty gene hypothesis of diabetes causation under dispute - no ethnic linkage found. |
| A16 |
Genzyme completes sevelamer carbonate trial. |
| A16 |
Edinburgh kidney website proving a hit with patients. |
| A15 |
JAM-1 protein acts in the brain to cause hypertension. |
| A14 |
Fish pollutants possibly linked to type 2 diabetes. |
| A14 |
Wearable kidney: Still pie in the sky. Will it become pie on the table? |
| A14 |
Fresenius sponsors Shad Ireland, ironman triathlete and dialysis patient; related patient grants available. |
| A13 |
New NKF anemia guidelines could hurt ESA sales. |
| A12 |
Protein recovered from fossil thigh bone links Tyrannosaurus rex to the chicken. |
| A12 |
NKF releases preliminary anemia guideline update |
| A12 |
High prevalence obesity gene identified. |
| A12 |
Rebuilt immune system helps patients shake off diabetes |
| A12 |
When a doctor says - I'm sorry - and risks getting sued. |
| A11 |
Ontario may reimburse organ donors. |
| A10 |
FDA re-emphasizes Salmonella risks for people with impaired immune systems keeping pet turtles. |
| A08 |
China issues new rules on organ procurement. |
| A07 |
Arthritis patients with CVD who take ibuprofen plus aspirin may greatly increase their cardiac risk. |
| A06 |
NKF 2007 Spring Clinical Meeting abstracts |
| A06 |
Weight lifting during dialysis counteracts muscle wasting. |
| A05 |
Think that eating only once a day will make you lose weight? Nope. |
| A05 |
Premenopausal overweight women do not lose bone mass during weight loss associated with diet. |
| A05 |
Reperfusion with glucose responsible for brain damage after hypoglycemic coma. |
| A05 |
AAMI published revised standard for water treament for dialysis. |
| A05 |
Hatfield-McCoy family feud may be linked to bad temper due to heritable pheochomocytomas. |
| A04 |
Speculation that pet food kidney failure might be due to vitamin D overdose. |
| A03 |
American Kidney Fund launches Medicare Part D program to cover dialysis patient bone meds. |
| A02 |
Ceprotin gets FDA approval to treat purpura fulminans. |
| A02 |
High-prevalence hemachromatosis gene linked to increased risk of stroke. |
| A02 |
President of the American Transplant Surgeons Society (Dr. Matas) proposes regulated sale of donor kidneys. |
| A02 |
Cantel Medical Acquires GE Dialysis Water Business |
| A02 |
Scientists change one blood group into another. |
| A01 |
Megahype about nanopores. |
| A01 |
DNA test to detect prostate cancer risk |
| M30 |
FDA: Marketing of Zelnorm (for constipation) stopped because of severe cardiovascular side effects. |
| M30 |
Melamine, a plastic compound also used as fertilizer, now being linked to ARF-causing pet food. |
| M30 |
Dendreon stock triples as FDA hints at approvable letter for therapeutic prostate cancer vaccine. |
| M30 |
Baxter bird flu vaccine works in Phase I/II trials; Phase III trials to be started this year. |
| M30 |
PETA calls on FDA to expand pet food recall to dry pet food varieties. |
| M30 |
FDA warns on dangerous hemodialysis catheter disconnections. |
| M30 |
NEJM: Torcetrapib markedly elevates HDL cholesterol, but shows no benefit |
| M30 |
Microencapsulated pig islet cells surviving and producing insulin in one patient ten years after implantation. |
| M30 |
Function of Rh blood proteins discovered: link to ammonia excretion. |
| M29 |
Aspirin may cut Staph risk in dialysis patients with venous catheters. |
| M29 |
Letter from ASN President to its members regarding FDA black box warning on ESAs. |
| M28 |
Dr. William Owen named President of UMDNJ (University of Medicine and Dentistry of New Jersey) |
| M28 |
Amerisource Bergen buys Bellco, including its dialyzer business. |
| M28 |
Baxter announces 2007 Renal Discoveries Grant applications deadlines. |
| M28 |
What is metagenomics and why might it transform modern biology of bacterial organisms? |
| M27 |
Implanted carotid artery baroreflex stimulator lowers BP by 16-20 mm Hg. |
| M27 |
New blood thinner may work without bleeding risk |
| M27 |
Lancet journal subscribers protest links of parent company Reed Elsevier to arms industry. |
| M26 |
Drugs work as well as stents, study finds. |
| M26 |
Tolvatptan improves signs and symptoms in patients with CHF. |
| M26 |
Nesiritide safety trial shows neutral effect on mortality in CHF patients |
| M26 |
IPODS help docs learn stethoscope skills. |
| M26 |
Baxter focusing on growing PD market, especially in developing countries. |
| M26 |
DPP-4 inhibitor Januvia (sitagliptin1) approved for treatment of type 2 DM in Europe |
| M26 |
American College of Cardiology Annual Meeting March 24-27: Monday (26) Newsletter (.pdf) |
| M26 |
American College of Cardiology Annual Meeting March 24-27: Sunday (25) Newsletter (.pdf) |
| M26 |
American College of Cardiology Annual Meeting March 24-27: Saturday (24) Newsletter (.pdf) |
| M26 |
Method found to upregulate the innate immune system; beneficial effect against MRSA infection |
| M26 |
Ingesting natural isotopes of certain elements shown to prolong life in nematode worms. |
| M26 |
Magnets used to position intra-abdominal, laparoscopically inserted surgical instruments |
| M24 |
CMS: New transplant center accreditation approval rules |
| M24 |
Tai Chi boosts immune response to herpes zoster vaccine. |
| M24 |
Estrogen protects bone by inhibiting apoptosis of osteoblasts. |
| M23 |
Aminopterin found in tainted pet food. |
| M22 |
New book published to aid traveling dialysis patients |
| M22 |
Anemia drugs under review by Congress; request to suspend direct-to-consumer ads targeting oncology patients. |
| M22 |
FDA moves to limit participation of MDs with ties to pharma companies on its advisory boards. |
| M21 |
Want to fly to Mars? Watch your bone density! |
| M21 |
FDA approves eculizumab for treatment of paroxysmal nocturnal hemoglobinuria. |
| M21 |
FDA approves hydroxocobalamin to treat cyanide poisoning. |
| M21 |
More calories, fat than expected in Chinese takeout food. |
| M21 |
Spraying "essential oils" into the air reduces prevalence of MRSA in a hospital setting. |
| M21 |
Long-term cessation of smoking may reverse arterial stiffness. |
| M21 |
Fresenius doing well: 1 to 3 share split in the works. |
| M21 |
Front-page news stories about clinical trials largely negative; people who read those papers less likely to participate. |
| M20 |
Medicare contractors owe huge amount of taxes, GAO says. |
| M20 |
Lawsuit forces state of Arizona to pay for dialysis for legal and illegal immigrants. |
| M19 |
Minisub developed to explore the interior of an arterial blood vessel. |
| M19 |
More on pet food - kidney failure recall |
| M19 |
Multiple brands of pet food for dogs and cats found to cause kidney failure. Link to affected brands. |
| M16 |
FDA issues Medwatch SafetyAlert on linezolid (Zyvox) due to increased mortality rate |
| M16 |
Artificial lymph node implanted into mice. |
| M16 |
Fructose linked to deranged liver metabolism in rats, involving PPARs, leptin, and metabolic syndrome. |
| M16 |
Medicare to review payment policies for ESAs in view of FDA black box warning |
| M16 |
Debate about proposed new rules for organ allocation in the news. |
| M16 |
Findings expected in probe into unusual sicknesses and one death at Virginia dialysis unit |
| M16 |
Phthalate exposure linked to metabolic syndrome |
| M16 |
Chiropractic adjustment of C1 (atlas) markedly lowers blood pressure in randomized controlled trial |
| M16 |
Increased angiotensin 1-7 levels after ACE-I treatment may inhibit lung cancer |
| M16 |
Chest compressions without mouth-to-mouth better for out-of-hospital cardiac arrest |
| M16 |
An apple a day really does keep the doctor away. |
| M16 |
Substituting gallium for iron impedes growth of slime-forming bacteria. |
| M14 |
New PTFE vein graft with corkscrew blood flow shows increased patency. |
| M13 |
Copper in doorhandles and hospital fixtures may fight MRSA |
| M12 |
Advanced magnetics to present phase III data on ferumoxytol at the spring NKF meeting |
| M12 |
RPA statement regarding FDA black box warnings on ESA drugs |
| M12 |
Azole antifungal drugs found to be active against tuberculosis. |
| M11 |
Aspirin lowers risk of Staph bacteremia in hemodialysis patients with tunneled catheters |
| M11 |
Are current recommendations for vitamin D intake way too low? |
| M11 |
Another FDA link to the new Epogen/Procrit/Aranesp labels with black box warnings. |
| M11 |
Light-sensitive polymers that detect bacteria developed to monitor wound infection. |
| M10 |
AST applauds Congressional passage of bill facilitating paired organ donation. |
| M10 |
Links to FDA advisory on ESA drugs. |
| M09 |
Fresenius gets license to use HITS medical software for its nephrology patients |
| M09 |
MMWR reports on invasive MRSA infections in dialysis patients. |
| M09 |
FDA to require black box warnings on ESAs regarding complications associated with higher Hbs. |
| M08 |
ASN Renal Policy Express, March, 2007 |
| M08 |
Indian pharma firm Biocon unveils suite of immunosuppressive drugs aimed at the transplant market. |
| M08 |
UK National Health Service launches tool to help prevent infections in dialysis units. |
| M07 |
Satellite Health Care grant deadline is March 15. |
| M07 |
PET imaging useful in identifying kidney cancer. |
| M07 |
World Kidney Day coming up on March 8th. |
| M06 |
FDA approves aliskiren for treatment of hypertension. |
| M05 |
Triptolide, a drug derived from a Chinese herb reduces cysts in a mouse model of polycystic kidney disease. |
| M05 |
Dietary copper in the news after copper supplementation helps prevent heart failure in stressed rodents. |
| M05 |
Atkins diet may be the most effective with few obvious adverse effects |
| M05 |
Taking amphotericin B in oil by mouth may result in good efficacy, less renal toxicity. |
| M04 |
Former NFL Dallas Cowboys football player donates kidney to ex-teammate. |
| M03 |
MMWR reports on NHANES survey and CKD; prevalence appears to be increasing. |
| M03 |
Search Society for Interventional Radiology abstracts (2002-2006) (use keyword -dialysis-) |
| M03 |
Cryoablation for smaller kidney tumors in the news. |
| M03 |
Yale University to host symposium on Nephrogenic Fibrosing Dermopathy on May 4, 2007 in New Haven, CT. |
| M02 |
FDA warns about potential impact of change in calendar onset of daylight savings time on medical devices. |
| M02 |
Brown fat located in muscle fibers linked to resistance to obesity, type 2 DM in a mouse model. |
| M02 |
NEJM: Vancomycin-induced thrombocytopenia: the article link |
| M02 |
ASN Renal Policy Express. February, 2007. |
| M02 |
Chloramine not as effective as chlorine in protecting drinking water. |
| M01 |
Medicare financing for dialysis vs. transplant in the news: One patient's story |
| M01 |
Intake of certain vitamins found to be associated with decreased survival |
| M01 |
First hepatitis-E vaccine appears to be highly effective. |
| M01 |
AAKP Develops Nutrition Electronic Newsletter |
| F28 |
Abstracts from 2007 CRRT meeting, March 7-10 in San Diego, CA |
| F28 |
Nifedipine found to mobilize liver iron stores in an animal model of hemochromatosis. |
| F28 |
NEJM: Immune-mediated thrombocytopenia linked to vancomycin use. |
| F27 |
BBC documentary highlights dangers to hospital and dialysis staff from violence-prone patients |
| F27 |
Copper may be involved in angiogenesis. |
| F26 |
Garlic powerless against cholesterol. |
| F26 |
Distinctive odor of diarrhea may lead to rapid diagnostic test for Clostridium and Campylobacter infection. |
| F23 |
Method devised to store text messages in DNA of bacterial. |
| F23 |
MMWR: Nephrogenic fibrosing dermopathy. |
| F22 |
DaVita receives request from Office of Inspector General for info re Epogen claims. |
| F22 |
Blood pressure across countries linked to level of happiness of its inhabitants. |
| F22 |
Fosrenol launches in the United Kingdom today. |
| F22 |
Fresenius Medical Carefourth quarter profit rises 32%. |
| F21 |
Alagebrium, a drug that targets AGEs (advanced glycosylation end-products) given IP has beneficial effects on peritoneal permeability (animal study). |
| F21 |
Positioning cells in artificial organs with inkjet printer technology. |
| F21 |
Apolipoprotein C1 linked to obesity and type 2 diabetes in American Indians. |
| F20 |
Sertoli cells confer immune privilege in pancreas cells transplanted between pigs. |
| F20 |
It's official: dialysis firm Aksys shuts down. |
| F20 |
Sick teens in crisis: Organ transplant patients may die when insurance for medicine runs out. |
| F19 |
FDA Medwatch issues drug advisory on ESA use in cancer patients. |
| F19 |
Dialysis at night getting popular |
| F19 |
Woman survives 32 years on dialysis |
| F19 |
New ultrathin membrane raises hopes for microdialysis devices |
| F19 |
Relationship between circadian rhythm clock and blood pressure identified. |
| F19 |
CRP liver protein induces hypertension. |
| F19 |
Plant-derived omega-3 fatty acids may aid bone health |
| F16 |
MMWR reports on geographic variation in prevalence of heart disease in the U.S. |
| F16 |
Market research firm predicts vigorous growth of the dialysis equipment market. |
| F15 |
Cleveland Kidney Foundation honors Dr. Martin Schreiber, Jr. as Man of the Year |
| F14 |
Robot-assisted telemedicine rounds growing in popularity |
| F14 |
Neutrophil-derived peptidase enzyme found to be a key player in development of aortic aneurysms. |
| F13 |
Mad cow disease may be due to a virus. |
| F12 |
Type 2 diabetes genes mapped out |
| F10 |
Custom RV (recreational vehicle) lets dialysis patients hit the road. |
| F09 |
Should age determine who gets a kidney transplant? |
| F08 |
Compulsive gambling linked to drug treatment for restless legs syndrome. |
| F08 |
Stricter standards for dialysis workers proposed by Georgia State Senate. |
| F08 |
Rate of CKD due to type 2 diabetes soaring in Canada. |
| F08 |
NxStage shares soar after DaVita buys a 7% stake. |
| F07 |
Pine bark extract shown to be a potent inhibitor of GI glucose absorption |
| F06 |
Allied against kidney disease on World Kidney Day |
| F05 |
FDA approves new dosing recommendations for Rapamune (sirolimus) in high immunologic risk transplant patients. |
| F05 |
Kidney transplant to be broadcast live over the internet Tuesday, Feb 6, 18:50 hrs. |
| F04 |
International Center / Website for nephrogenic fibrosing dermopathy. |
| F04 |
Limit Hb to 12 g/dL in dialysis patients? Not so fast! (New study from Europe suggest that 13-15 g/dL may be OK if not better) |
| F03 |
42 British Columbia transplant patients received their kidneys in China. |
| F02 |
National Renal Alliance expands into Indiana |
| F02 |
The politics and cost issues relating to EPO in the news |
| F01 |
Oligofructose fiber a new potential weapon against obesity. |
| F01 |
Biotrends report of Dec 2006 survey on use of ESAs and phosphate binders. |
| F01 |
JASN: DRIVE study published: shows beneficial effects of giving IV iron when serum ferritin is high. |
| F01 |
Amgen and Fresenius establish joint research program in Europe |
| F01 |
Might Orlistat be an anti-cancer drug? Fatty acid synthase and endoplasmic reticulum involved in tumor cell growth. |
| J31 |
Retailers in the UK to remove trans fats from most foods. |
| J30 |
Broke up with your date? Maybe because you were too HLA compatible. |
| J30 |
DaVita says that government has closed the investigation into its business practices. |
| J30 |
Need a new aortic valve? No problem. We'll put one in percutaneously. |
| J30 |
One in eight men over age 50 found to have osteoporosis |
| J30 |
One third of young people who died suddenly and inexplicably had genetic arrhythmic heart defects. |
| J29 |
Carbonic anhydrase-I linked to blood vessel leakage in diabetic retinopathy |
| J29 |
Nephros gets conditional FDA approval to test hemodiafiltration module in the US |
| J29 |
Bacteriophages and antibiotics exhibit synergistic effect; may lower needed dose by a factor of 50. |
| J29 |
Health benefits of fruits and vegetables apply to their juices as well. |
| J29 |
Major link in brain-obesity puzzle found. |
| J28 |
New necrotizing toxin identified in dangerous, community acquired strain of multidrug-resistant Staph. aureus |
| J27 |
Amgen issues letter to physicians describing Aranesp results in cancer patients; no benefit and higher mortality rate. |
| J27 |
Stroke victims who suddenly lost the urge to smoke identify brain addiction region. |
| J26 |
Dialysis deaths at home from access hemorrhage prompt warning |
| J26 |
Radiology journal to recommend avoiding gadodiamide in patients with kidney disease because of nephrogenic systemic fibrosis |
| J24 |
Aksys to shut down operations |
| J22 |
Prozac and paxil associated with increased risk of falls and fractures |
| J22 |
Speculation rises that Amgen may win patent infringement case against Roche. |
| J22 |
New master gene that regulates autoimmunity and regulatory T cells identified. |
| J22 |
Surprising beneficial effects of losartan on muscle in mouse models of muscular dystrophy or Marfan syndrome |
| J22 |
Home microwave ovens useful for sterilization of sponges and towelettes. |
| J19 |
Potentially lethal strains of MRSA spreading to the community in the UK |
| J19 |
High-dose vitamin D prolongs lifespan in patients with advanced prostate cancer |
| J19 |
Nintendo Wii videogame use promotes weight loss (n=1). |
| J19 |
Columnist Art Buchwald dies of kidney failure |
| J17 |
Strong association between low LDL levels and Parkinson disease identified in small study. |
| J17 |
Hyperimmune response to 1918 flu virus is what made it so deadly. |
| J17 |
NSF (nephrogenic systemic fibrosis) after gadolinium reported at annual radiology meeting |
| J17 |
New class of insulin sensitizing compounds discovered for treating diabetes. |
| J17 |
Dialysis patient bleeds to death in casino after falling and cutting into his AV access. |
| J17 |
New handbook by LWW teaches the basics of dialysis to doctors and nurses. |
| J17 |
Interesterified fats being used to substitute for trans-fats, but new study shows that they are unhealthy, also. |
| J17 |
Woman dies of hyponatremia after participating in radio-sponsored water drinking contest. |
| J16 |
DNA test to be used to determine warfarin dose. |
| J16 |
Tomato-broccoli combo may be effective against prostate cancer; efficacy approaches that of castration. |
| J16 |
Doctor's sloppy handwriting alleged to kill 7,000 people annually. |
| J16 |
Two major kidney cancer trial reports in NEJM this week. |
| J16 |
Tsunami victims selling their kidneys because of financial pressure. |
| J15 |
Pancreatic-polypeptide containing chewing gum - a new potential weapon against obesity |
| J15 |
House passes Medicare drug bill. |
| J15 |
New gene linked to Alzheimer disease |
| J09 |
Milk appears to eliminate the cardiovascular benefits of tea |
| J09 |
Fresenius buys 51% stake in major dialysis service provider in Taiwan. |
| J09 |
Blogborygmi - a meta-analysis of physician-written blogs |
| J09 |
NKF Singapore suing its previous management in an attempt to recover funds. |
| J09 |
Paid Kidney Donation? "I sold my kidney to buy a T.V.!" |
| J09 |
Two Wisconsin companies get together to develop ingested products for hyperphosphatemia control. |
| J09 |
Carnosinase 1gene linked to progression to kidney failure in diabetics. |
| J09 |
Stromal cells in intestinal lymph nodes play a previously unknown role in immune tolerance. |
| J09 |
Potential bias in studies funded by the food industry or by pharma in the news. |
| J08 |
California considers widespread changes in its healthcare delivery system |
| J08 |
FDA posts patient movie clip on its site about the potential CV risks of higher Hb levels. |
| J08 |
RIND study published in KI shows decreased mortality in new hemodialysis patients randomized to sevelamer (Renagel) |
| J07 |
Google opens up full text patent search engine. |
| J04 |
Dr. Allen Nissenson to receive Lifetime Achievement Award in Hemodialysis |
| J04 |
MGH researchers identify Wilms' tumor (nephroblastoma) gene on the X-chromosome. |
| J04 |
Genzyme files new drug application with the FDA for sevelamer carbonate. |
| J03 |
Operations research management expert suggests a more efficient kidney allocation system. |
| J03 |
Marathon mice genetically engineered that are enriched in a new type (IIX) of muscle fiber. |
| J03 |
Two dialysis patients killed in transport van on way to dialysis center. |
| J03 |
Renal Advantage completes acquisition of Renalab. |
| J03 |
Jaw cortex width of less than 3 mm on dental X-rays is a good marker for osteoporosis |
| J03 |
Interferon treated hepatitis C patients likely to experience retinopathy |
| J02 |
Outcomes very different for kidney swap couples |
| J02 |
Cryoablation as an alternative method for treating kidney tumors at the Mayo Clinic. |
| J02 |
Higher serum uric acid levels associated with cognifitve impairment in the elderly. |
| J02 |
Twenty-five best dieting tips ever |
| J02 |
Moderate alcohol consumption in hypertensive men associated with lower risk of heart attack. |
| D31 |
Gene knockout technology creates healthy, prion-protein-free cows |
| D29 |
FDA evaluating safety of products from cloned animals; seeks outside comments. |
| D29 |
Boston docs lower anemia targets in response to CHOIR study. |
| D29 |
Disgruntled Michigan dialysis patient burns dialysis unit to the ground. |
| D29 |
Spiky surface coating kills bacteria. |
| D28 |
Advanced Magnetics stock surges on hopes for ferumoxytol. |
| D28 |
NY Times article questions whether blocking for-profit dialysis chains in New York is a good idea. |
| D28 |
Kisspeptin levels associated with seasonal sex drive in rodents; may play a role in human reproduction as well. |
| D27 |
Cattle vaccine against E. Coli O157:H7 approved for use in Canada. |
| D27 |
FDA: Dr. Kessler to Chair Global Task Force for Harmonization of Medical Device Practices |
| D27 |
Sales of Eakins' medical painting stirs controversy in Philadelphia. |
| D27 |
American Society of Hypertension at center of new controversy around physician-pharma conflicts of interests. |
| D27 |
Green vegetables may lower blood pressure via nitrates. |
| D26 |
Use of proton-pump inhibitors associated with increased risk of hip fracture. |
| D26 |
Study identifies liver glucose sensor involved in regulation of endogenous glucose production |
| D23 |
Turning the pages on-line: Historical medical books |
| D22 |
FDA announces that it is still evaluating a possible link between MRA with gadolinium and nephrogenic fibrosing dermopathy. |
| D22 |
Surgeons taller and better looking than internists. |
| D22 |
Prion-binding protein successfully removed variant CJD prions from banked animal blood. |
| D22 |
Multidrug resistant E. coli linked to antibiotic use on farms in the U.K. |
| D22 |
Kidney stones in children no longer a rarity, Johns Hopkins clinicians emphasize. |
| D22 |
NKF Singapore charity doing well - reduces charges to dialysis patients. |
| D21 |
President Bush signs bill that stops reimbursement rate reduction for docs and that ups dialysis payment amount by 1.6%. |
| D21 |
Patient sent home from ER complaining of bleeding from access site dies; family files and wins lawsuit. |
| D21 |
Genzyme files for FDA approval of sevelamer carbonbate - Renvela. |
| D20 |
Friendly microbes could make you fat: Bacteroides vs. Firmicutes |
| D20 |
FDA to require labeling changes for acetaminophen and for NSAIDs to highlight potential risks. |
| D20 |
Gene array analysis identifies 1800 types of bacteria in air samples taken around San Antonio and Austin, Texas. |
| D20 |
JAMA: A wide variety of cancers found to be increased (about threefold) in kidney transplant patients. |
| D20 |
Nanoparticles, kidney stones, vascular calcification, and calcifying bacteria: Mayo Clinic study suggests some links. |
| D19 |
Australians develop modified sugar product with low glycemic index. |
| D19 |
FDA warns about two cases of progressive multifocal leukoencephalopathy (PML) in lupus patients treated with rituximab. |
| D19 |
NKUDIC reports that percent of patients using fistulas in the U.S. has climbed from 30 to 42%. |
| D19 |
Wellbound continues to open self-care dialysis centers |
| D19 |
Last minute Medicare pay package freezes rates, postpones 5% pay cut. |
| D16 |
FDA action pumps up Baxter |
| D16 |
FDA updates labeling for Trasylol (aprotinin) regarding risk of renal dysfunction, anaphylaxis, and re-exposure. |
| D16 |
Roche application for FDA approval of anemia drug MIRCERA moving ahead. |
| D15 |
New theory of type 1 diabetes: Pancreatic sensory nerve damage and substance P - and you can prevent it in animals! |
| D15 |
VEGF blocker ranibuzumab shows impressive results in diabetic macular edema. |
| D15 |
Cytohesins may play a key, previously unrecognized, role in diabetes. |
| D15 |
FDA update on Taco Bell E. Coli outbreak: Iceberg lettuce probable cause; outbreak appears to be finished. |
| D14 |
AJKD: Some chains adjust EPO doses more diligently than others when Hb values are high. |
| D13 |
FDA approves test to detect Chagas disease in blood or organ donors. |
| D13 |
Budget increase for VA health care unlikely for 2007. |
| D13 |
Kidney Care Partners applauds U.S. Congress legislation incorporating inflation adjustment for dialysis services. |
| D13 |
Garlic: Good against vampires, but little protection against cardiovascular risk. |
| D12 |
ISN's World Congress of Nephrology accepting early registration for WCN2007, April 21-25, 2007 in Rio de Janeiro. |
| D12 |
An ugly side to stem cell research: Eastern European babies alleged to have been killed for stem cells. |
| D12 |
Phase 3 trial shows Avastin (bevacizumab) improves progression-free survival in renal cancer patients. |
| D12 |
FDA campaigns against use of quinine for conditions other than malaria; cautions against use of quinine for leg cramps. |
| D12 |
Diet resulting in 10% body weight loss leads to measurable loss in bone density over 1-year period. |
| D12 |
Man eats pastrami and cheesecake, has heart attack, sues Atkins company, unsuccessfully. |
| D12 |
New EPO-like drug mimics action of thrombopoietin: designed to treat thrombocytopenia. |
| D12 |
CMS policy update: Implementation of changes in ESRD payment for calendar year 2007. |
| D11 |
FDA proposes rules overhaul to expand access to experimental drugs. |
| D11 |
Congress votes to increases the dialysate composite rate by 1.6%. |
| D10 |
MRI scan used to quantify visceral fat. |
| D10 |
Three cases of vCJD (mad cow) disease transmitted by blood transfusion in the UK. |
| D10 |
More on green onions and toxigenic E. Coli - problems for California growers. |
| D09 |
NIH scientist pleads guilty to unauthorized income from pharma - gets 2 years probation. |
| D07 |
ESA use hearing at House Ways and Means Committee in the News (New York Times) |
| D06 |
Int Soc for Hemodialysis to present its trailblazer award to Dr. Lee Henderson at the 2007 ADC meeting. |
| D06 |
Green onions may be cause of toxigenic E. Coli in Taco Bell - associated cases. |
| D06 |
GAO report on bundling Medicare's payment for drugs with all ESRD services (pdf). |
| D05 |
Skinny scope passed like NG tube without sedation; permits easy upper GI tract endoscopy. |
| D05 |
Watch US House Ways and Means Committee Hearings on ESAs live (tomorrow Dec 6th 10:30 AM EST) |
| D05 |
Type 2 diabetes mellitus increasing markedly in children. |
| D05 |
Popular hair-growth drug finasteride markedly lowers serum PSA levels. |
| D04 |
Rosiglitazone vs. metformin or glyburide study: Is the benefit worth the disadavantages? |
| D04 |
New diagnostic recommendations published for diagnosis of pulmonary embolism. |
| D04 |
Focus on exercise rather than diet helps guard obese patients against further weight gain. |
| D04 |
Toxigenic E. Coli outbreakds in New Jersey and Long Island linked to fast food outlets. |
| D04 |
Rosiglitazone more effective than metformin or glyburide as monotherapy for type 2 DM. |
| D04 |
NIH researcher who received money from pharma and failed to disclose it facing criminal chargers. |
| D02 |
China states that it is banning transplant tourism. |
| D02 |
Aksys unable to maintain listing on NASDAQ stock exchange. |
| D02 |
NxStage reports that 1,000 patients now using its device for home dialysis. |
| D02 |
UK Transplant Games to be held in Edinburgh next July. |
| D02 |
India's Society of Nephrology prepares first report on CKD in India - socioeconomic problems highlighted. |
| D02 |
Amgen stock slips as Congress targets anemia drug cost and reimbursement. |
| D01 |
New stethoscope may be useful in noisy environments (like dialysis units) |
| D01 |
Handbook of Dialysis 4th edition now available; ships Dec 11th. |
| D01 |
High urinary sodium and urea concentrations in desmopressin-unresponsive enuresis. |
| N30 |
Gene identified that permits GI absorption of folate; same gene involved in iron uptake. |
| N30 |
Dynavax stock rises on news of positive results for Hepatis B vaccine in difficult to immunize patients. |
| N30 |
Spire gets SBIR grant to study antibacterial effects of selenium-coated dialysis catheters. |
| N30 |
MRSA infection becomes the basis for malpractice suits against hospitals in Britain. |
| N30 |
Nitrosamines in bacon linked to bladder cancer. |
| N30 |
House Ways and Means committee schedules hearing (viewable on the internet) on anemia drug safety for December 6th. |
| N30 |
Overfeeding of pets leading to obesity and diabetes. |
| N30 |
NKF to create panel of experts to evaluate safety of EPO-type drugs; story in major newspapers today. |
| N29 |
Mystery of ancient Greek astronomical calculator unveiled; it was the world's first computer. |
| N29 |
Procyanidins identified as cardiovascular protective agents in wines; French, Sardinian wines have the most. |
| N28 |
Genzyme researchers show promising results with drug against polycystic kidney disease. |
| N28 |
French woman is smiling one year after receiving a face transplant. |
| N28 |
Cruise company based in France launches dialysis while cruising program (Mediterranean and Nordic seas). |
| N28 |
NSAIDs may reduce the effectiveness of vaccines, including those against flu, HPV. |
| N28 |
Folic acid, homocysteine, and cardiovascular disease: (Full text article in BMJ) |
| N28 |
Meta-analysis published in BMJ supports folate supplementation to reduce heart disease risk. |
| N28 |
Researchers give robotic surgery tools a sense of touch. |
| N27 |
Statin use in otherwise healthy people of dubious benefit. |
| N27 |
Richard Lifton honored by two medical societies for work on hypertension. |
| N27 |
Gene linked to wet form of macular degeneration. |
| N27 |
In-center nocturnal dialysis program starts up in Oregon. |
| N26 |
Osteoporosis in men in the news. |
| N23 |
Copy number variation of genes markedly accentuates genetic differences among individuals. |
| N23 |
New data suggests spleen cells can reverse type 1 diabetes in mice. |
| N23 |
(Off topic): A most excellent website focusing on the origin of words in the English language. |
| N22 |
Baxter gettting into the bird flu vaccine biz. |
| N22 |
Tail coverage a problem for docs wanting to move to another state, |
| N21 |
Testosterone replacement appears safe for the prostate. |
| N21 |
CARE-2 study results suggest that PhosLo plus statin similar to Renagel in terms of vascular calcification. |
| N20 |
Gut parasites in dragonflies cause "metabolic syndrome". |
| N20 |
CERA results reported at ASN |
| N19 |
Roche and Amgen prepare to do battle. |
| N19 |
Overweight kidney donors face risks; may be due to increased renal blood flow. |
| N19 |
Vitamin E coated dialyzers result in higher Hb values in dialysis patients. |
| N18 |
Advanced Magnetics stock price rises on positive trial results for ferumoxytol. |
| N18 |
CMS plans to open up physician-prescribing drug database to researchers |
| N18 |
Link to FDA health advisory |
| N18 |
FDA issues alert: now says Hb should not go above 12 g/dL. |
| N18 |
Is lanthanum carbonate (Fosrenol) good for the bones? |
| N17 |
Two Singapore dialysis foundations (KDF and NKF) considering a merger. |
| N16 |
More evidence linking gadolinium to nephrogenic fibrosing dermopathy. |
| N16 |
Reanalysis of TNT study presented at AHA: Suggests high-dose atorvastatin lowers stroke, CV risk in CKD patients. |
| N16 |
Resveratrol makes champion athletes out of fat mice eating a high-fat diet. |
| N16 |
NEJM: CHOIR study. Hb targets 11.3 vs. 13.5. Risk ratio 1.34 in high-Hb group. |
| N16 |
NEJM: CREATE study: (GFR 15-35) Hb 10.5-11.5 vs. 13-15; no benefits of higher Hb target. |
| N16 |
Two anemia studies: CHOIR and CREATE published in NEJM today are raising regulatory concerns. |
| N15 |
Tolvaptan paper published in NEJM - novel treatment for hyponatremia. |
| N15 |
Fresenius completes acquisition of PhosLo from Nabi. |
| N14 |
Baxter announces 4 winners of Renal Discovery Grants in its Extramural Grant Program. |
| N14 |
Genzyme calls for research proposals for its grant program |
| N14 |
Results of TROPHY prehypertension study suggesting benefit of candesartan are questioned. |
| N14 |
National Kidney Foundation launches new phase of KEEP - to help patients in early stages of CKD. |
| N14 |
Lymphostat (belimumab) effective against lupus in paper presented at rheumatology meeting. |
| N14 |
Nabi reaches deal with hedge fund on directors, chairman. |
| N14 |
Gastric bypass ups kidney stone risk. |
| N14 |
Fat cells stimulate the adrenal glands to secrete aldosterone: obesity - hypertension link? |
| N14 |
Encouraging preliminary results with vaccine to treat kidney cancer. |
| N14 |
Homocysteine, B vitamin link to osteoporosis to be investigated in UK study. |
| N14 |
NEJM: No survival benefit to angioplasty done 24 hours after myocardial infarction. |
| N13 |
American Heart Association Scientific Sessions daily news: Tuesday, Nov 14 |
| N13 |
American Heart Association meets in Chicago: Monday, Nov. 13 news (pdf) |
| N13 |
American Heart Association meets in Chicago: Sunday, Nov. 12 news (pdf) |
| N13 |
Pioglitazone reduces progression of atherosclerosis in diabetics |
| N12 |
Renal Care's Harry Jacobson to start a chain of outpatient radiation oncology treatment centers |
| N11 |
Link between low systolic blood pressure and poor outcome in heart failure patients highlighted in nonuremics. |
| N10 |
ASN Renal Policy Express; November, 2006. |
| N10 |
Asia on brink of diabetes disaster, experts warn. |
| N10 |
Nanorust clears arsenic from drinking water. |
| N10 |
FDA approves pramipexole (Mirapex) for treatment of restless legs syndrome in nonuremics |
| N10 |
FDA considers expanding patient access to experimental medications |
| N10 |
New technique can block VEGF inside cells, with implications for retinal neovascularization, cancer. |
| N09 |
US FDA will be strenghtening its postmarket program to monitor medical device safety. |
| N09 |
Spire now marketing a heparin-bonded dialysis catheter. |
| N09 |
Exercise and cutting calories each lower risk of diabetes to a similar extent. |
| N09 |
New transplant study shows lower acute rejection rates with thymoglobulin than with basiliximab. |
| N09 |
Nephrologist expresses concern about high Hct levels; CHOIR study to be published this month. |
| N08 |
Low carbohydrate diet lowers cardiovascular risk in Nurses Health Study (NEJM) |
| N08 |
ACE2 enzyme may hold key to treatment of diabetic kidney disease. |
| N08 |
Myosin-6 linked to prostate cancer |
| N08 |
Chloroquine may improve metabolic syndrome. |
| N07 |
Michigan researchers link gene mutation in phospholipase C epsilon to podocytes, infantile kidney failure. |
| N07 |
Retinal MRI poised to advance diagnosis of many types of retinopathy |
| N07 |
Endotoxin core in bacteria linked to plant chloroplasts |
| N07 |
Why do we eat mindlessly and what would induce us to stop? |
| N07 |
Canadian renal technologist wins CANNT award. |
| N07 |
Working a swing shift? May not be good for your health (if you're a mouse). |
| N06 |
German scientists synthesize a new class of prion-busting compounds. |
| N06 |
Kidney transplant scandal in Japanese hospital |
| N06 |
Lipoic acid may retard vascular stiffening, aging, via ceramide and phosphatases. |
| N06 |
Post-menopausal hormone therapy does not improve quality of life for women. |
| N06 |
Nationwide registered nurse shortage persists |
| N06 |
Pharma companies lobbying against Prop. 89 in California |
| N06 |
Gambro restructures itself into 3 independent companies |
| N02 |
Study shows strong link between serum uric acid levels and hypertension in African Americans |
| N02 |
Life saving pump lets heart heal |
| N01 |
Flat computer keyboard could reduce risk of MRSA spread in hospitals |
| N01 |
Da Vita's Q3 profit markedly higher. |
| N01 |
Resveratrol improves health and possibly lifespan of mice fed a high-fat diet. |
| N01 |
RPA's annual meeting on March 9-12, 2007 to focus on Improving Nephrologists' Efficiency |
| O31 |
Entecavir suppresses viral load in chronic hepatitis B patients. |
| O31 |
Shire launches phase IIIB study of epoetin delta. |
| O31 |
Device measures skin fluorescence to determine amount of accumulated AGE burden in diabetics. |
| O31 |
Iran's desperate kidney traders. |
| O31 |
NxStage reports Q3 results - up 268% over 2005. |
| O31 |
Fresenius Medical Care reports Q3 results - doing very well. |
| O30 |
Vaccine protects mice against multidrug resistant Staph aureus. |
| O30 |
CMS to fine tune its policy on covering costs of procedures performed in the course of clinical trials |
| O30 |
CDC publishes guidelines for vaccinating CKD patients |
| O30 |
Ribavirin plus Infergen twice as good as standard therapies to control hepatitis C. |
| O30 |
Nursing shortage? We'll just replace them with robots (or maybe not) ! |
| O30 |
Pharma supported patient education sites under the microscope. |
| O30 |
NKF and Abbott team up to provide pre-ESRD nutrition education |
| O30 |
UT Southwestern looking for patients with severe CHF for optimizer device study. |
| O30 |
Art Buchwald is still around - pens book on death and dying. |
| O29 |
Three-in-one virus killing lymphocytes control virus infections post-transplant |
| O26 |
Phase 3 trial design for belimumab to treat SLE approved by FDA |
| O26 |
Joslin Clinic launches free educational videos for patients with diabetes |
| O26 |
FDA approves telbivudine (Tyzeka) for treatment of chronic hepatitis B |
| O26 |
IL-23 gene of key importance in protecting against inflammatory bowel disease |
| O25 |
Former Renal Care Group executive Brukardt emerges with new company. |
| O25 |
Rockwell gets Canadian patent for dry acid dialysate concentrate |
| O25 |
FDA expands alert on counterfeit glucose test strips |
| O25 |
Should we pay each kidney donor $33,000? |
| O25 |
FDA device director Schulz talks to Congress about reuse of SUDs. |
| O25 |
Use of subcu EPO could save Medicare 537 M dollars, according to newspaper report. |
| O25 |
Human tests underway on intravascular stents that dissolve. |
| O24 |
NK-1 receptor in skin and substance P identified as being responsible for heat-associated vasodilatation. |
| O24 |
Efficacy of UNOS investigations of poorly performing transplant programs called into question |
| O24 |
CMS proposes limits on billing for diagnostic tests orders through self-referral. |
| O24 |
RCT initiated to study benefits of endovascular cooling during catheterization to prevent RC nephropathy |
| O23 |
U.S. District court refuses to dismiss Amgen's patent infringement suit against Roche |
| O23 |
Kidney dialysis center deal with Amgen blocks Roche |
| O23 |
FDA approves once-a-day Coreg (carvedilol) CR for 3 cardiovascular indications |
| O23 |
Amgen's enemies discussed in Forbes article |
| O23 |
Nephros mid-dilution filter results to be presented at Renal Week 2006. |
| O23 |
How one dialysis unit in Mississippi coped with Katrina. |
| O23 |
Diabetes susceptibility gene has important impact on whether or not type 2 DM will develop. |
| O21 |
High bread consumption linked to renal carcinoma |
| O20 |
Vitamin supplementation has no effect on atherosclerosis progression |
| O19 |
Macular degeneration gene identified |
| O19 |
Risk-benefit advantages questioned for pioglitazone in Cochrane systematic literature review. |
| O19 |
Fresenius NA enters into sourcing and supply agreement with Amgen |
| O18 |
Benefits of eating fish outweigh the risks |
| O18 |
NABI announces positive results from PhosLo in stage 4 CKD |
| O18 |
Cockcroft Gault equation (modified) better than MDRD for adjusting vancomycin dose in the elderly. |
| O18 |
Rockwell submits dose ranging study for dialysis solution iron supplement to FDA |
| O17 |
AAKP seeking nominations for Medal of Excellence Award for 2007. |
| O17 |
FDA approves new treatment for diabetets - Januvia (sitagliptin) |
| O13 |
Diethylene glycol-tainted cough syrup cause of multiple deaths, renal failure, in Panama. |
| O13 |
Serotonin reuptake inhibitors increase bone mass. |
| O12 |
Cause of E. Coli O157:H7 on lettuce linked to cow pies in neighboring field |
| O12 |
Human carriage of drug-resistant microbes linked to consumption of poultry |
| O12 |
Get on scale daily to keep off lost pounds. |
| O12 |
Higher magnesium intake lowers type 2 diabetes risk in African American women |
| O12 |
Fresenius to buy calcium acetate phosphate binder from Nabi. |
| O11 |
Fresenius to split its shares 3:1 and to convert to a European SE type of corporation to facilitate international expansion. |
| O11 |
Most decaffeinated coffee contains substantial amounts of caffeine |
| O10 |
Key gene controlling kidney development (Six2) found. |
| O10 |
Biodegradable gel stops bleeding promptly |
| O10 |
European Union countries face tuberculosis crisis due to extremely resistant strains. |
| O10 |
FDA statement on lettuce recall because of E. Coli in irrigation water. |
| O10 |
Domino transplant approach makes best use of donated organs |
| O09 |
Obese men have lower baseline PSA levels; cancer may occur when PSA only slightly elevated. |
| O09 |
New Zealand patient now 30 years on home hemodialysis. |
| O09 |
Chronic hepatitis C carrier state eliminated in an animal model by blocking interleukin-10. |
| O07 |
Ground beef recalled in central U.S. due to suspected toxigenic E. Coli contamination. |
| O06 |
Drinking cola tied to bone loss in women |
| O06 |
Combination of two new anti-HIV drugs produces remarkable results. |
| O06 |
Nephros gets grant to develop water purification system for U.S. Marine Corps. |
| O05 |
New calculator up on HDCN to compute the standard Kt'V for 3-7x/week therapies. |
| O05 |
Aksys gets delivery of next-generation dialysis machine prototype from the makers of the Segway. |
| O05 |
Aspirin blocks tumor growth by interfering with angiogenesis. |
| O04 |
HDCN: Final group of ASDIN talks, ADC audiofiles on BP and osteodystrophy; role of ACE-2; transplant and HCV; Anemia ANNA symposium (video). |
| O04 |
Pine tree bark extract improves functional measures of diabetic microangiopathy. |
| O03 |
Baxter getting out of the transfusion business. |
| O03 |
Sorafenib lowers risk of brain metastasis in kidney cancer. |
| O03 |
Benefits of ultralow LDL cholesterol targets (70 mg/dL) questioned. |
| O02 |
High magnesium diet (in people without kidney disease) linked to lower risk of diabetes |
| O02 |
Drs. Fire and Mello get Nobel Prize in medicine for RNA interference discovery |
| O02 |
Mild vitamin C deficiency inhibits fat oxidation during submaximal exercise; may contribute to obesity. |
| O02 |
FDA traces E. Coli - contaminated spinach to one set of farms in California. |
| S29 |
Chinese version of international organ transplant website reopened |
| S29 |
Utah offers Fresenius tax rebates to expand its operations in state. |
| S29 |
Chicago-area nephrologist (Mahurkar) wins 20 M in patent infringement suit against CR Bard, |
| S29 |
US OIG (Office of the Inspector General) upcoming audits to focus on EPO (p. 26, PDF) |
| S28 |
Amgen colon cancer drug gets FDA approval |
| S28 |
NEJM: Islet cell transplantation paper |
| S28 |
Feds withdraw threat to cut off funding to Kaiser SF transplant program, which is being shut down anyway. |
| S28 |
Meditor working on development of intradialytic hypotension drug. |
| S28 |
Pancreatic islet cell transplant in diabetes works - sort of (NEJM paper) |
| S28 |
Invasive streptococci produce a protein that destroys interleukin-8 and impedes WBC recruitment. |
| S27 |
Organ sales from executed prisoners thriving in China |
| S27 |
Sensitive and specific new biomarker (HAAH) to identify early prostate cancer. |
| S27 |
U.S. House and Senate pass bill allowing purchase of drugs from Canada |
| S27 |
La Jolla Pharm announces addition of new sites, reactivation of Riquent (abetimus) study to treat lupus. |
| S27 |
CDC-MMWR: O157:H7 infections associated with consumption of fresh spinach. |
| S26 |
Use of viral load to predict HIV progression called into question. |
| S26 |
Generex develops metformin-containing chewing gum, oral insulin spray, as novel drug-release products. |
| S26 |
Affymax published initial phase 1 results of Hematide in improving reticulocyte count in healthy volunteers. |
| S26 |
Sulfasalazine appears to prevent / improve cirrhosis of the liver. |
| S26 |
Genetic variations in MHC (major histocompatibility locus) posted on-line, clues for transplant and immune diseases. |
| S26 |
H2-blocker (famotidine) appears to have a beneficial effect in heart failure. |
| S25 |
FDA publishes rule for validation data requirement for reused single-use devices. |
| S22 |
HDCN: More vascular access ASDIN 2006 talks; 2006 ADC PD fundamentals audiofiles; Thrombolytics and venous catheters; Acid-base |
| S21 |
Spire gets FDA approval to marked silver-coated hemodialysis catheter. |
| S21 |
Siemens to supply RO water treatment units throughout China. |
| S20 |
Does vitamin D protect the kidney against diabetes? |
| S20 |
Gadodiamide exposure and nephrogenic systemic fibrosis |
| S19 |
FDA approves posoconazole to treat Aspergillus and Candida fungal infections. |
| S19 |
Poor quality of sleep linked to poor glucose control in type 2 diabetics. |
| S19 |
Demographic data suggest that sunlight exposure via vitamin D lowers kidney cancer risk. |
| S19 |
Paclitaxel-eluting mesh stops neointimal hyperplasia cold in animal study. |
| S19 |
Fresenius-built home dialysis machine alleged to have caused fatal home fire in lawsuit. |
| S18 |
Low blood levels previously thought to be safe linked to risk of CV death |
| S18 |
ESRD patients with implantable defibrillators at higher risk of arrhythmia. |
| S18 |
Food and drugs pass through the stomach very quickly or quite slowly. |
| S17 |
Glutamic acid decarboxylase (GAD) vaccine may prevent type 1 diabetes |
| S16 |
Spinach E. Coli scare grows |
| S15 |
Toxigenic E. Coli outbreak tied to bagged spinach - people affected in 8 states. |
| S14 |
MMWR documents rising tide of obesity in the United States. |
| S14 |
Judge fast tracks patent infringement suit against Roche by Amgen |
| S14 |
Risks of higher Hb levels (CHOIR study unpublished results) in the news. |
| S14 |
Australian team discovers structure of insulin receptor. |
| S14 |
Spleen may be target for successful therapy of lupus. |
| S14 |
Pioglitazone shows benefits in terms of cardiovascular outcomes. |
| S14 |
Multidrug-resistant TB spreading in South Africa. |
| S13 |
NIH loan repayment programs for clinical research, esp. for those from disadvantaged backgrounds. |
| S13 |
More bad news in JAMA paper about CV and kidney risks of COX-2 inhibitors and NSAIDS |
| S12 |
New class of pain relievers may help, not hurt, the heart |
| S12 |
Pancreatic primordia cells from pigs reverse type 1 or type 2 diabetes in rats |
| S11 |
H5N1 bird flu virus deaths depend on heavy viral load, cytokine storm |
| S11 |
NKDEP program to standardize serum creatinine measurements |
| S11 |
Good news: Fountain of youth gene identified. Bad news: It causes cancer! |
| S11 |
Advanced Magnetic (ferumoxytol) hires Brenner, Salem, in top positions |
| S11 |
Mandarin oranges appear to cut liver cancer risk in Japan |
| S11 |
Canadian home dialysis patients seek rebate for water, electricity costs. |
| S11 |
NKF Singapore - donors returning. Focus on reducing dialysis care costs |
| S11 |
Bacterial conversation stoppers may block formation of biofilm |
| S11 |
Chitosan (from crabs and shrimp) found to block formation of biofilm. |
| S11 |
Want to fight fat? Eat brown seaweed! |
| S11 |
New genetic method to detect early multiple myeloma |
| S08 |
MMWR: Locally acquired, mosquito-transmitted malaria in California and other states. |
| S08 |
Typical diets are deficient in choline, especially for women. |
| S07 |
Pre-eclampsia breakthrough hope (NEJM) |
| S07 |
Traveling Canadian couple outfits RV to do nocturnal hemodialysis on the road. |
| S06 |
Chronic sinusitis linked to immune response to parasites and chitinase enzyme levels |
| S06 |
Advanced Magnetics completes enrollment for phase 3 trial of ferumoxytol IV iron. |
| S06 |
Virtually untreatable type of tuberculosis being identified worldwide |
| S05 |
Pioglitazone reduces secondary stroke risk by 50%. |
| S05 |
Carbon monoxide cytoprotective effect may explain lower risk of pre-eclampsia in smoking moms. |
| S05 |
U.S approves humanitarian use of Abiocor permanently implanted total artificial heart. |
| S05 |
Australian dialysis patient dies after following a 10-day detox diet while suspending dialysis treatments. |
| S05 |
U. Colorado researches identify gene that markedly increases risk of type 1 diabetes |
| S05 |
Good one-year control of BP with aliskiren (Rasilez) presented at World Congress of Cardiology |
| S04 |
Illinois-area nephrologists - NKF Illinois CME program on September 10, 2006 in Chicago. |
| S04 |
Obesity pandemic is sweeping the world |
| S04 |
Orange juice increases urinary citrate better than lemonade |
| S04 |
Mutation affecting platelets gives clues about crescentic glomerulonephritis |
| S04 |
International trade commision rules in Roche's favor about CERA |
| S03 |
Medicare chief McClellan is resigning. |
| S01 |
Fruit and vegetable juice consumption markedly lowers Alzheimer risk |
| A31 |
Security, privacy risk from information retrievable from discarded cell phones |
| A30 |
Human body part law tightened in the UK |
| A30 |
Carbs linked to obesity in a mouse model |
| A28 |
Most important discovery in the field of inflammation in the past decade? |
| A25 |
NKDEP launches creatinine standardization program |
| A25 |
Benefits of drinking tea touted; dehydrating effect of caffeine-containing beverages questioned. |
| A24 |
FDA proposes system to systematically register and uniquely identify all drugs sold in the U.S. |
| A24 |
Ohio research study ways of removing microcystins (blue algae toxins) from Lake Erie water. |
| A22 |
NEJM: New study shows BMI greater than 25 associated with higher death risk in middle-aged people. |
| A22 |
Satellite Healthcare announces 2006 Grant Award recipients |
| A21 |
Red and white wine may be equally good for the heart |
| A21 |
Decorated needles calm patients |
| A21 |
Some diabetologists changing views of lower-carb diets for type 2 diabetes control. |
| A21 |
Probiotic lactobacillus anti-caries added to chewing gum to prevent tooth decay |
| A20 |
Art Buchwald back at Martha's Vineyard, leads charity auction |
| A20 |
Serial killer nurse donates kidney |
| A20 |
How HIV exhausts killer T cells by activating PD-1 |
| A19 |
Spray on bacteriophages approved to control Listeria on meat; toxigenic E. Coli next on the list. |
| A19 |
FDA orders body parts harvesting company to shut down |
| A18 |
Role of BMI as a measure of obesity and cardiovascular risk questioned. |
| A18 |
Genetic clues to cardiomyopathy and sudden death found in mice - emphasis on the right ventricle |
| A18 |
Violent dialysis patient sentenced to 9 months in jail |
| A18 |
NEJM: Daptomycin as good as gent + vanc for Staph. aureus endocarditis |
| A18 |
Arkansas gets aggressive with childhood obesity. |
| A18 |
CDC: New U.S. blood lead survey data results: prevalence of elevated blood lead levels slowly improving. |
| A17 |
FDA approves use of clopidogrel for ST-segment elevating MI treated medically. |
| A16 |
Antibiotic skin infections becoming commonplace |
| A14 |
American Kidney Fund taking applications for Clinical Scientist in Nephrology award (deadline Dec 1) |
| A10 |
Fuel shortage in Lebanon leads to crisis in hospitals, dialysis units. |
| A10 |
Mayo Clinic researchers come up with consensus for use of bisphosphonates in multiple myeloma. |
| A10 |
CMS proposes payment changes for docs and drug add-on adjustment for dialysis centers in 2007. |
| A10 |
Genzyme suing Bone Care employees who started Cytochroma to make new D derivatives. |
| A10 |
Record fine expected against Kaiser Permanente for transplant debacle. |
| A09 |
Peritoneal dialysis using perfluorocarbons to help oxygenate the blood (animal model) |
| A09 |
Chronically high blood sugar linked to risk of cognitive impairment |
| A09 |
FDA seeks comments on use of identifier system for medical devices |
| A07 |
Elderly should take probiotics |
| A07 |
Latex in food wrappers may be a source of allergy. |
| A05 |
New BioBlower technology eliminates air-borne bacteria, spores in hospital settings. |
| A05 |
Implantable mesh has good results for treating stress urinary incontinence in women |
| A05 |
Rapist jailed for attacks on dialysis unit staff |
| A04 |
Medical tourism agencies take business overseas. |
| A04 |
New research gives clues as to why IVIG works in autoimmune disease (sialic acid). |
| A04 |
Oral bisphosphonate risk slight, but dental patients should be aware. |
| A03 |
Fresenius doing well - 2nd quarter operating income increases by 56% |
| A03 |
Is saturated fat evil? Think again. CLAs in dairy act similar to PPAR agonists; may be of benefit in diabetes |
| A02 |
DaVita second quarter profit rises 19 percent |
| A02 |
Gout increases the risk of heart attack |
| A01 |
Immune drug trial debacle leaves test subject facing risk of cancer, auto-immune disease. |
| J31 |
Scripps research scientists test anti-obesity vaccine |
| J31 |
Survey of FDA scientists documents political interference in drug approval process |
| J31 |
MMWR: New multidrug-resistant strain of HIV identified in New York |
| J31 |
Studies in mice show mechanism of steroid-related osteoporosis (cortisone receptors on osteoclasts). |
| J31 |
American Kidney Fund and Genzyme announce Medicare Part D assistance fund for Renagel |
| J31 |
Primary care doctors failing to diagnose and refer chronic kidney disease |
| J31 |
Turkish doctors work to help kidney patients in Lebanon |
| J30 |
Recycling medical devices raises concerns |
| J28 |
Fish oil helps people lose weight. |
| J28 |
NxStage reports Q2 results. |
| J28 |
Medi-honey helps heal problem wounds |
| J28 |
Nanotech used to concentrate angiostatin-like drugs in vascular plaques. |
| J28 |
New optical scattering method can detect and identify bacteria on plastic surfaces. |
| J28 |
Benefits of domino organ donation program suggested by Lancet study |
| J27 |
Johns Hopkins to study progression of CKD in children |
| J26 |
Glaxo claims breakthrough in manufacture of bird flu vaccine. |
| J26 |
Genzyme to manufacture Thymoglobulin in Waterford, Ireland. |
| J26 |
Power outages in St. Louis create concern for dialysis patients. |
| J26 |
Roche launches new website for organ transplant community. |
| J25 |
Digitalis relatively safe treatment for diastolic heart failure. |
| J24 |
Rockwell gearing up to study efficacy of dialysis solution-based iron therapy. |
| J24 |
Evidence presented at WTC that steroid-free immunosuppression for renal Tx is a good option. |
| J23 |
Montreal dialysis patients protest against discontinuation of free taxi ride system. |
| J23 |
Call for dialysis nurses to assist in storm-ravaged St. Louis area. |
| J22 |
Detection of beta-amyloid in the lens of the eye may allow early detection of Alzheimer disease |
| J21 |
Fresenius to debut calcium-acetate / magnesium-carbonate phosphorus binder in Germany. |
| J21 |
Kidney donors often pay a financial price. |
| J20 |
British Columbia unveils novel organ transplant donor expense reimbursement system. |
| J20 |
New antibiotic tygecycline available in the UK to treat MRSA. |
| J20 |
Mayo Clinic researchers discover a genetic cause of atrial fibrillation. |
| J19 |
FDA approves automated screening and confirmatory test for hepatitis B. |
| J19 |
Baxter loses dialysis machine patent infringement case against Fresenius. |
| J18 |
EDTA-ERA: New data shows effectiveness of lanthanum (Fosrenol) |
| J18 |
EDTA-ERA: Roche CERA effective for anemia with once-a-month dosing. |
| J18 |
EDTA/ERA: Phosphate control with calcium acetate superior to that with sevelamer. |
| J17 |
Diabetes linked to Alzheimer's disease |
| J15 |
NEJM: Transmission of tuberculosis from health care workers. |
| J15 |
Sale of kidneys debated in British Medical Journal |
| J15 |
Does the electronic medical record threaten patient confidentiality? |
| J15 |
Sleep deprivation doubles risk of obesity in both children and adults |
| J15 |
Retinal blood vessel width may be a good indicator of coronary artery disease risk. |
| J15 |
Controlling movement through thought alone |
| J12 |
Aksys faces NASDAQ delisting |
| J11 |
CORA signs agreement with Renal Advantage, Inc. |
| J11 |
EDTA/ERA 2006 accepted abstracts link |
| J10 |
Some drug metabolism / detoxification has a pronounced circadian rhythm. |
| J07 |
Amgen loses in bid to prevent CERA importation into US by ITC complaint. |
| J07 |
Florida dialysis units prepare for hurricanes with generators and tanker trucks. |
| J07 |
Does your patient have BSE or mad cow? New blood test detects early, preclinical cases in animals. |
| J06 |
Statins inhibit replication of hepatitis C virus |
| J05 |
Liver damage due to moderate doses of acetaminophen highlighted in JAMA paper |
| J04 |
Dialysis pioneer in Alaska eases into retirement |
| J04 |
Art Buchwald leaves hospice, returns to Martha's Vineyard |
| J03 |
Study suggests infectious cause of type 1 diabetes |
| J03 |
Fish oil emulsion instead of Intralipid (soybean oil) for parenteral nutrition prevents/reverses liver damage. |
| J02 |
Cytochroma acquires Proventiv Therapeutics to commercialize new Vitamin D products for CKD market |
| J02 |
MMWR: Updated 2006 influenza prevention and control guidelines from the CDC. |
| J01 |
Netrins grow nerves in diabetic mice. |
| J01 |
Keryx announces completion of phase 2 dose-finding results for iron-based phosphate binder Zerenex. |
| J29 |
Links between UF device maker and non-profit research institution funding studies of the device questioned. |
| J29 |
NHLBI offers DASH diet eating guide |
| J29 |
Don Joseph to join Renal Solutions Board of Directors |
| J29 |
Affymax and Takeda in joint venture to commercialize Hematide |
| J29 |
Charlie Rose interview (free video) with Warren Buffett and Bill and Melinda Gates on the 37 B gift to the Gates Foundation |
| J28 |
How to restrict access to your medication prescribing data |
| J28 |
Did you know that drug companies have full access to your medication prescribing data? |
| J28 |
NEJM: B vitamins given to the elderly for 2 years fail to affect cognitive performance. |
| J28 |
NEJM: Acetylcysteine protects against contrast nephropathy in angioplasty patients |
| J28 |
UK NHS recommends against beta-blocker use for initial treatment of hypertension. |
| J24 |
Does coffee protect against alcoholic cirrhosis? |
| J24 |
Dialysis patient and ironman competitor brings hope. |
| J24 |
Alonzo Mourning's NBA championship ring a testimony to health after transplantation. |
| J24 |
US berates Kaiser over kidney effort |
| J22 |
New fat-burnng gene linked to metabolic syndrome. |
| J22 |
Research identifies protein in mice that regulates bone formation |
| J21 |
Woman accused of embezzling 1.5 M from dialysis clinic to buy furs and fancy cars. |
| J20 |
Type 2 diabetes rate doubles in last 30 years. |
| J20 |
ISMP and FDA issue medical abbreviation blacklist - QOD, IU, ug, qHS, all likely to cause errors (pdf) |
| J20 |
AHA issues new dietary recommendations; saturated and trans-fat intakes further limited |
| J20 |
Molecular mechanisms of vaccine against type 1 diabetes is revealed. |
| J20 |
FDA concern about Aksys marketing of extended treatment times for its machine. |
| J19 |
NKF transplant games athletes prove that life can be vigorous after transplant. |
| J19 |
New egg freezing technique may be of interest to patients undergoing cytotoxic therapy. |
| J16 |
Shire's ESA drug DYNEPO reports good results in CKD patients |
| J16 |
CARI (Australasian) Clinical Practice Guidelines published (53 free full text review papers!) |
| J16 |
Precise gene defects identified that cause lupus in mice. |
| J16 |
Rats that don't shower every day may be protected against autoimmune disease. |
| J16 |
Spill of dialysis concentrate causes panic in Boston :-) |
| J15 |
FDA alert on nephrogenic fibrosing dermopathy - gadolinium contrast agents for MRA may be involved. |
| J14 |
ASN June Renal Express |
| J14 |
Hyperglycemia in non-diabetic ICU patients predictive of mortality, esp. in cardiovascular disease |
| J14 |
Low carb diet improves glycemic control in diabetes (pdf) |
| J14 |
Low carb diet reverses progressive renal disease in diabetic (case report) |
| J14 |
Feeding monkeys a high trans-fat diet markedly adds to abdominal fat. |
| J14 |
Serum levels of retinol-binding-protein-4 reliably predict insulin resistance. |
| J12 |
U.S. Transplant games, June 16-21, Louisville, KY. |
| J12 |
30 yrs. with a kidney transplant and then death after a cat bite. |
| J12 |
Encouraging results for folic acid as a cancer prevention drug. |
| J12 |
Ruboxistaurin helps protect vision in diabetics with nonproliferative retinopathy |
| J08 |
Is the Mayo Clinic GFR estimating equation better than MDRD for predicting CV risk? |
| J08 |
Benefits of potassium-enriched salt on CV mortality in elderly men |
| J08 |
Fruit and vegetable intake has beneficial effects on bone via many mechanisms. |
| J08 |
Renal Solutions reincarnates a newer, better Redy cartridge system for home and ICU dialysis. |
| J08 |
Pittsburgh students hunt for bacteriophages in the dirt around campus |
| J08 |
GCN5 protein key to regulation of glucose release by liver cells. |
| J07 |
Transplants: Soon a thing of the past? Australians grow beating heart tissue. |
| J07 |
Congenital malformations with first-trimester ACE-inhibitor therapy. |
| J07 |
Gleevec/paclitaxel may be an answer to treat metastatic prostate cancer |
| J07 |
Machine translator lets computers understand and write up, scientific experiments |
| J06 |
DaVita forms charitable trust to focus on patient education. |
| J06 |
Regulation of NFAT1c - a new way to build bone. |
| J06 |
Mayo clinic shows that thalidomide plus dexamethasone for multiple myeloma gives better results. |
| J06 |
FDG PET useful in detecting hard-to-detect chronic osteomyelitis |
| J06 |
Calcium from foods important to bone health |
| J06 |
Links between smoking and osteoporosis becoming more clear. |
| J05 |
Shire, Roche, Stada all expected to launch ESAs in Europe in 2007 and 2008. |
| J05 |
Isis Pharma gets orphan drug status for familial hypercholesterolemia drug. |
| J05 |
International trial to see whether or not niacin can prevent heart attacks and strokes |
| J05 |
Placental proteins linked to pre-eclampsia |
| J05 |
New weapons to battle against kidney cancer (Temsirolimus and Sutent) |
| J03 |
Research define the collective genome of microbes in the human gut. |
| J03 |
Vitamin D3 reduces thrombotic risk in cancer patients |
| J02 |
Heart attack risk with COX-2 broadened to include most NSAIDs |
| J01 |
Class action filed against Toronto Scarborough hospital over dialysis unit hepatitis outbreak. |
| J01 |
DaVita terminates supply contract with Gambro after FDA import restrictions. |
| J01 |
Why does once-heated water freeze more readily? (Mpemba effect) |
| J01 |
For PD patients with diabetes: It's the carbs, stu... |
| M30 |
It's the cooling of the blood in the extracorporeal circuit, stupid! |
| M30 |
It's the magnesium, stupid! |
| M26 |
Art Buchwald is still alive - a testimony to conservative management |
| M24 |
Intraprostatic botox injections help alleviate symptoms of prostatism. |
| M24 |
Canadian scientists working to develop a synthetic replacement for IVIG |
| M24 |
Gum-disease bacterium can infect human arterial cells - is this the hypothesized periodontitis - CVD link? |
| M24 |
Low-carbohydrate diet has no deleterious effects on bone loss. |
| M24 |
Purdue researchers find on/off switch for skeletal muscle atrophy |
| M24 |
LCMV infections from subclinical infections in organ donors transmitted by hamsters - call for regulation |
| M22 |
Study suggest that thiazides may have an adverse effect on CRP. |
| M22 |
Unease on industry role in hypertension debate. |
| M22 |
Israel approves transfer of medicine and medical supplies to Palestinians |
| M22 |
Unexpected cluster of hepatitis in dialysis patients at Scarborough hospital being investigated by Toronto authorities. |
| M22 |
Injecting stem stells around the urethra strengthens sphincter and reduces urinary incontinence. |
| M22 |
Low vitamin D consumption linked to reduced lung function in otherwise healthy teenagers. |
| M22 |
Trandolapril / verapamil lowers risk of diabetes in Hispanic patients |
| M22 |
Ethanol- and smoking-induced upper digestive tract cancers linked to acetaldehyde; preventable via oral l-cysteine |
| M18 |
QTc interval and magnesium deficiency: Treatment with Mg Lactate |
| M18 |
NIH panel calls for more FDA oversight of vitamin and mineral supplements |
| M18 |
NEJM publishes CRISP study results of MRI-based kidney size vs. progression in PKD |
| M17 |
Chocolate good? Coffee is too! Enjoy. |
| M17 |
Link to the paper from India about niacin and phosphorus control |
| M17 |
Why not niacin as a phosphate binder? |
| M17 |
Superbug slain by soil antibiotic |
| M17 |
Congress reviews details of proposed daily dialysis bill |
| M17 |
UCSF to take in most of Kaiser's kidney transplant patients. |
| M17 |
US restores aid to Palestinian hospitals and dialysis units |
| M16 |
CMS web course (CME): Medicare Preventive Services Series: Part 3 Expanded Benefits |
| M16 |
New CEO for NKF Singapore, Eunice Tay, promises new priorities, focus on providing dialysis. |
| M15 |
Wallenbergs raise offer to buy Gambro |
| M15 |
Antiviral gene variant linked to type 1 diabetes - consistent with viral causation theory. |
| M15 |
75% of Irish taxi drivers have hypertension |
| M15 |
Moderately increased BMI in the elderly associated with reduced mortality |
| M15 |
Tacrolimus-derivative drugs protect animal brains against stroke-induced damage. |
| M15 |
Aspirin may protect against gentamicin-induced hearing loss. |
| M13 |
E. Coli O157 recovered from bagged salad: cause diarrhea with ARF |
| M13 |
Nabi management survives takeover attempt by hedge fund operators. |
| M13 |
Up to 40% of hypertensives in China have diabetes. |
| M13 |
FDA approves novel medication (varenicline) for smoking cessation |
| M13 |
Kaiser halts kidney transplant program |
| M12 |
JASN paper: Obesity triples risk of CKD (pdf) |
| M12 |
Appetite suppression pathway in the brain by leucine provides explanation for Atkins diet success. |
| M12 |
Genzyme says petition against Renagel inaccurate |
| M11 |
ASN Board Review Course, August 26 - September 1, 2006, now accepting on-line registrations |
| M11 |
Computer programmer gets DVT after 8 hours of sitting at a desk |
| M11 |
Common (15%) gene variant affecting fatty acid breakdown increases CAD risk by 50%. |
| M11 |
Texas nephrologist reports serious GI side effects associated with Renagel to the FDA. |
| M11 |
Frustrated Kaiser kidney patients eager to get transplants elsewhere. |
| M11 |
DOPPS study shows that hemodiafiltration patients survive better than HD - selection bias not excluded. |
| M10 |
Who named it . com - biographical dictionary of medical eponyms |
| M09 |
U.S. International Trade Commission (ITC) agrees to evaluate Amgen's complaint against Roche's importation of CERA in to the US. |
| M09 |
Gambro acquires Sweden's Hemapure company, maker of Hemaport vascular access device. |
| M09 |
Recommendations from joint ASN-RPA-NKF-NIH conference on dialysis facility research |
| M09 |
White blood cells from cancer-resistant mice cure large tumors in non-resistant mice. |
| M09 |
New triglyceride lipase enzyme found; its regulation may be key to some types of obesity |
| M09 |
Getting rid of the furanocoumarins in grapefruit juice abolishes the juice's effects on CYP3A drug metabolism |
| M09 |
Testosterone skin patches may benefit bone density, body composition in women with mild hypopituitarism |
| M08 |
25-OH D3 deficiency in CKD patients is widely prevalent |
| M07 |
Study suggests that aspartame does not raise risk of cancer |
| M07 |
Kaiser Permanente transplant program overwhelmed regulators, endangering patients, reports allege. |
| M07 |
Gene affecting angiogenesis around pancreatic beta cells linked to type 2 diabetes |
| M05 |
Kidney End-of-Life coalition unveils new web site. |
| M05 |
NEJM (full text): Injury to research subjects |
| M05 |
Coffee consumption not associated with heart disease risk. |
| M03 |
Chicago-area teacher donates kidney to her 4th grade pupil. |
| M03 |
Renal Advantage buying clinical laboratory services business from Fresenius |
| M03 |
Diuretics more effective in preventing heart failure in hypertensives when used as first-line drug. |
| M03 |
Mayo: 20 g sodium, 50% saturated fat diet improves BP, lipids in obese. |
| M03 |
Diabetes rate soars in Italy |
| M03 |
DaVita reports first quarter results on surging sales. |
| M01 |
A new measure for evaluating ESRD therapies? The science of happiness. |
| M01 |
Obesity rates in the U.S. underestimated by 50% due to inaccurate patient self-reporting. |
| M01 |
Astellas acquires rights to two new orally-active prolyl hydroxylase inhibitor drugs to treat anemia. |
| M01 |
500 patients receiving home hemodialysis using NxStage equipment. |
| M01 |
Crisis for Palestinian dialysis patients. |
| M01 |
Common nerve cell gene plymorphism linked to QT interval changes, sudden death. |
| M01 |
A way to increase organ donation: Change default policy to YES. |
| A28 |
Magnesium deficiency and metabolic syndrome re-emphasized |
| A28 |
Does chamomile tea interact with warfarin? |
| A27 |
Consuming a high glycemic index diet increases risk of age-related macular degeneration. |
| A27 |
Stem cells replace or fix podocytes damages in animal model of Alport syndrome |
| A26 |
GI hormone oxyntomodulin lowers appetite, increases activity level |
| A26 |
FDA approves first generic pravastatin. |
| A26 |
Relaxation of kidney swap rules to include unrelated donors in the U.K. |
| A25 |
Fatty acid binding protein aP2 gene variant associated with atherosclerosis, type 2 diabetes, in humans. |
| A25 |
Anti-oxidant selenium offers no heart disease protection in first large randomized controlled trial. |
| A25 |
Low vitamin D intake during pregnancy linked to low birth weight - an issue for pregnancy in CKD patients? |
| A25 |
University of Michigan to pay for preventive diabetes meds for its employees. |
| A25 |
Data from CHOIR study showed higher mortality with Hgb of 13 vs. Hgb of 11.5. |
| A24 |
HDCN Update: Mineral metabolism and mortality in CKD; 12 RW05 audio symposia; Part 3 RRI handouts, incl. sorbents, nocturnal, dry weight |
| A24 |
Drug combination reverses type 1 diabetes in an animal model. |
| A24 |
Marrow-derived sten cells reverse animal model of Alport's disease |
| A21 |
Renal Support Network launches new website, radio talk shows aimed at renal patients. |
| A21 |
AAKP announces new patient education program: Kidney Beginnings Live |
| A21 |
Orally available iron chelating agent desafirox shows promising results. |
| A20 |
Innovative 3-d videoconferencing method over internet 2 pioneered at UIUC |
| A20 |
Roche files with FDA for approval of its anemia drug CERA (continuous erythropoetin receptor activator) |
| A19 |
Caspase 12 gene shuts down immune system; found in 20% of African descent people. |
| A19 |
An integrin-family platelet receptor found to be defective in thrombasthenia, with general implications for blood clotting. |
| A19 |
American Association of Clinical Endocrinologists Annual Meeting abstracts (.pdf) |
| A19 |
Genzyme reports Q1 results; new Pompe disease drug close to approval |
| A19 |
FDA grants priority review to Neurochem for Fibrillex - AA amyloidosis drug. |
| A19 |
PKD foundation and ISN seeking nominations for 50K Kaplan Prize Award |
| A19 |
Rockwell gets European patent for dialysate iron delivery product. |
| A18 |
Is China obtaining organs from executed prisoners and selling them? Scandal grows. |
| A18 |
Mediterranean diet lowers Alzheimer disease risk |
| A18 |
3x/;week nocturnal HD catching on in Lafayette. |
| A17 |
TT Durai, other ex-staffers from NKF Singapore, charged with corruption |
| A14 |
Common gene variant of INSIG2 gene is linked to obesity |
| A13 |
FDA announces public meeting focusing on regulation of nanotechnology |
| A13 |
Trial launched to study use of Hematide (non-EPO anemia drug) in patients with PRCA. |
| A13 |
NxStage tap water purification device gets FDA ok for marketing. |
| A13 |
CNTF can overcome leptin resistance to fight obesity. |
| A12 |
Roche fights back over CERA - FDA application plans in the works. |
| A12 |
Type 2 diabetics have a more acid urine. |
| A12 |
Amgen tries to block Roche's CERA in the US by complaining to the International Trade Commission |
| A11 |
Rapist threatens, stalks dialysis nurses after his treatments - court action taken. |
| A10 |
Fresenius Medical Care divests itself of dialysis units, earns 511 million dollars. |
| A10 |
CRP binding to leptin may curb its effects on appetite. |
| A10 |
Lithotripsy linked to increased risk of hypertension and diabetes later in life. |
| A08 |
AMBI (Tarrytown company) gets exclusive rights to Finland's PANSALT distribution in the U.S. |
| A08 |
Potential brain hibernation protein identified |
| A08 |
Losartan can prevent progression of Marfan syndrome (in mice) via inhibition of TGF-beta |
| A06 |
Wallenbergs agree to purchase remainder of Gambro |
| A05 |
Fresenius Medical Care bidding on Gambro? |
| A04 |
Vitamin D and calcium may lower risk of developing type 2 diabetes in women. |
| A04 |
Vitamin C deficiency associated with impaired ability to metabolize fat. |
| A04 |
Low vitamin D levels associated with increased cancer incidence. |
| A04 |
Epicardial fat and adipocytes around coronary arteries may contribute to CAD. |
| A04 |
Lack of sleep linked to hypertension risk |
| A03 |
Bladder grown in lab hailed as breakthrough in organ transplantation. |
| A03 |
Nabi licenses Fresenius biotech transplant drug (ATG) |
| A03 |
Bleach is best to disinfect against C. difficile; other disinfectants induce spore formation. |
| A03 |
Swedish investor makes offer to purchase controlling interest in Gambro |
| A03 |
Gambro shares suspended; announcement expected; acquisition rumored. |
| A02 |
CMS trumpets success of increasing use of fistulas from 2003 to 2005. |
| A02 |
Von Hippel Lindau syndrome links to renal cancer explained by abnormal gene target. |
| A02 |
Canada begins paired kidney exchange program. |
| M31 |
UN to look at Falun Gong claims of torture, murder, and organ harvesting at Chinese labor camp. |
| M31 |
OIG report documents dialysis units profits from darbepoetin - may affect future CMS payment rates. |
| M30 |
Strangers' prayers found to offer no benefit for recovery of heart bypass patients from surgery. |
| M30 |
Federal Trade Commission gives final approval to sale of Renal Care Group to Fresenius. |
| M30 |
Manipulation of intracardiac catheters by externally applied magnetic fields to cure a. fib. |
| M30 |
Apparent CV protective effect of alcohol intake may be due to a statistical fluke. |
| M28 |
China bans sale of organs for transplant. |
| M28 |
Juvenile diabetes reversed in animal model using dendritic cell injections. |
| M28 |
High-fat diet induces type 2 diabetes changes in mice via glut-2 |
| M28 |
Growing body of research links lead exposure to osteoporosis |
| M28 |
Daclizumab is stimulating natural killer cells, and this may have widespread implications. |
| M28 |
NKF Spring Clinical Meeting abstracts on-line (.pdf) |
| M27 |
CMS asks health care providers to rate Medicare FFS contractors |
| M26 |
Restricting carbohydrates to 20-30% of dietary intake normalized blood glucose in type 2 DM |
| M24 |
Is Alzheimer disease a form of brain-limited diabetes (type 3 diabetes?) |
| M24 |
Fresenius expanding production of dialyzers for North America at its Ogden, Utah plant. |
| M24 |
Too much iron in the brain? Brain ferritin measured by MRI (in nonuremics) |
| M24 |
MMWR: Fatal lead poisoning in a child from ingestion of a lead charm from a bracelet. |
| M24 |
What is XDR tuberculosis? You don't want to get this. |
| M24 |
Study focuses on bread as a major cause of higher salt intake. |
| M24 |
Benefits of eating oily fish seem to be slip-sliding away. |
| M23 |
New virus, vesivirus, linked to hepatitis of unknown origin post-transfusion or in dialysis patients. |
| M22 |
New CMS EPO and Aranesp payment policy in effect after April 1, 2006 - Listen to conference call. |
| M21 |
Fish oil intake protects against prostate cancer. |
| M21 |
Nabi to resume development of Staph. vaccine. |
| M20 |
CMS open door forum on ESRD scheduled for tomorrow, March 21st. |
| M20 |
ANNA releases new nursing textbook, with CE credits available chapter by chapter. |
| M20 |
Sirolimus reported to shrink polycystic kidneys by 25%. |
| M20 |
Researchers identify new fat controlling gene - lipin |
| M19 |
AGE in blood vessels activates angiotensin II via RAGE-induced chymase |
| M17 |
New vitamin D anticancer effects may be separable from its bone effects. |
| M17 |
Virus blamed for obesity epidemic. |
| M17 |
TGN1412 induced multiorgan failure - superstimulation of autoimmune response |
| M17 |
Obese woman on Atkins with gastroenteritis develops severe ketoacidosis. |
| M17 |
Problems with CD28 agonist monoclonal antibody raise broader concerns about human testing. |
| M16 |
Glycemic index is bupkes. |
| M16 |
Nanoart and cartography using DNA |
| M15 |
Six men in monoclonal antibody drug trial critically ill. |
| M15 |
Specially formulated salt substitute cuts hypertension. |
| M14 |
ACC Scientific Meeting, Atlanta: Tuesday, March 14th Newsletter (.pdf) |
| M14 |
Renal transplant patients often deficient in vitamin D. |
| M14 |
ACC: Early treatment of pre-hypertension may postpone onset of true hypertension |
| M13 |
Diuretics, and especially, K-sparing diuretics, markedly lower risk of Alzheimer's disease. |
| M13 |
Google map of Mars |
| M13 |
American College Cardiology Meeting: Monday, March 13th newsletter (.pdf) |
| M13 |
High dose statin therapy causes regression of coronary atherosclerosis. |
| M13 |
High-dose atorvastatin (Lipitor) improves kidney function in CKD patients in large clinical trial. |
| M13 |
Another take on B vitamins, homocysteine, and vascular risk. |
| M13 |
NEJM: B vitamins for homocysteine lowering: Fewer strokes, but more unstable angina. |
| M13 |
NEJM: Homocysteine lowering by B-vitamins of no benefit post MI - trend toward increased risk. |
| M13 |
American College of Cardiology (Atlanta) Sessions: Sunday highlights. (.pdf) |
| M13 |
American College of Cardiology (Atlanta) Sessions: Saturday highlights. (.pdf) |
| M13 |
NEJM study casts doubt on efficacy of Plavix over aspirin - and higher bleeding risk cited. |
| M12 |
Sean Connery reveals operation for kidney tumor. |
| M12 |
Losartan metabolite activates PPAR-gamma |
| M12 |
Chromium of no benefit in type 2 diabetics |
| M12 |
Virtual medical checkups on the rise. |
| M11 |
New promising longevity gene (smk-1) identified in lower organisms. |
| M10 |
America's Most Wanted helping to catch fugitive dad of young dialysis patient |
| M10 |
Aksys gets additional investment from Durus Fund |
| M10 |
North Carolina Da Vita doctor fatally shot in North Carolina office |
| M10 |
Blood pressure is falling globally, and no one knows why! |
| M10 |
Tight glucose control results in 50% lower incidence of neuropathy 10 years later in juvenile diabetics. |
| M10 |
Major WHO study concludes calcium supplements can reduce severity but not incidence jtd of preeclampsia. |
| M09 |
Dr. Monaco editorial in KI: In favor of monetizing kidney donation. |
| M09 |
Nabi's NicVax (smoking cessation vaccine) given fast-track status by US FDA. |
| M08 |
NEJM: In multiple myeloma, thalidomide is of marginal additional benefit to melphalan/autologous stem cell transplant. |
| M08 |
Diabetes drug Byetta (exenatide) gaining attention as weight loss aid. |
| M08 |
CMS: ESRD and Clinical Laboratories open door forum: March 21, 2006 |
| M08 |
Minntech's Lee Fischbach: In Memoriam |
| M07 |
Columnist Art Buchwald still at hospice, refusing dialysis. |
| M07 |
Heavy coffee drinking plus gene variant tied to heart attack risk in Costa Ricans |
| M07 |
Wellbound expanding network of self-care dialysis units |
| M07 |
Serum marker of artery damage linked so small increases in the BMI or waist-hip ratio. |
| M07 |
ADA releases tools for optimal management of diabetes in the Latino population. |
| M06 |
Annals: Dramatic recent rise in community-acquired MRSA infections. |
| M06 |
AAMI meeting March 22-23, in Reston, VA. |
| M06 |
Dialysis patients slips into unconsciousness in her car in a parking lot - no one notices. |
| M05 |
UNOS sanctions LA hospital for bypassing US donors and giving liver transplant to Saudi national. |
| M05 |
New genetic discovery explains 74 percent of age-related macular degeneration. |
| M03 |
FDA issues additional warning on Prisma system and problem of excessive fluid removal. |
| M03 |
Columnist, Art Buchwald in kidney failure - refusing dialysis. |
| M03 |
Serotonin may play a role in hardening of the arteries. |
| M02 |
Amgen expanding its research facility in Cambridge, Mass. |
| M02 |
Hyperglycemia and hypoglycemia associated with use of gatifloxacin. |
| M02 |
DaVita CEO Kent Thiry testifies before Congress requesting annual Medicare payment review for ESRD. |
| M01 |
Aging boomers lining up for dialysis in Canada. |
| F28 |
MRSA superbugs may spread by infecting Acanthamoeba polyphaga |
| F28 |
Stress may trigger heart attacks by increasing number of blood platelets. |
| F28 |
NKDEP launches new Spanish language kidney education initiative |
| F27 |
Eating cocoa markedly lowers risk of heart disease, according to Dutch study. |
| F27 |
Marijuana compound may help stop diabetic retinopathy |
| F26 |
Childhood obesity time bomb explodes. |
| F26 |
Is E. Coli 83972 a probiotic in terms of urinary tract colonization and prevention of urinary tract infection? |
| F26 |
New mouse retrovirus found in 40% of patients with genetic defect associated with prostate cancer. |
| F26 |
New Zealand kidney foundation launches a campaign for people to drink water vs. soft drinks. |
| F26 |
Dialysis for illegal immigrants remains a problem in US southern border states. |
| F26 |
Huge protein interaction database compiled by Johns Hopkins scientist. |
| F26 |
Canadians look to the US to bypass long delays in kidney transplantation. |
| F26 |
Mystery solved: Gold's power against autoimmune diseases defined |
| F24 |
2006 American Kidney Fund National Torchbearer Award will honor Dr. Carl Kjellstrand |
| F24 |
FDA approves new antifungal drug (Eraxis) effective against serious Candida infections. |
| F24 |
Nabi reports Q4 results - discloses future plans. |
| F24 |
Tolvaptan receives FDA fast-track approval status to treat polycystic kidney disease. |
| F22 |
NEJM: RANK ligand inhibitor denosumab increases bone density in osteoporosis. |
| F22 |
Genetic tests developed to test for salt-sensitivity of blood pressure. |
| F22 |
Prevention in Renal Disease Conference in Toronto: Sept 15-16, 2006. |
| F21 |
ISN-IFKF World Kidney Day - March 9, 2006. Website link |
| F21 |
ISN and IFKF team up to put together a World Kidney Day each year. |
| F21 |
Is there a way to avoid the bladder toxicity of cyclophosphamide? |
| F21 |
Advanced Magnetics continues phase III trial of ferumoxytol. |
| F21 |
Alginate-encapsulated pancreatic islet cell transplants for diabetes. |
| F20 |
High aluminum levels linked to multiple sclerosis. |
| F20 |
CMS: Update to the composite rate: adjustment of drug add-on percentage |
| F20 |
Mars chocolate maker to introduce foods with flavonol-rich chocolates. |
| F19 |
Pig islet cell transplants reverse diabetes in monkeys. |
| F18 |
High sugar, but not high calcium, increases risk of kidney stones. |
| F17 |
Fat in liver connected to high blood pressure risk. |
| F17 |
DSI to acquire 100 dialysis clinics from Fresenius Medical Care. |
| F17 |
New influenza vaccine manufacturing method requires only weeks, instead of months. |
| F16 |
Baxter board authorizes 1.5 billion dollar share repurchase program. |
| F16 |
Call to allow selling of organs for transplantation |
| F16 |
Calcium and vitamin D supplements in postmenopausal women don't reduce fracture risk. |
| F15 |
HDCN: New tests for iron, ferritin and survival, iron toxicity; Audio: ICU nephrology; How dialysis works |
| F15 |
Gambro dialysis clinic buy helps DaVita earnings |
| F15 |
Renal Care Group to sell 100 dialysis clinics. |
| F13 |
Aksys moves from NASDAQ National Market to NASDAQ Capital Market |
| F13 |
Neurochem submits Fibrillex to the FDA for control of AA amyloidosis |
| F12 |
WHO report identifies relatively high hypertension rates in males from India. |
| F12 |
Anti-malarial drugs lower elevated TNF-alpha levels in lupus patients. |
| F10 |
High mercury levels found in hair samples from 23% of young women. |
| F10 |
Would-be kidney donor saves her own life. |
| F10 |
IU scientists using stem cells to treat severe peripheral arterial disease. |
| F10 |
Blood levels of aldosterone linked to preservation of hearing with aging. |
| F09 |
NEJM: Saw palmetto of no benefit in benign prostatic hyperplasia. |
| F08 |
Vitamin D inhibits progression of some prostate cancers |
| F07 |
Bush 2007 budget would double time that dialysis costs are covered by commercial payers |
| F07 |
Nabi Pharma second generation Staph vaccines increase antibody levels. |
| F07 |
Low fat diet benefits for women less than expected. |
| F06 |
Rapid new test could cut MRSA risk. |
| F06 |
Synthetic heparin could replace animal-derived drug. |
| F06 |
Rockwell Medical raises 9.5 M to fund approval process of ferric pyrophosphate additive. |
| F06 |
Survey of UK dialysis units focuses on late referral, AV fistula use, MRSA. |
| F05 |
New interest in possible neutralizing antibodies to EPO as cause for refractory anemia |
| F05 |
Basic gender difference identified in coronary artery disease. |
| F05 |
Preventing hemolysis with Meridia blood tubing by avoiding kinking. |
| F03 |
European researchers want to create a 3D-gene atlas of the kidney |
| F03 |
Rapid diagnosis of urinary tract infections with biosensor technology |
| F02 |
NxStage treating 292 home dialysis patients as of year-end 2005. |
| F01 |
Nabi announces fast tracking of hepatitis C immune globulin by the FDA to prevent HCV reinfection. |
| F01 |
US House of Representatives passes 1.6% increase in the composite rate. |
| F01 |
Stem cell transplants offer hope against lupus. |
| F01 |
Calcium citrate plus weight-bearing resistance exercise builds bone density in women. |
| F01 |
New cell repair pathway discovered that is constantly activated in polycystic kidney disease |
| J31 |
AHA Scientific Statement: Dietary approaches to treat hypertension |
| J31 |
FDA approves new drug to treat chronic, idiopathic constipation. |
| J31 |
Someone firebombs Watsonville, CA dialysis clinic twice in one week. |
| J30 |
Prions may play a key role in enabling stem cell function. |
| J30 |
Certain adenovirus infections linked to obesity in animals and humans |
| J28 |
Baxter mourns death of William Graham, pioneer and leader in healthcare. |
| J28 |
FDA approves first ever inhaled insulin for the treatment of diabetes. |
| J28 |
Enhanced oocyte cryopreservation method (of interest to GN patients requiring cytotoxic therapy). |
| J27 |
If dairy leads to weight loss, it's the dairy and not the calcium. |
| J26 |
FDA approves Sutent - new angiostatin treatment for metastatic kidney or stomach cancer. |
| J26 |
Aprotinin (Trasylol) linked to increased risk of kidney failure, heart attack and stroke. |
| J26 |
Gatekeeper protein discovered that keeps platelets from clotting. |
| J25 |
Whale lost in Thames River probably died of dehydration and kidney failure. |
| J25 |
Senator Schumer to introduce legislation to regulate organ banks. |
| J25 |
32% of Americans carry S. aureus in their noses, and 1% (2 million) carry MRSA. |
| J25 |
Vasca decides to halt selling its vascular access ports as of Jan 31, 2006 (PDF). |
| J24 |
UC Irvine transplant program in trouble over low acceptance rate for kidney transplants. |
| J24 |
Alagebrium (a collagen cross-link breaker) softens arteries - and that's good for you. |
| J24 |
Study of Kuna indians is good news for chocoholics - procyanidin in cocoa lowers BP. |
| J24 |
Archives: Chronic warfarin use increases risk of bone fracture. |
| J24 |
NIH and PKD foundation launch a set of HALT-PKD trials: low target BP and high-dose ACE/ARB. |
| J23 |
Typhoid fever led to the fall of Athens. |
| J23 |
Fermented milk drink reduces high blood pressure. |
| J23 |
Annals: Liver failure and hepatitis from telithromycin. |
| J23 |
Fetal form of toponin I, with a histidine for alanine substitution, has cardioprotective effects. |
| J22 |
AHA review casts doubt on cardiovascular health benefits of soy-based foods. |
| J21 |
Annals paper shows benefit of pre-emptive live donor transplant or kidney-pancreas tx. in type 1 diabetics. |
| J21 |
British study shows that work stress linked to both heart disease and metabolic syndrome. |
| J21 |
FDA announces new program to monitor safety of medical devices. |
| J21 |
Medicare Part D changeover leaves some Florida patients without payments for transport to dialysis. |
| J21 |
UIC surgeons use robotic surgery to harvest a kidney-pancreas transplant. |
| J20 |
CMS relaunches its ESRD reimbursement calculator |
| J19 |
Study of drug resistance among bacteria found in soil can potentially guide new drug development. |
| J19 |
Heart-healthy compound in chocolate identified - it's epicatechin. |
| J19 |
Commonly used antidepressants may also affect the immune system. |
| J19 |
MMWR: Type A influenza highly resistant to amantadine derivatives |
| J18 |
Helicobacter pylori becoming drug resistant - sequential therapy may do a better job. |
| J18 |
Rockwell Medical Technologies gets rights to market vitamin- and carnitine-supplemented dialysate. |
| J18 |
William Shatner sells his kidney stone for $25,000 to raise money for charity. |
| J17 |
US Supreme court backs Oregon assisted suicide law 6-3. |
| J17 |
Anti-obesity drug from cannabis really works? |
| J17 |
Aspirin protects men against myocardial infarcts and women against ischemic strokes. |
| J17 |
US FDA considering two new drugs that fight obesity. |
| J17 |
US FDA considering two new drugs that fight obesity. |
| J17 |
Activated blood coagulation factor VIIa under study to treat intracerebral hemorrhagic stroke. |
| J17 |
Researchers develop a portable vein finder for faster, more accurate injections |
| J16 |
Tomato extract seems to have a large effect on lowering blood pressure. |
| J16 |
Male recipient of kidney allograft from a female donor develops taste for knitting and housework. |
| J16 |
Strong linkage between one particular gene and type 2 diabetes confirmed. |
| J16 |
Annals: More exercise associated with 30-40% reduction in risk of dementia. |
| J16 |
Canadian study suggests higher mortality among diabetics treated with sulfonylurea drugs vs. metformin. |
| J15 |
Thiamin deficiency common in hospitalized heart failure patients |
| J15 |
Hypothalamus has a fatty acid sensor that may regulate food intake |
| J15 |
Curry and cauliflower could halt prostate cancer. |
| J15 |
Vitamin D therapy in chronic kidney disease patients |
| J13 |
AAKP to honor Dr. H. Keith Johnson at its Medal of Excellence Awards Dinner on March 19th. |
| J13 |
Rockwell sells 13 M of dialysate concentrate to Latin America in a large supply order. |
| J13 |
Genetic basis of maniic-depression discovered; may explain mechanism of action of lithium. |
| J12 |
UK study focuses attention on thiazide-associated hyponatremia and hypokalemia. |
| J12 |
Monitoring your dialysis water treatment system (.pdf) - by Northwest Renal Networks |
| J12 |
Caloric restriction appears to make the heart more elastic. |
| J11 |
Infection fighting protein (cryopyrin) may be key to auto-immune disease. |
| J11 |
Amgen Nephrology Institute established - requesting grant proposals. |
| J10 |
Mid-life obesity increases mortality and cardiovascular risk. |
| J10 |
Will the Canadians be the first to develop a vaccine against hepatitis C? |
| J10 |
Genistein associated with reproductive problems in mice (genistein can accumulate in ESRD patients). |
| J10 |
Study shows increasing nursing staff in hospitals improves quality and safety. |
| J10 |
Satellite Healthcare acquires Peninsula Nephrology patients. |
| J10 |
NIDDK to host kidney stone symposium in Baltimore, March 9-10, 2006 |
| J10 |
CORA (Clinical Outcomes Resource App) signs data use agreements with over 100 independent dialysis providers. |
| J09 |
AAKP releases new patient brochure: Understanding your Peritoneal Dialysis Options |
| J09 |
Genzyme reports 22 percent increase in 4th quarter revenue. |
| J09 |
New York faces diabetes epidemic |
| J09 |
U.S. FDA sends Gambro a warning over Prisma machines manufactured in Italy. |
| J09 |
Smoker? Drink tomato juice (or drink bloody Marys) to ward off emphysema. |
| J09 |
New iron chelator more effective than desferoxamine. |
| J09 |
Is Alzheimer's disease a new form of diabetes, limited to the brain? Brown Medical School researchers say so. |
| J09 |
Organ donation rates plummet in Australia |
| J09 |
Organ donation rates soar in Arizona |
| J07 |
Transplanted hearts do not survive as long in African American children as in Caucasian kids. |
| J07 |
CJASN: Diagnostic and Therapeutic Corner: HAART and the Kidney |
| J07 |
CJASN CPC (full text): A 42 year old man with oliguric renal failure. |
| J07 |
CJASN: Serum bicarb and mortality: Is it better to be acidotic or alkalotic? |
| J07 |
CJASN: Daily hemodialysis - a systematic review |
| J07 |
Brain protein (p11) may play a critical role in depression. |
| J06 |
Post-marketing data detects new onset / worsening of macular edema in patients taking Avandia (rosiglitazone). |
| J06 |
MedPac (Medicare Payment Advisory Commission) to discuss payment adequacy at Jan 10 meeting. |
| J06 |
Japanese (Kobe University) developing a marine transport system for dialysis patients in case of earthquake. |
| J06 |
NIH goes electronic for grant submissions. Training session to be held Jan. 11th. |
| J05 |
Mississippi lawmakers move to assure dialysis patient transportation reimbursement. |
| J05 |
NIDDK program announcement: Pilot and Feasibility Clinical Research Grants in Kidney or Urologic Diseases (R21) |
| J05 |
MRSA patterns in ICUs changing: 64% prevalence rate, hardier, bugs, but less multi-drug resistance. |
| J04 |
FDA approves conivaptan (Varprisol) for treatment of euvolemic hyponatremia in hospitalized patients. |
| J04 |
A summary of the NKF-Singapore scandal and how it unfolded. |
| J04 |
Adenosine receptor antagonist completes phase 2 trials for congestive heart failure. |
| J04 |
Two deaths occurring at a Long Island dialysis clinic appear to be unrelated to the dialysis procedure. |
| J04 |
MMWR: Guidelines to prevent the spread of tuberculosis in health care settings, 2005. |
| J03 |
Calendar and Events: ANNA (American Nephrology Nurses Association) |
| J03 |
Gout is now a women's disease |
| J02 |
Researchers tie extreme obesity to increase risk of Alzheimer's disease. |
| J02 |
UCSF study in Annals suggests that obesity increases risk of kidney failure. |
| J02 |
How is marijuana linked to osteoporosis? New role for cannabinoid receptors. |
| J02 |
U.S. weighs obesity surgery options |
| J02 |
More cat owners inquiring about kidney transplant for their pets. |
| J01 |
Israeli Bread for Life diet emphasizes snacking on high-fiber bread and other good carbs. |
| J01 |
Some Mississippi dialysis patients lose funds to pay for rides to their units. |
| D31 |
Aksys gets notice of delisting from NASDAQ due to insufficiently high share price. |
| D31 |
Two cardiac arrests at a Long Island dialysis clinic alert bioterrorism defense network. |
| D30 |
A positive perspective of the contributions of TT Durai to kidney disease charity in Singapore. |
| D30 |
Ten most important findings relating to diet, health and lifestyle for 2005: Year in Review |
| D29 |
Investigating panel concludes that most if not all of Korean team's cloned stem cell data was faked. |
| D29 |
68 year old Aussie billionaire with failing kidneys dies after refusing dialysis. |
| D29 |
ANNA hired government relations firm to expand legislative initiatives. |
| D29 |
For transplant patients, a personal assist from Zo (Alonzo Mourning) |
| D29 |
Kidney Dialysis Foundation of Singapore sees donation surge after NKF-Singapore problems. |
| D28 |
Saliva test for hepatitis C developed by Israeli scientists. |
| D28 |
Researchers discover molecular link explaining why high-fat diet can cause type 2 diabetes. |
| D28 |
Vitamin D can lower cancer risk |
| D28 |
Ex-nurse convicted of mercy killings allowed to donate his kidney. |
| D27 |
Do low birth weight babies like saltier food? Study on birth weight stirs up salt wars. |
| D27 |
Acute renal failure due to phosphate-based colonoscopy preps. |
| D27 |
Acetaminophen can cause acute liver failure when usual dose is even slightly exceeded. |
| D26 |
Diabetes, CHF home patient monitors taking off in the UK. |
| D26 |
Alcohol causes osteopenia - by inhibition of osteoblasts. |
| D26 |
BMJ: How GOOGLE is changing medicine. |
| D26 |
Br Med J: How Islam changed medicine. |
| D26 |
Need a used medical device? Try Ebay. |
| D26 |
MMWR: Outbreaks of E. coli O157:H7 associated with petting zoos. |
| D26 |
Dalbavancin (a vancomycin-like drug) effective in mice against anthrax. |
| D26 |
Nine families sue Univ of California Irvine transplant program over suspended liver transplant program. |
| D25 |
Strict regimen reduces diabetes risk |
| D25 |
South Korean cloning research was faked; stem cell field shaken. |
| D25 |
In vitro gene therapy introduces normal globin genes into sickle cell patient stem cells. |
| D23 |
Amgen's monopoly on EPO-related drugs coming to an end with Roche's CERA (NY Times) |
| D23 |
Sacane pleads guilty in Durus hedge fund manipulation of Aksys stock price. |
| D23 |
Aspergillus fumigatus genome sequenced. |
| D23 |
Joint Commission (JCAHO) launches chronic kidney disease management certification program. |
| D23 |
JAMA: Air pollution and high-fat diet combine to cause atherosclerosis in mice. |
| D21 |
Dialysis consortium praises Congress for passing a 1.6% increase in composite rate. |
| D21 |
New tax law slows donations to the NKF's Kidney Cars program in Tennessee. |
| D21 |
Magnesium intake linked to stronger bones in elderly Caucasians. |
| D21 |
New study says that two million Americans are nasal carriers of MRSA. |
| D20 |
FDA okays oral kidney cancer treatment |
| D20 |
Allergic reactions from drug-eluting stents |
| D20 |
NKF Singapore working to rebuild public trust. |
| D19 |
Pioneering woman nephrologist Dr. Mary Lou Lewis retires. |
| D19 |
Eating dark chocolate may lower heart disease risk. |
| D17 |
Heteropolymer antibodies - a new approach to treat and prevent? MRSA infections. |
| D17 |
FDA news release on bloodline kinking problems with Baxter Meridian machines. |
| D17 |
CDC recommends new blood test to diagnose TB infection. |
| D17 |
MMWR: West Nile virus activity in the U.S. a continuing problem. |
| D17 |
Only one gene may control skin color - in people and in zebrafish. |
| D16 |
Mitochondrial gene haplotype has marked effect on survival after infection. |
| D15 |
MedPac meeting on adequacy of dialysis payments - transcript (pdf) |
| D15 |
Bifidobacterium infantis now available for IBS: Does it benefit ESRD pts? |
| D15 |
Alcoholism-induced bone disease: toxic effects of ethanol on osteoblasts. |
| D15 |
Both BNP and NT-proBNP useful to deteck CHF in persons with CKD. |
| D14 |
Amgen buys Abgenix, maker of panitumumab (colon cancer drug). |
| D14 |
JAMA paper questions benefits of high-fiber diets in prevention of colon cancer. |
| D14 |
Ghostwriters for academic journals (including AJKD) suddenly become visible. |
| D14 |
High TGF-beta levels linked to weak bone matrix in animal studies. |
| D12 |
Higher vitamin D linked to higher lung capacity. |
| D12 |
State-of-the-art container facilitates donor kidney transport. |
| D12 |
ESRD patients buying kidneys from Chinese prisons. |
| D12 |
Uremic pruritus greatly improved by cream containing cannabinoids. |
| D12 |
Oral endothelial receptor antagonist ambrisentan effective in pulmonary HTN. |
| D12 |
More home dialysis stories in the news. |
| D12 |
AMG531 (Amgen drug) increases platelet count in patients with ITP. |
| D11 |
Tulane University cuts 180 medical school positions after Katrina. |
| D11 |
Medicare Payment Advisory Commission pushes for 3.2% rise in dialysis payments. |
| D11 |
Pramexipole for restless legs syndrome in nonuremics. |
| D11 |
Eating more leucine (and meat) may help maintain muscle in the elderly. |
| D10 |
Encyclopedia of traditional Indian medical knowledge to be on the internet. |
| D09 |
Vitamin D3 helpful in treating resistant asthma in humans. |
| D08 |
Affymax to present peptide ESA results at hematology meeting. |
| D08 |
Aksys to focus on Atlanta, Seattle, and Baltimore of its home dialysis therapy. |
| D08 |
Ed Masry, mentor in Erin Brockovich case, dies after several years of dialysis. |
| D08 |
Nurse who killed 29 patients now wants to donate a kidney. |
| D08 |
No one injured in acid spill in dialysis clinic. |
| D08 |
Argonne scientists confirm high lead levels in Beethoven's bones |
| D07 |
Fructose may be cause of obesity epidemic; also raises uric acid. |
| D06 |
ASN: December Renal Express |
| D06 |
Website for archived abstracts published in Kidney International |
| D06 |
Annals paper shows that plasma exchange does not help in ARF due to MM. |
| D05 |
Sally Burrows-Hudson, RN to head up business development for CORA. |
| D05 |
Dialysis patient adventurer gets severe peritonitis on sailboat voyage. |
| D05 |
Medpac advisory meeting Dec 8-9 to discuss adequacy of payment for dialysis. |
| D05 |
Coffee intake may reduce risk of liver damage. |
| D05 |
Heparin antibodies pose risk in heart surgery patients. |
| D03 |
New CPR device improves blood return to the heart. |
| D03 |
Random testing shows high lead levels in some imported Chinese plums. |
| D03 |
CV benefits of lower intakes of alcohol called into question. |
| D02 |
Telephone doctors worry medical industry. |
| D01 |
FDA approves first test to screen for West Nile virus in blood and donor tissues |
| D01 |
CMS releases EXCEL spreadsheet calculator to compute ESRD reimbursement |
| D01 |
Coffee's beneficial effect on memory revealed in brain scans. |
| D01 |
NxStage revenues, patient base, increase in 2005. |
| D01 |
NKF Singapore charity more transparent now; donations begin to resume. |
| D01 |
Coffee and tea associated with lower risk of chronic liver disease. |
| N30 |
DCOR study results show some benefit in terms of hard outcomes for Renagel. |
| N30 |
Study of ICU ultrafiltration with CHF solutions device published in the JACC. |
| N29 |
New phase 2 trial targets P-selecting to prevent delayed graft function. |
| N29 |
Biotechnology has a new tool to modify DNA. |
| N29 |
Why trying to make couch potatoes exercise may be difficult. |
| N29 |
New AHA CPR guidelines: 30:2 compressions, cooling to 90 degrees. |
| N29 |
Fatty liver being seen increasingly in obese patients. |
| N29 |
Forty-two years later patient doing well on fourth transplanted kidney. |
| N28 |
High-carb diet linked to diabetic hypertension. |
| N28 |
Higher dose of Fosrenol (lanthanum carbonate) approved by FDA for ESRD patients. |
| N28 |
Obesity prevents injections from reaching muscle. |
| N28 |
Nabi's nicotine vaccine shows promise in helping smokers quit. |
| N26 |
Anti-inflammatory compounds in Schistosoma worms of interest in transplantation. |
| N24 |
South Korean cloning pioneer quits over ethics re sources of donor human eggs. |
| N24 |
San Diego to use chlorine "shock" treatment to clear biofilm in its water system |
| N24 |
CMS posts draft statement of work for ESRD networks. |
| N24 |
Osteoporosis associated with six-fold increase in risk of heart disease. |
| N23 |
US RCT shows mycophenolate better than cyclophosphamide to remit lupus nephritis |
| N23 |
Baxter recalls Accura CRRT machines due to software glitch (Search for "Accura") |
| N23 |
Baxter to set up home dialysis care centers in India. |
| N23 |
Sweat is a good indicator that a heart attack may be coming. |
| N22 |
Percutaneous laser myocardial revascularization no better than placebo. |
| N22 |
AHA: Late-breaking clinical trial abstracts (.pdf) |
| N21 |
Vitamin D supplementation cuts risks of falls in the elderly. |
| N21 |
ASN abstract suggests that even Renagel patients need some calcium. |
| N21 |
ASN Renal Week 2005: USRDS poster presentations. |
| N21 |
Roller coaster rides can provoke arrhythmias. |
| N19 |
Researchers zero in on possible viral cause of Kawasaki disease. |
| N19 |
Bisphosphonates improve periodontal disease. |
| N18 |
Dr. Tom Starzl gets National Medal of Science award for work in transplantation. |
| N18 |
Rockwell Medical appoints Scientific Advisory Board |
| N18 |
Thrombospondin linked to development of ARF when renal perfusion is decreased. |
| N17 |
Genetic profiling identifies 10 genes linked to severity of lupus. |
| N17 |
Oralyn, an oral insulin-like drug, to be launched this month in Ecuador. |
| N17 |
Canadian study suggests that drinking too much water can harm kidneys. |
| N17 |
Tea, cinnamon, buckwheat, and cherries for diabetics. |
| N17 |
AHA: CV mortality benefits of diuretics linked to alpha-adducin genotype. |
| N16 |
Brian Pereira named president of Advanced Magnetics |
| N16 |
Low-carb diet better than low-fat for improving metabolic syndrome. |
| N16 |
Collagen crosslink breaker alagebrium can soften arteries. |
| N16 |
AHA: Autologous stem cell infusions show promise in severe CAD. |
| N16 |
AHA: Aliskiren (renin inhibitor) adds to anti-HTN effects of irbesartan. |
| N16 |
Blood vessels grown from skin cells used as fistual in dialysis. |
| N16 |
High HDL level is pro-atherosclerotic in lupus patients. |
| N16 |
Pioglitazone reduces heart attack rate in type 2 diabetics by 28%. |
| N16 |
AHA meeting in Dallas: Wednesday newsletter. |
| N15 |
NEJM: Papers on renewal of board certification for subspecialties. |
| N15 |
Amgen's RANK ligand inhibitor, denosumab, markedly improves bone density. |
| N15 |
GRK5 involved in arterial restenosis lesions. |
| N15 |
Genzyme requests grant proposals for its Renal Innovations Program |
| N15 |
AHA Meeting in Dallas: Tuesday daily newsletter (.pdf) |
| N15 |
AHA Meeting in Dallas: Monday daily newsletter (.pdf) |
| N14 |
A mild chill can increase colds: A lesson for fluid warming in CRRT? |
| N14 |
Do low-carb diets stiffen the heart? |
| N14 |
Compound from marine bacteria shows potential as myeloma therapy. |
| N13 |
AHA Scientific Sessions open in Dallas: Sunday daily newspaper. |
| N13 |
Is type 2 diabetes a mitochondrial deficiency syndrome? |
| N13 |
ASN: Sulodexide phase 2 trial shows good results in diabetic nephropathy. |
| N13 |
ASN: 6-year follow-up of patients taking Fosrenol shows encouraging results. |
| N13 |
CERA phase II results presented at ASN: Report good control of anemia. |
| N13 |
ASN: Citrasate may permit SLED without heparin. |
| N13 |
Ketogenic diet has effects on brain energy metabolism via gene induction. |
| N12 |
California nurses defeat Schwarzenegger in staffing fight. |
| N12 |
Risk-stratified analysis proposed to analyze RCTs to detect harm. |
| N12 |
Statins overcome learning disabilities in mice with neurofibromatosis 1. |
| N12 |
Toxigenic E. coli in bagged, prewashed lettuce. |
| N12 |
New test detects TB in culture within days, not weeks. |
| N11 |
New gut hormone, obestatin, discovered that suppresses appetite. |
| N11 |
JASN Express: Skin autofluorescence linked to AGE in ESRD, predicts mortality. |
| N11 |
IU/UC researchers determine site of origin of kidney stones. |
| N11 |
Kidney swap in the news |
| N10 |
ASN Renal Week 2005 begins: Press release links here. |
| N10 |
Rockwell Medical Q3 report: sales increase 75% |
| N10 |
Unrelated live kidney donor in coma - offers of help pour in. |
| N10 |
FDA approves deferasirox - first oral drug to treat iron overload. |
| N10 |
Medicare announces new strategy for anemia management in ESRD. |
| N10 |
Transonics and hemametrics settle patent infringement lawsuit. |
| N10 |
Fizzy cola consumption associated with HTN in women. |
| N10 |
Home dialysis in Chicago in the news |
| N09 |
Phenolic compounds in olive oil may relate to benefits of Mediterranean diet. |
| N09 |
One donor father, two daughters with PKD. |
| N09 |
Fresenius among those awarded ESRD demonstration project by CMS. |
| N09 |
Which country transplants the most kidneys in Europe? You might be surprised. |
| N09 |
The wearable artificial kidney - pie in the sky or pie on the table? |
| N09 |
Amgen sues Roche over epogen patents. |
| N09 |
No link between coffee drinking and hypertension in women. |
| N09 |
Vitamin D levels modulate calcium intake effect on PTH suppression in nonuremics |
| N08 |
How protein-rich diets curb hunger. |
| N08 |
Protein discovered that is key to survival of E. coli O157:H7 |
| N07 |
ANNA announces new resource for treatment of elderly patients. |
| N07 |
Four abstracts on new Roche anemia drug CERA to be shown at ASN. |
| N07 |
NASA develops Star Trek glasses for the visually impaired. |
| N07 |
Millions of U.S. adolescents on the road to diabetes. |
| N07 |
Davenport woman donates a kidney to whomever out of the goodness of her heart. |
| N07 |
John Wiley and Sons publishing acquires Dialysis and Transplantation |
| N07 |
Are epigenetic changes in histones the key to lupus autoimmunity? |
| N07 |
Parasitic worms may hold key to immunosuppression. |
| N07 |
Chlamydia found in 50% of eyes with wet form of macular degeneration. |
| N07 |
AAKP patient education plan available in Spanish |
| N07 |
AAKP info sheets on Medicare Part D drug benefit for kidney patients. |
| N07 |
ASN special session: Responding to Katrina - lessons learned |
| N07 |
Taste bud receptor for fat identified in rat tongue. |
| N06 |
Vitamin D linked to improved survival after lung cancer surgery in the summer. |
| N06 |
More on the new FDA digital drug label submission requirement. |
| N06 |
New FDA-supported website lists latest approved drug labels for all meds. |
| N05 |
AJKD: Canadian RCT fails to show benefit of EPO on LVMI in primary analysis. |
| N05 |
MMWR: Progression in diabetics stabilizing or slowing in recent years. |
| N05 |
Apollo healthcare offering home HD via both Aksys and NxStage. |
| N05 |
Waist-hip ratio better than BMI to predict CV risk. |
| N05 |
Vfend as good as amphotericin/fluconazole for Candida infections. |
| N04 |
Aksys to team up with Dean Kamen's company for next home HD machine. |
| N03 |
Google Print library of old full text books opens its doors. |
| N02 |
JASN: USRDS predicts 713,000 prevalent ESRD patients by 2015. |
| N02 |
Frozen kidney works after being transplanted into a rat. |
| N02 |
Renal Solutions sell home dialysis kits in Europe. |
| N01 |
Nabi StaphVax vaccine fails in clinical trial ; development cancelled. |
| N01 |
Vitamin D compounds show promise in prostate cancer prevention. |
| N01 |
Diabetic blacks have less coronary artery disease than diabetic whites. |
| O31 |
Dialysis patients often have family members who are also on dialysis. |
| O31 |
New explanation for restless legs syndrome is just crazy. |
| O31 |
Bumetanide may suppress seizures in newborns. |
| O31 |
Pall blood filter touted to remove prions from donated blood. |
| O31 |
Probiotics to prevent MRSA? Wash your hands with soap and apply yogurt. |
| O30 |
Among Benjamin Franklin's inventions are the urinary catheter. |
| O30 |
CDC report estimates 7% of US population has diabetes. |
| O30 |
Kidney thieves prowl Pakistani earthquake zone. |
| O30 |
Head of ambulance transport company convicted of fraud over dialysis billing. |
| O30 |
Miami-Dade County: Finding dialysis provider difficult for some patients. |
| O30 |
Making sense of the new Medicare Part D drug plan. |
| O28 |
Dozens subpoenaed in New Orleans hospital deaths. |
| O28 |
Researchers pinpoint possible cause of prostate cancer. |
| O28 |
FDA delays decision on approving inhalable insulin |
| O28 |
Botox injections effective in treating stroke spasticity. |
| O28 |
Air pollution linked to ischemic stroke risk. |
| O28 |
HDL cholesterol involved in immunity against parasites. |
| O28 |
American Kidney Fund Disaster Relief Fund for Wilma-affected patients. |
| O28 |
Gambro profit close to expectations; looks at acquisitions in Eastern Europe. |
| O27 |
Bone marrow stem cells may help heal hearts years after heart attack. |
| O27 |
Roche suspends Tamiflu shipments to the U.S. |
| O27 |
JAMA: Urinary telomerase activity useful to detect bladder cancer. |
| O27 |
Got a transplant from a crook? Watch out - the donor DNA may put you in jail! |
| O27 |
South Florida power outages hamper treatment of dialysis patients. |
| O27 |
New endogenous carbohydrate (INS2) discovered that lowers blood glucose. |
| O27 |
JASN Express: Pravastatin lowers CV death risk in diabetics with CKD. |
| O26 |
ASN Renal Week 2005 abstracts now available on-line. |
| O26 |
Colorado nephrologist dues Denver-area hospital over dialysis monopoly. |
| O26 |
Aksys announces Q3 earnings conference call. |
| O26 |
State inspectors shut acute dialysis unit over machine testing procedures. |
| O25 |
California benefit to honor Drs. Campese, Glassock, and Rathmann. |
| O25 |
Got high BP? Just zap your PAG - but make sure it's the front part! |
| O25 |
Star Trek captain fights against the uroliths. |
| O24 |
Should dialysis patients get whooping cough vaccine? |
| O24 |
Shire highlights publication of 1 and 3-year Fosrenol extension study. |
| O24 |
Some jumping the line in the wait for kidney donors. |
| O24 |
NxStage home dialysis system in the news. |
| O23 |
JAMA: Increased mortality after bariatric surgery. |
| O23 |
JAMA: Article detailing CV risk increase with Pargluva (muraglitazar) |
| O21 |
CJASN - new ASN clinical journal - preview |
| O21 |
FDA approvable status for diabetes drug Pargluva raises safety concerns. |
| O21 |
New antifreeze protein found in fleas may prolong donor organ storage. |
| O20 |
Tigecycline may offer promise to treat MRSA and vancomycin-resistant bacteria. |
| O20 |
Amgen reports Q3 results; earnings quadruple. |
| O20 |
U.S. Japanese and other U.S. Asian dialysis patients live longer. |
| O19 |
Lancet study questions efficacy of beta-blockers for hypertension. |
| O18 |
RPA compiles info on Medicare D drug benefit plan on its website. |
| O18 |
Gene therapy with VEGF (pilot study) results in prolonged access patency. |
| O18 |
Role of prolonged bedrest to manage hypertension in pregnancy questioned. |
| O18 |
Researchers closing in on Na-K-ATPase inhibitor hormone; role in preeclampsia? |
| O17 |
Kidney Foundation of Canada gives award to Western Ontario's Dr. Jevnikar. |
| O17 |
Dopamine receptor gene found to play a role in blood pressure inheritance. |
| O17 |
Smoking ups risk of thrombosis in lupus patients. |
| O17 |
Two new "ethical" ways to harvest stem cells. |
| O17 |
DaVita patient group lobbies Congress and CMS. |
| O17 |
Mad cow disease prions may be spread through the urine. |
| O17 |
Daily weigh-ins help dieters keep off pounds. |
| O17 |
Dialysis Corp. of America ranked #17 of America's Best Small Companies. |
| O17 |
Home dialysis in the news in the Boston press. |
| O17 |
Death risk 65% higher at "one-star" vs. "five-star" rated hospitals. |
| O17 |
Heavy computer use at work decreasing amount of physical activity. |
| O16 |
Zerhouni announces NIH RFA for CTSAs - Translational Science Awards. |
| O16 |
JAMA: Cholesterol levels in U.S. inhabitants continue to drop. |
| O16 |
NDT: Expect more thiazide-induced hyponatremia after ALLHAT |
| O16 |
Small molecule inhibitor of cholera discovered, |
| O16 |
Novel DnaJP1 rheumatoid arthritis drug works without being immunosuppressive. |
| O15 |
HDCN-ANNA: Free ANNA-accredited CE links (13 hrs total) |
| O15 |
MMWR: Pittsburgh QA/QC program targeting central venous line infections works.. |
| O14 |
New NIH program to fund translational research. |
| O14 |
Nanobombs aim to eradicate cancer. |
| O14 |
Stocking up on Tamiflu vs. bird flu? May not do you much good. |
| O14 |
Fresenius to buy hospital chain for 1.8 billion dollars. |
| O14 |
Probe of possible mercy killings at New Orleans hospital begins. |
| O14 |
Existence of toxic mold syndrome questioned |
| O14 |
NEJM: Hurricane Katrina articles (free full text) |
| O14 |
Fresenius third quarter profits up 13% |
| O14 |
Home nocturnal dialysis improves well-being of teenagers. |
| O14 |
Pillows and bedding are loaded with fungal spores. |
| O14 |
Small molecule inhibitor of cholera discovered. |
| O13 |
FDA seizes recalled Baxter infusion pumps. |
| O12 |
Staph. aureus immune globulin (Nabi) shortens hospital stay of infected patients |
| O12 |
Papillomavirus vaccine 100% effective in preventing cervical cancer. |
| O12 |
China ranked 2nd in world incidence of diabetes. |
| O12 |
DCA launches 9-station mobile dialysis facility in South Carolina. |
| O12 |
JAMA: ESRD incidence, prognosis improving in diabetics. |
| O12 |
Vanadium supplements speed recovery from infections (in mice). |
| O12 |
CD19 monoclonal antibodies suppress B cells better than rituximab. |
| O12 |
Function of Hassall's corpuscles in thymus gland finally explained. |
| O12 |
New defensin-class antibiotic isolated from pine forest fungus. |
| O12 |
New immunosuppression strategy has little weight, and in fact is in outer space. |
| O11 |
Fatty foods can fight inflammation, induce satiety, via CCK. |
| O11 |
NxStage Medical sets number and price of shares for its IPO. |
| O11 |
Surgical menopause can trigger salt-sensitive hypertension. |
| O11 |
Microsvascular changes in the retina linked to strokes, even with normal BP. |
| O11 |
Eating fish helps prevent age-related cognitive decline. |
| O11 |
Study questions measurement of C-reactive protein to assess cardiovascular risk. |
| O11 |
Transcription of ferritin gene related to iron, heme, and antioxidants. |
| O11 |
USRDS: US rates of kidney failure stabilize, ending a 20-year climb! |
| O10 |
Fresenius Medical Care AG involved in shareholder lawsuit. |
| O10 |
RBC secretion of s-nitrosothiol regulates vascular (esp. pulmonary) tone. |
| O09 |
AJKD: Nephrogenic fibrosing dermopathy: - a systemic disease? |
| O09 |
AJKD: USRDS confirms absence of reuse survival effect as of 2000-2001. |
| O09 |
AJKD: Increased visits by nephrologists do not raise quality of care. |
| O09 |
JASN: Glycosylated Hb in non-diabetic CKD pts. increases mortality risk. |
| O09 |
USRDS 2005 Annual Data Report Atlas now available on-line. |
| O09 |
Fresenius details its responses to help support Katrina-affected patients. |
| O09 |
Hypertension prevalence 25% or higher in middle-aged Beijing residents. |
| O09 |
SEPS 1 gene on chromosome 15 plays key role in inflammation. |
| O07 |
Toronto General rolls out innovative home dialysis telemonitoring system. |
| O07 |
Toronto mystery illness that killed 16 in nursing home is Legionnaire's disease. |
| O07 |
New NKF bone disease guidelines released; emphasis on CKD kids. |
| O07 |
Fraud trial underway of company that transported NC dialysis patients. |
| O07 |
Renal Advantage now fourth largest US chain after buying 70 units from DaVita. |
| O07 |
Study of tonsillar lymph cells highlights role of autoreactive B cells in lupus. |
| O07 |
Lancet: Pioglitazone lowers risk of heart attacks and strokes in diabetics. |
| O07 |
Pegaptanib shows promising results in treating exudative macular degeneration. |
| O06 |
Extension cord may have been cause of fatal home dialysis fire. |
| O06 |
CDC urges flu vaccination now for priority groups. |
| O06 |
MMWR: West Nile Virus in infected organ transplant recipients. |
| O06 |
Number of home hemodialysis patients increases 8-fold in 3 years. |
| O06 |
1918 killer flu came from birds |
| O06 |
Serum amyloid P protein sticks to medical devices, initiates immune response. |
| O06 |
Soy compound, genistein, found to inhibit amyloid plaque formation. |
| O05 |
Home dialysis machine may have caused fatal house fire. |
| O05 |
Charity and University hospitals in New Orleans "unsalvageable". |
| O05 |
U.S to host world conference on bird flu, |
| O05 |
Generic form of amlodipine approved by the FDA |
| O05 |
HCV cross-infection in Malaysian dialysis unit - poor use of UP highlighted. |
| O05 |
Human Genome's experimental lupus drug Lymphostat-B fails to meet goals. |
| O04 |
Addition of amiloride to HTN drug regimens helps, esp. in African Americans. |
| O04 |
DaVita agrees to sell 70 dialysis clinics to seal Gambro deal. |
| O04 |
Johns Hopkins living donor trading scheme shows encouraging results. |
| O04 |
National Renal Alliance secures 30 M financing to fund growth. |
| O04 |
90% of Framingham cohort over 60 years of age now overweight. |
| O04 |
Federate Trade Commission approves DaVita acquisition of Gambro units. |
| O03 |
THi cells make IL-17 and may be key to some autoimmune diseases. |
| O01 |
Higher exposure to sunlight reduces prostate cancer risk by 50%. |
| S30 |
Forced water ingestion to discipline a child may have resulted in her death. |
| S30 |
Toronto study: Nocturnal HD markedly increases endothelial progenitor cell number. |
| S30 |
Chinese horseshoe bats identified as animal reservoir for the SARS virus. |
| S30 |
Large California fire threatens Thousand Oaks (Amgen) area. |
| S29 |
Genzyme getting into device biz to treat acute renal failure. |
| S29 |
JASN: Acute phosphate nephropathy following certain bowel preps. |
| S29 |
JASN: Dose-targeting bias may confound Kt/V vs. mortality relationship. |
| S29 |
DaVita opens new dialysis centers to help hurricane victims. |
| S28 |
Toprol (metoprolol)/Topamax/Tegretrol look-alike names prompt FDA alert letter. |
| S28 |
Denver doctor set to receive transplant from donor found via the internet. |
| S28 |
Nabi sues Ohio company for patent infringement over generic calcium acetate. |
| S28 |
beta-2-adrenergic receptor genetics determines survival after MI. |
| S27 |
Baxter announces new IVIG (intravenous immune globulin) product. |
| S27 |
Pomegranate juice surprisingly effective against prostate cancer cells in mice. |
| S26 |
AHA issues dietary recs for children and adolescents. |
| S26 |
UK experimenting with privatisation of some dialysis services. |
| S26 |
Lancet study suggests wider use of statins in higher dosages may be beneficial. |
| S26 |
Smoking appears to double the risk of developing type 2 diabetes. |
| S26 |
Genzyme could see upside if Renagel included in Medicare Part D. |
| S26 |
Lead exposure plus high blood pressure may impair mental ability. |
| S26 |
Hurricane Katrina may have displaced up to 6000 physicians. |
| S25 |
Genes on chromosome 2 linked to resistant hypertension. |
| S23 |
Microbicide impregnated gauze dressing combats wound infection. |
| S23 |
Panic disorder may increase risk of coronary artery disease. |
| S23 |
New electronic device sniffs out MRSA infections. |
| S23 |
ESRD Network 13 Katrina and Rita update page. |
| S23 |
Mathematician proposes improved transplant donor-recipient matching algorithm. |
| S22 |
Past lessons help hospitals prepare for Rita. |
| S22 |
DaVita restoring service in Katrina-affected areas - announces patient hotline. |
| S22 |
Panel of 22 biomarkers was better than PSA to identify prostate cancer. |
| S22 |
NEJM: Efficacy of various strategies to raise HDL cholesterol. |
| S22 |
Surprisingly high cancer, heart death rates in 1-4 cig/day smokers. |
| S22 |
Affymax launches phase 2 study of NESA to treat anemia in European CKD patients. |
| S22 |
Pharma organization launches global clinical trials database. |
| S21 |
Rita hits category 5 status; Galveston being evacuated. |
| S21 |
EDTNA journal club: Venous needle dislodgement during hemodialysis. |
| S21 |
Haaretz: Organ donor shortage in Israel: Problem and possible solutions. |
| S21 |
Nabi launches study to see if StaphVax will protect dialysis patients long-term. |
| S21 |
Sept 21 issue of JAMA focuses on administrative aspects of medical research. |
| S21 |
EphB2 gene mutation may explain high prostate cancer risk in African Americans. |
| S21 |
O-GlcNac sugars, rather than cyclins, prime determinants of cell cycle control. |
| S21 |
Immune cells communicate via network of nanotubules. |
| S21 |
ESRD networks hurricane information page. |
| S21 |
ESRD Network 13 info regarding hurricane Rita. |
| S21 |
Men are more successful at losing weight by dieting than women. |
| S21 |
Nashville also to get part of Gambro - Medicaid settlement payment. |
| S21 |
Ohio to receive settlement money in Gambro Medicaid overpayment case. |
| S20 |
Hurricane Rita aimed at Texas coast. |
| S20 |
Type 2 diabetes prevalent in Canada; many complications and poor control. |
| S20 |
Novartis oral renin inhibitor aliskiren shows good results in phase III trial. |
| S20 |
Dialysis need leads patient to evacuate before Katrina, saving her family. |
| S19 |
New developments in Durban, South Africa organ trafficking scandal. |
| S19 |
Ebay blocks kidney donor bids. |
| S19 |
Latest on American Kidney Fund grants for Katrina dialysis patients. |
| S19 |
SIMS project Katrina update: Is your dialysis unit open? |
| S17 |
DaVita slowly reopening Katrina-affected dialysis clinics. |
| S17 |
Fat cells linked to production of CRP via resistin. |
| S16 |
Focus on dialysis: Medical system strains to cope in Louisiana. |
| S16 |
BBC: Ultraviolet light plus azathioprine increase skin cancer risk. |
| S16 |
FDA advice on ensuring water quality on reopening dialysis clinics: updated. |
| S16 |
NKF Singapore reduces size of its fundraising staff. |
| S16 |
American Kidney Fund helps Katrina dialysis patient victims. |
| S14 |
Katrina highlights need for electronic medical records |
| S13 |
New IDF global guideline for type 2 diabetes. |
| S13 |
Pioglitzaone improves cardiovascular outcomes in diabetics. |
| S13 |
Low-dose aspirin might protect against cardiac effects of COX-2 inhibitbors. |
| S13 |
High blood sugar levels linked to heart disease, even in nondiabetics. |
| S13 |
Agouti-related peptide expressing (Agrp) neurons related to appetite, feeding.. |
| S12 |
CMS issues correction to proposed 2006 ESRD reimbursement |
| S12 |
Picayune dialysis patients get help |
| S11 |
FDA approves first glitizar-class drug for treatment of type 2 diabetes. |
| S11 |
Xenotransplantation may soon become a reality |
| S11 |
New duodenal iron transport system identified for haem iron absorption. |
| S11 |
Teenage girls who eat their Wheaties for breakfast stay slimmer. |
| S11 |
Where did all of the New Orleans dialysis patients go? |
| S09 |
MMWR: Cholesterol screening rates increasing, but only modestly. |
| S09 |
FDA advisory panel recommends approval of inhaled insulin. |
| S09 |
Spironolactone added to ACEI/ARB gives added renoprotection in diabetics. |
| S09 |
Double-membrane dialysis system uses nanotech to control pore size. |
| S09 |
Reduction of severe hypoglycemic episodes another benefit of islet cell tx. |
| S09 |
Liver TORC2 identified as key regulators of blood glucose levels. |
| S09 |
Community-acquired MRSA strains now more common and more deadly. |
| S07 |
Shot dialysis technician on the mend. |
| S07 |
High aluminum levels now rare in United States patients |
| S06 |
Eur Soc Cardiol 2005 Congress website |
| S06 |
Network 8 Katrina update |
| S06 |
CV outcomes better with amlodipine / perindopril than with atenolol / diuretic. |
| S06 |
Number of dialysis patients in Scotland rises by 50%. |
| S06 |
Dialysis patient shoots technician at Queens dialysis center. |
| S06 |
Scientists develop fungus-fighting vaccine. |
| S06 |
Calcium scans can predict heart disease in healthy men. |
| S06 |
ESC 2005: Fondaparinux safer than enoxaparin, and as effective |
| S06 |
Soy protein-rich diet may help prevent fatty liver of diabetes. |
| S06 |
Folic acid, B vitamins lower homocysteine, but show no heart protective effects. |
| S04 |
HHS looking for clinical physician and LPN volunteers for Katrina relief |
| S02 |
National Kidney Foundation hurricane relief web page. |
| S02 |
CDC recommendations regarding hurricanes. |
| S02 |
Mayo Clinic reports breakthrough treatment for multiple myeloma. |
| S02 |
Hospitals in crisis in New Orleans |
| S02 |
Fresenius hotline telephone numbers: emergency dialysis for Alabama patients. |
| S02 |
Amgen donates 2.5 M toward Katrina relief effort. |
| S02 |
Baxter Foundation organizes help for Katrina victims. |
| S02 |
American Kidney Fund offers help to patients affected by Katrina. |
| S01 |
JCI: New kidney hormone identified that metabolizes catecholamines. |
| S01 |
ANNA Katrina information center - how you can help. |
| S01 |
SIMS project hurricane Katrina info links. |
| S01 |
Calcitriol plus NSAIDs slow prostate cancer cell growth in vitro. |
| S01 |
Backup generator fuel shortage, unrest, plague New Orleans hospitals. |
| A31 |
Glucose in bronchial secretions increases risk of acquiring MRSA infection. |
| A31 |
West Nile virus returns - 17 new cases near Chicago. |
| A31 |
Chimpanzee genome unveiled. |
| A31 |
FDA approves new influenza vaccine for upcoming flu season. |
| A31 |
Olive oil contains a naturally occuring COX inihbitor and is anti-inflammatory. |
| A31 |
New Orleans hospitals in a crisis situation. |
| A30 |
ESRD Network 13: Hurricane Katrina alerts, phone numbers. |
| A29 |
Coffee is number one source of antioxidants in U.S. diet. |
| A29 |
Mad cow proteins (prions) successfully detected in blood. |
| A29 |
Prompt statin therapy after heart attack cuts mortality risk in half. |
| A29 |
Physician gives kidney, then her heart to dialysis patient. |
| A29 |
Bahrain patients warned against buying black market kidneys. |
| A29 |
AAKP presses Congress to structure Medicare payments rewarding use of AV fistula |
| A28 |
Medicare fraud investigation focuses on physician and dialysis billing issues. |
| A28 |
Bluetooth mobile phone link allows diabetics to monitor trends in their glucose. |
| A28 |
Medicate part D to help cover costs for kidney patient drugs. |
| A28 |
Antibody absorption enables ABO mismatched live donor transplants. |
| A28 |
French Society of Vascular Access: 2005 Congress presentations (in French) |
| A28 |
Acrylamide french fry lawsuit filed against McDonald's and Wendy's. |
| A26 |
Klotho gene may increase longevity by causing insulin resistance. |
| A26 |
Metabolic syndrome doesn't exist, diabetes groups claim. |
| A26 |
Kidney donor exchange programs catching on - the New York experience. |
| A26 |
Metabolic advantage of protein-rich diets may be due to leucine. |
| A25 |
Walter Reed military hospital slated to close. |
| A25 |
Ten Canadian pharmacies apply for license to sell Rx drugs in Nevada. |
| A25 |
Renal Care Group shareholders approve merger with Fresenius. |
| A25 |
Brain interleukin-1 levels related to bone dynamics and osteoporosis. |
| A24 |
NEJM: Belatacept preserves GFR better than Cya in renal transplantation. |
| A24 |
NEJM: EPO associated with proliferative retinopathy in patients and mice. |
| A24 |
Organ donation FAQ from BBC News |
| A24 |
TFAH releases report on obesity in America - we're all getting fatter. |
| A24 |
Hope raised for making lungs in the lab. |
| A24 |
NKF launches new public service campaign about early detection of CKD. |
| A24 |
The American Society of Hypertension ditches AmJH for JCH. |
| A23 |
AJKD: More frequent nephrologist visits fail to impact dialysis patient outcome |
| A22 |
Scios announces recommended use initiative for Natrecor. |
| A22 |
Researchers find new technique for creating stem cells |
| A22 |
American Indians fight curse of fry bread: fat and diabetes. |
| A22 |
Long-acting form of exenatide works in type 2 DM; Amylin shares soar. |
| A22 |
Dialysis patient completes 500 mile bicycle trip in Wisconsin and Michigan.. |
| A19 |
Massive cryptosporidium outbreak (1500 people) linked to water park storage tank |
| A19 |
Research promising for chocolate lovers. |
| A19 |
Jury awards widow 253 million in Vioxx suit against Merck. |
| A19 |
Cochrane group review suggests benefits of synthetic membranes not yet proven. |
| A19 |
Boosting efficacy of BCG vaccine to fight tuberculosis |
| A19 |
Magnetic nanoparticle MRI used to visualize inflammed pancreas in type 1 DM. |
| A19 |
Myogen announces phase 2 trial results of darusentan in resistant hypertension. |
| A19 |
Report examines use of electronic health records. |
| A19 |
MMWR: Hypokalemia and lactic acidosis due to use of adulterated heroin. |
| A19 |
New treatment may help prevent diabetic nerve damage and complications. |
| A19 |
Novartis trying to develop alternative phosphate binding drug. |
| A18 |
Alabama changes rule requiring dialysis units to be within 10 miles of hospital. |
| A18 |
Will FDA approve diabetes-related health claims for chromium picolinate? |
| A18 |
Researchers discover new pathway to hemoglobin synthesis. |
| A17 |
Bluetooth scanner stroke hope. |
| A16 |
CMS Proposed Rule Would Reduce Medicare ESRD Reimbursement |
| A16 |
Gambro issues safety alert: Overriding Prisma excessive UF alarm is dangerous. |
| A16 |
Prominent Durban profs in court over organ trading scheme. |
| A16 |
Low energy production in muscle mitochondria presages type 2 diabetes by 20 yrs. |
| A16 |
Cardiologists confirm anemia - mortality link in CHF patients. |
| A16 |
Analgesic drug use linked to high blood pressure in women. |
| A16 |
Mayo researchers link mortality in ESRD to high levels of heparin antibodies. |
| A16 |
Nephrology's answer to rising oil prices and globar warming. |
| A16 |
After overeating we don't compensate by eating less. |
| A16 |
PLEKHA1 gene linked to age-related macular degeneration. |
| A16 |
Kidney Drug Coverage website: Teleconference schedule |
| A15 |
Superbugs found in UK chicken survey, including VRE. |
| A14 |
Scientists aim for lab-grown meat. |
| A14 |
Type 1 diabetic swims across English channel. |
| A13 |
Nanobac strikes deal with kidney stone lab. |
| A13 |
New type 2 diabetes gene discovered. |
| A13 |
Regular customer donates kidney to waitress |
| A13 |
Florida man who found donor via internet finally gets transplant. |
| A13 |
False urban legend that collecting aluminum pull tabs helps dialysis patients. |
| A13 |
NEJM: Retinoid X receptors - new targets to treat metabolic syndrome. |
| A13 |
Gadonanotubes outperform standard MRI contrast agents. |
| A11 |
Dr. Maki working on ethanol lock system to keep IV catheters infection-free. |
| A11 |
NEJM: PTH(1-34) given with alendronate improves bone density. |
| A11 |
NEJM: Alendronate after PTH(1-84) help maintain bone density. |
| A11 |
Following clinical guidelines in elderly can lead to polypharmacy. |
| A11 |
Pfizer files for FDA approval of new renal cancer drug Sutent. |
| A11 |
Rockwell awarded European patent for new iron delivery technology. |
| A11 |
Renal Care Group served with broad-ranging federal subpoena. |
| A09 |
Aksys reports second quarter results. |
| A09 |
Study shows large burden placed on hospitals by Staph. infections. |
| A09 |
Russian medics being tried for organ-stealing scheme. |
| A09 |
Modified form of digitalis finds role as a cancer killing drug. |
| A09 |
Salt restriction lower BP and urine protein in Blacks. |
| A09 |
ANNA ESRD Education Week activities start August 8th. |
| A09 |
Home dialysis for kids to be tested |
| A06 |
Organ trading: How much is a kidney worth? |
| A05 |
Scientific Kidney Symposium: NKF So Cal. Sept. 24, 2005 |
| A04 |
FMC reports very good Q2 results. |
| A04 |
Prehypertension triples heart attack risk. |
| A03 |
Extended shelf life for donated organs. |
| A03 |
Renal Care Group announces 2nd quarter results. |
| A03 |
JASN articles focuses on poor medical care received by CKD patients. |
| A03 |
NEJM: (full text) Ethics of organ donation by living donors. |
| A02 |
Medlearn: Paying for vaccinations in dialysis facilities. |
| A02 |
Clockwork orange food aversion approach works for ice cream but not for cookies |
| A02 |
Op-Ed piece suggests the FDA should loosen up; allow patient to choose some risk |
| A02 |
More on how fructose intake via processed food can increase weight gain. |
| A02 |
Are some patients overdosing on calcium supplements and vitamin D? |
| A02 |
CHOICE study reports in Annals that PD mortality higher than Hemo. |
| A02 |
Scientists crack 40-year puzzle of DNA evolution. |
| J30 |
Fructose-sweetened foods associated with obesity. |
| J30 |
Robins, not crows, may be spreading West Nile virus. |
| J29 |
Frist now backs bill to allow use of stem cells in research. |
| J29 |
Transonics wins patent infringement ruling against Hemametrics on appeal. |
| J29 |
House approves malpractice noneconomic damage cap - Senate fate uncertain. |
| J29 |
Low-dose carbon monoxide may prevent obliterative bronchiolitis. |
| J29 |
Benefits of a reminder system to remove unneeded urinary catheters. |
| J29 |
HHS collaborative program increasing cadaver organ donation rates. |
| J29 |
Davita to sell 70 dialysis units to Renal America. |
| J28 |
Swiss study shows no benefit of CVVHDF over intermittent HD in the ICU. |
| J28 |
New CJASN website: Now accepting articles for review. |
| J28 |
JASN: ADMA strongly predictive of CKD progression |
| J28 |
Drug dose adjustment in CKD: Guru texts may not agree. |
| J28 |
Niger website for famine donations (Save the Children) |
| J28 |
FDA bans use of Bayer fluoroquinolone in poultry to fight rise in superbugs. |
| J28 |
Phthalates induce lupus in genetically-predisposed mice. |
| J28 |
Baxter recalls Home Choice Automated PD machine due to grounding problem. |
| J28 |
Propanolol may be useful in erasing traumatic memories in PTSD patients. |
| J28 |
Genzyme announces preliminary results of Renagel-mortality study. |
| J28 |
Prof. Goh Chee Leok starts work as interim CEO of NKF Singapore. |
| J28 |
Fire destroys Sacramento, CA dialysis unit building. |
| J26 |
Experts warn against excess water intake during exercise. |
| J26 |
Medical scans using isotopes set off airport alarms. |
| J26 |
Gary Brukardt and other Renal Care execs to join Fresenius Medical Care. |
| J26 |
NY diabetes patient tracking system raises privacy concerns. |
| J26 |
Vitamin D supplements do not improve BMD in Afr. American, nonuremic women. |
| J26 |
New gene therapy-based approach to diabetic neuropathy. |
| J25 |
New siRNA approach to treating hepatitis B. |
| J25 |
Cocoa flavonoids: Eat two chocolate bars and call me in the morning. |
| J25 |
How estrogen via its alpha receptor may be bad for women's hearts. |
| J25 |
FMC closes 5 dialysis units in DC area due to insufficient funding. |
| J25 |
Cellular fusion receptor B5 used by herpesviruses to enter cells. |
| J25 |
Oxyntomodulin injections prior to meals result in short-term weight loss. |
| J23 |
WHERE to register your clinical trial. |
| J23 |
Harvard FAQ: How and if to register your clinical trial. |
| J23 |
Modernizing renal workforce and services in the UK (.pdf) |
| J23 |
UK NKF patient-centered website |
| J23 |
UK CKD guidelines |
| J23 |
Is your clinical trial registered? If not, you may not get it published! |
| J23 |
FDA orders recall of Baxter Colleague Volumetric Infusion pumps |
| J23 |
TGF beta receptor mutations linked to aortic dissections. |
| J23 |
Popularity of reimbursable e-visits to physicians is growing. |
| J22 |
Nabi initiates phase 1 trial of vaccine against another strain of S. aureus. |
| J22 |
Retinol-binding protein implicated in obesity, insulin resistance. |
| J22 |
CDC reports less lead, cotinine in U.S. population; cadmium still of concern. |
| J22 |
NEJM: Statins had no effect on hard outcomes in diabetic ESRD patients. |
| J22 |
Baxter to stop making HD equipment; will distribute Gambro products. |
| J20 |
House bill seeks to reorganize the NIH and its Institutes. |
| J20 |
JASN pre-release: Citrate catheter lock ups patency, lowers infection risk. |
| J20 |
JASN early release: Short daily HD lowers LVH by 30%, also CRP. |
| J20 |
LCM virus infected hamster causing transplant death traced to Ohio. |
| J20 |
NxStage medical (maker of home dialysis machine) files for IPO. |
| J19 |
Reductions in Medicare payments for IVIG lead to problems: Portent for EPO? |
| J19 |
Double diabetes rising incidence in kids puzzles doctors. |
| J19 |
Annals: If Medicare were to provide ACE-I for free, it would be cost effective. |
| J19 |
Natrecor (nesiritide) safety summary (Scios) |
| J19 |
ALLHAT suggests that diuretics rule, even in Blacks with metabolic syndrome. |
| J19 |
Dark chocolate and blood pressure in the news (watch the oxalate!). |
| J18 |
New DNA dipstick test to detect pathogens in blood sample in minutes. |
| J18 |
Brits ask for public comment on codes of practice for transplantation |
| J17 |
Reflections on accomplishments of NKF Singapore and its CEO. |
| J17 |
Mutations in NOTCH1 gene linked to aortic valvular disease. |
| J17 |
Faulty ENPP1 gene linked to diabetes and obesity. |
| J15 |
NKF Illinois presents - Dialysis in the 21st Century - Chicago, Sept. 11, 2005. |
| J15 |
MMWR: Updated influenza vaccination guidelines from the CDC. |
| J15 |
Gerard Ee named as interim CEO and Board Chairman of NKF Singapore. |
| J15 |
Ruboxistaurin reduces vision loss in diabetics with macular edema. |
| J14 |
NIH finds ethics violations by its employees in 44 cases. |
| J14 |
NEJM op-ed piece attacks continued use of nesiritide. |
| J14 |
More on NKF Singapore lawsuit and its withdrawal. |
| J14 |
New super-EPO (PT-401) drug under development. |
| J14 |
Genzyme on a roll - good financial results, drugs in the pipeline. |
| J14 |
NKF Singapore CEO steps down amid controversy. |
| J13 |
DaVita-RMS gets Medicare demonstration project for CKD patients. |
| J13 |
New diabetes treatment to come from lizards. |
| J13 |
Nabi says Staph vaccine ups immunity. |
| J13 |
Acoustic cavitation cold fusion results confirmed! (OK, not nephrology...) |
| J12 |
BMJ: Five futures for academic medicine. |
| J11 |
Giving oxygen without CO2 may do more harm than good. |
| J11 |
Patient navigator law to help low-income pts. with chronic disease, esp. DM. |
| J11 |
Q-med gets funding to further develop Ixion's oxalate technology. |
| J11 |
Walking on cobblestones reduces blood pressure, improves balance. |
| J11 |
Microcystis algae getting worse in Lake Erie, Sandusky bay near Toledo. |
| J11 |
Analyzing patients' breath to diagnose acute renal failure and cancer. |
| J11 |
With approval of new machines, home dialysis is in the news. |
| J11 |
Hageman clotting factor linked to atherosclerosis. |
| J11 |
Carotenoids give gold color to S. aureus, and protect it from oxidation by WBCs. |
| J10 |
Smart toilet check on your health. |
| J10 |
Gene for immune deficiency syndromes found. |
| J08 |
Illinois Public Health directed by governor to establish CKD detection program. |
| J08 |
Ruboxistaurin lowers proteinuria in diabetic GN by 24%. |
| J08 |
Parrots understand algebra, Kt/V :-) |
| J08 |
Genomic mechanism of increased azathioprine toxicity identified. |
| J07 |
Nephroprevention Conference 2005 to be held in Toronto, Sept. 23-24. |
| J07 |
More on Nichols vs. Scantibodies PTH assay patent infringement suit (pdf) |
| J07 |
Scantibodies wins in PTH assay patent infringement suit brought by Nichols (4th story down) |
| J07 |
ANNA: Resource guide for use with Hispanic dialysis patients (.pdf) |
| J07 |
Phase 3 trial begins of endothelin A receptor antagonist in diabetic nephropathy |
| J06 |
House bill to mandate reporting of all pharma clinical trials in registry. |
| J06 |
Therapeutic robotics offers new benefits for stroke patients. |
| J06 |
Expanding definitions of disease: economic consequences |
| J06 |
Antibiotic use in farm animals contributes to rise of superbugs. |
| J06 |
Renal Care Group acquires mobile apheresis provider in San Francisco. |
| J06 |
Law introduced to help prevent counterfeit drugs, especially EPO. |
| J06 |
Coffee drinking may lower type 2 diabetes risk in adults |
| J06 |
Growth hormone releasing factor may prevent malnutrition in stage IV CKD. |
| J06 |
AAKP endorses Grassley-Baucus bill for improved dialysis quality. |
| J06 |
Vitamin E supps do not protect women from heart attack, stroke, or cancer |
| J04 |
How cells with damaged DNA alert the immune system |
| J04 |
Medlearn matters (SE0541) Medicare Prescription Drug Coverage |
| J04 |
Implanted stomach stimulator used as an alternative to stomach-stapling surgery. |
| J01 |
More frequent dialysis bill introduced in the U.S. House |
| J30 |
Kaiser webcast on health IT at 2 PM EST today (Thursday). |
| J30 |
Canadian Health Minister to restrict U.S. access to Canadian meds. |
| J30 |
Genzyme, Bone Care International, announce shareholder approval of merger. |
| J30 |
Gastric bypass surgery lowers CRP by 50%. |
| J30 |
High-carb diet markedly increases cataract risk. |
| J30 |
Daclizumab cuts rejection risks in heart transplants. |
| J30 |
New NKF brochure highlights home hemodialysis |
| J30 |
CRP receptor in endothelial cells identified. |
| J30 |
ALLHAT subanalysis shows diuretics lower CV risk in diabetics as well as ACEI |
| J29 |
Man drives truck through wall of dialysis center. |
| J29 |
Radiofrequency ablation effective for long-term treatment of small kidney tumors |
| J29 |
Consumer reports announces "best buy" calciuim channel blockers. |
| J29 |
Urinary biomarkers predict ARF after bypass surgery. |
| J29 |
Singing exercises for throat muscles target snoring, sleep apnea. |
| J29 |
Keryx initiates phase 4 study of sulodexide to treat diabetic nephropathy. |
| J29 |
NxStage receives FDA clearance for home hemodialysis system. |
| J29 |
Viagra stimulates insertion of aquaporin channels in collecting duct cells. |
| J28 |
High iron and cholesterol equals high cancer risk in nonuremics. |
| J28 |
Researchers link nursing injuries to staffing levels. |
| J28 |
Benign prostatic hypertrophy associated with increased CKD risk in Mayo study. |
| J28 |
A wingman (CD8 coreceptor) for T-cell receptors? |
| J28 |
Pfizer review claims no link between Viagra use and blindness. |
| J28 |
FlowMedica device permits infusion of fenoldopam directly into renal arteries. |
| J27 |
The 43 Grand Challenge funded projects. |
| J27 |
Gates Foundation - supported Grand Challenges initiative selects 43 proposals. |
| J27 |
Will a next-generation HBV vaccine be more effective? Trial in progress. |
| J27 |
McGill University starts up nocturnal HD program in Montreal. |
| J27 |
Omiganan topical antibiotic designed to prevent central venous catheter infxns. |
| J27 |
Dr. Richard Fine to head up Am Soc Transplantation for 2005-6. |
| J27 |
ANNA: Resource guide for use with Hispanic nephrology patients (.pdf) |
| J26 |
Gene hunters flock to Amish country. |
| J25 |
VA faces 1 billion dollar budget shortfall this year. |
| J24 |
Canada aims to curb internet drug trade. |
| J24 |
AMA floats ideas to boost organ donation. |
| J24 |
FDA refuses to approve broader use of Abiomed artificial heart. |
| J24 |
US FDA approves BiDil for African Americans with CHF. |
| J24 |
Whose kidney is it anyway? Should we nationalize corpses? |
| J23 |
AHA: Public access defibrillator study doubles survivals: Policy statements. |
| J23 |
Vitamin D deficiency in CKD - why should we care? |
| J23 |
NIH provides toolkit for African Americans to discuss CKD at family reunions. |
| J22 |
NEJM: CD3 antibody preserves residual beta cell fxn. in early type 1 diabetes. |
| J22 |
Steel workers in hot workplaces found to be prone to kidney stones. |
| J22 |
Venofer gets FDA approval for treatment of pre-dialysis (CKD) patients. |
| J22 |
Japanese scientists cure ARF in mice with adult stem cells. |
| J22 |
Initial FDA review of Abiomed artificial heart is mixed. |
| J22 |
Renal Solutions' sorbent dialysis system gets FDA clearance. |
| J22 |
Bacterial infection linked to Guillain-Barre via autoimmunity changes. |
| J22 |
Adeno-associated virus type 2 kills several types of skin cancers. |
| J22 |
Genistein in soybeans may be a threat to sperm fertility. |
| J21 |
Thalidomide better than conventional chemo to treat multiple myeloma. |
| J20 |
Scientists find early signs of Alzheimer's using PET scanning. |
| J20 |
Five kidney donors in one family |
| J20 |
Radiofrequency ablation is effective long-term treatment of kidney tumors. |
| J18 |
Acologix and Toray team up to commercialize uremic itching drug. |
| J18 |
U.S consumer group demands warning labels on potato chips re acrylamide. |
| J17 |
FDA advisory panel recommends approval of BiDil for CHF in Blacks. |
| J17 |
High levels of ADMA associated with renal disease progression in CKD. |
| J17 |
John Laragh raises concern about MD conflicts of interest at the Am Soc HTN. |
| J17 |
Nephros gets FDA OK to market mid-dilution HDF filter in the United States. |
| J17 |
Regulatory concerns delay sale of Gambro dialysis units to DaVita. |
| J17 |
Study sheds light on why diabetes drugs (thiazolidinediones) cause edema. |
| J16 |
Lead exposure from using indoor firing ranges by shooting teams. |
| J16 |
Rodham-Clinton, Frist, introduce health care IT bill. |
| J16 |
Genzyme and Bone Care International on track for their merger. |
| J16 |
FTC wants more info regarding sale of Renal Care Group. |
| J16 |
Medicare's investment in quality improvement may not be paying off. |
| J16 |
APOE allele may slightly increase risk of CKD. |
| J16 |
Exposure to sunlight may decrease risk of prostate cancer. |
| J16 |
Arteries bio-engineered from elderly patient cells. |
| J16 |
BMJ: Should everyone over 50 be taking a daily aspirin? |
| J16 |
Tight control in diabetics markedly lowers later cardiovascular risk. |
| J16 |
Brazilian doctors see anatomy in Michelangelo's Sistine Chapel ceiling. |
| J14 |
History: Use of kidneys in secular and ritualized religious practices. |
| J14 |
FDA examines application of BiDil (two vasodilators) to treat CHF in Blacks. |
| J14 |
Viagra effective in treating pulmonary arterial HTN in kids. |
| J14 |
Large multinational study shows restless legs syndrome common in nonuremics. |
| J13 |
Highlights from Am Soc Hypertens Meeting (via the ESH) |
| J13 |
American Diabetes Association Scientific Sessions - abstract search |
| J13 |
Compression stockings markedly cut risk of DVT on airplane flights. |
| J13 |
Incidence of diabetes in U.S. ESRD patients falls by 30% |
| J13 |
Kinky bypass grafts last longer. |
| J13 |
Scientists create hepatitis C virus in the lab for the first time. |
| J11 |
Affymax announces good results with peptide-based ESA to treat anemia. |
| J10 |
Phthalates accumulate to high levels in infants in neonatal ICUs |
| J10 |
Researchers get first peek at amyoid structure. |
| J10 |
New approach to T-cells may help achieve tolerance of donor organs. |
| J10 |
New type of filter traps bioaerosols from infected water. |
| J10 |
Fruit fly eyes yield clues into how glomeruli develop |
| J08 |
Dialysis technician training school opens in San Francisco area. |
| J07 |
New methods may preserve fertility in girls receiving cytotoxic therapy. |
| J07 |
West Nile virus in the news - CNN special report. |
| J07 |
What is a kidney worth? Special article on organ transplantatiýon. |
| J07 |
Plasma BNP distinguishes restrictive myopathy from constrictive pericarditis |
| J07 |
FMC: Fresenius unveils new 5008 HD-HDF machine ýn Istanbul. |
| J07 |
FMC: European registry data shows 35% lower death risk wýth hemodiafiltration |
| J07 |
Bacteria can survive for weeks on hospital surfaces |
| J07 |
Low vitamin B12 levels common, associated with high homocysteine levels. |
| J06 |
Int'l Congress on Nutrition and Metabolism - Yucatan, Mexico, March 2006. |
| J06 |
China plans to ban trade in human organs. |
| J06 |
SHARF trial fails to identify a benefit of CRRT over daily IHD in ARF. |
| J06 |
Fibrillex retards CKD progression in AA amyloidosis. |
| J06 |
Carrying a recessive gene for sphingolipid disorders may make you smarter. |
| J06 |
CERA anemia drug shows promising results in longer-term trial. |
| J06 |
Anti-cancer proteins in high quantities in gene-modified chicken eggs. |
| J06 |
Tumor stem cell genes determine invasiveness of wide array of cancers. |
| J05 |
Gene therapy reverses pulmonary hypertension |
| J04 |
JASN Express: Crit-line blood volume monitoring fails to reduce hospitalizations |
| J04 |
Editorials, opinions (via Kaiser) on disclosing results of clinical trials. |
| J04 |
CDC defends its position about obesity and increased mortality risk. |
| J04 |
Florida storm bill fails to deal with power outages in dialysis units. |
| J04 |
Rugby star Lomu on comeback trail after kidney transplant. |
| J03 |
JHU project connects dialysis kids with on-line games, communities. |
| J03 |
Kaiser electronic med system reduces medication errors in CKD patients. |
| J02 |
Key clue to mad cow disease |
| J01 |
Malpractice premiums of over 200K driving OB-GYNs from some counties, states. |
| M31 |
Off-pump, on-pump cardiac bypass methods give comparable results. |
| M31 |
Int Fed Kidney Foundations (IFKF) meeting opens in Dublin. |
| M30 |
Workplace solvent TCE linked to immune system disorders. |
| M30 |
Kaiser malpractice update: Illinois, Maryland, NH, and Washington, DC. |
| M30 |
Freezing eggs before chemotherapy in women to preserve fertility. |
| M30 |
Porphyria now and in the days of "mad" King George. |
| M28 |
New study finds no link between cell phone use and brain tumors. |
| M28 |
Judge sides with California nurses in maintaining staffing ratio rule. |
| M28 |
Phthalate exposure in pregnant women linked to infant genital defects. |
| M28 |
Long-term effects of Canadian toxigenic E. Coli outbreak in the news. |
| M27 |
Adverse impact of second-hand smoke stronger than previously believed. |
| M27 |
MMWR analysis of lymphocytic choriomeningitis virus infection in Tx pts. |
| M27 |
FDA investigating causes of blindness in users of Viagra/Cialis. |
| M27 |
Abbott announces FDA approval of Zemplar (paricalcitol) capsules. |
| M27 |
ESRD Clinical Performance Measures (CPM) 2004 report now available. |
| M26 |
Deep sea bacteria may provide new tools to kill MRSA. |
| M25 |
Atherosclerosis linked to inefficient mitochondria in vascular endothelial cells |
| M24 |
ATC: Use of expanded criteria donors is safe. |
| M24 |
American Transplant Congress 2005 abstracts now available. |
| M24 |
Crestor (rosuvastatin) associated with higher adverse event risk. |
| M24 |
Argument between two Malaysian dialysis patients ends in knife attack and murder |
| M24 |
Higher milk intake associated with lower CV, stroke risk. |
| M23 |
Three organ transplant recipients die from virus related to rodents. |
| M22 |
Cannabis receptors present in bone; linked to bone loss. |
| M22 |
Synchrotron used to uncover hidden text in Archimedes palimpsest. |
| M22 |
Electrostatic charge on plastic nurses' aprons attracts bacteria, ups risk. |
| M22 |
British press reports speculate that French woman received Princess Di's kidney. |
| M21 |
Compelling evidence mounts for anticancer effects of sunshine via vitamin D. |
| M21 |
South Koreans clone stem cells from skin cell nuclei and denucleated human ova. |
| M21 |
Hospitalists coming into their own as a medical specialty. |
| M21 |
Am Soc Hypertension writing group comes up with new definition of hypertension. |
| M21 |
Medicare to pay for ESRD telehealth services (pdf). |
| M21 |
American Urology Association 2005 Ann Mtg abstracts on-line. |
| M20 |
Empathic voice improves doctor-patient communication. |
| M20 |
American Society of HTN 2005 meeting abstracts |
| M20 |
JASN: New European RCT of Hgb normalization shows no harm but no benefit for LV. |
| M20 |
Australians use hypnosis to help kids deal with stress of hemodialysis. |
| M20 |
Which patients should be screened for hemochromatosis? |
| M20 |
New telemedicine company treats patients by phone without seeing them. |
| M20 |
Rise in digit tendonitis from handheld device use. |
| M20 |
Nabi ramping up large scale production of its Staph vaccine. |
| M20 |
Amgen, J and J, drugs compete in data reported at oncology conference. |
| M19 |
Am J Nephrol: Carnitine therapy associated with decreased hospitalizations |
| M19 |
New way of fighting antibiotic resistance - by blocking evolution in E. Coli. |
| M19 |
Renal Care Group says class action lawsuit on Fresenius merger is without merit. |
| M18 |
NEJM: Cystatin levels predict mortality better than Scr in the elderly.. |
| M18 |
Arteriosclerosis Thrombosis Vasc Biology abstracts, 2005 (pdf) |
| M18 |
New class antifungal mycafungin (Mycamine) now available in US. |
| M18 |
ASH: New onset diabetes 23% higher with amlodipine vs. valsartan. |
| M18 |
Is diabetes a result of survival advantage during the ice age? |
| M18 |
Hemodialysis options brochure now available in Spanish via AAKP website. |
| M18 |
Modified liver cells keep diabetes under control. |
| M18 |
US consumers increasingly using websites for health information. |
| M18 |
Medicare backs off of initiative to limit procedure at ambulatory surgicenters. |
| M18 |
da Vinci laparoscopic surgery robot useful in donor nephrectomy |
| M18 |
Paying kidney donors $90,000 would up kidney transplants and be budget neutral. |
| M18 |
Rounds by robo-doc at London hospital. |
| M17 |
Dialysis patient competing in ironman triathlon competitions. |
| M16 |
Renal Care Group to take over dialysis for 900 patients in Georgia and Florida. |
| M16 |
GP40 pancreatic beta cell receptors link high-fat diet to type 2 diabetes. |
| M16 |
Advances in CKD 2006, Int Conf on Dialysis. Jan 25-27, 2006, Las Vegas, NV. |
| M16 |
Nurse gladly donates kidney to stranger. |
| M16 |
Revlimid effects on myelodysplastic syndrome stuns doctors. |
| M15 |
Herceptin cuts risk of HER-2 positive bladder cancer recurrency by 50%. |
| M15 |
Procrit and Aranesp compared in treating cancer-associated anemia. |
| M14 |
Sorafenib, a VEGF receptor inhibitor, shows some effect against kidney cancer. |
| M14 |
Nabi tells grumbling shareholders that PhosLo and StaphVax will be winners. |
| M14 |
Tyrosine kinase inhibitor shows promise against kidney cancer. |
| M13 |
Naturally occurring nanovaults eyed as vehicles to deliver gene/tumor therapy. |
| M13 |
Dingell re-introduces patients' rights legislation. |
| M13 |
Malpractice update: New developments in 5 states (Kaiser) |
| M12 |
Rockwell Medical reports 30% increase in sales over Q1 last year. |
| M12 |
ESRD outpatient medications project: Request for public comment (via Network 8) |
| M12 |
Kennedy-Murphy Bill would promote and standardize Health Info Technology. |
| M12 |
Neurochem to plead its case before the FDA for Fibrillex approval. |
| M12 |
Actor George Lopez feels like a new man after kidney transplant. |
| M12 |
University Med Center accuses dialysis competitor of overbilling in Las Vegas. |
| M12 |
Work fatigue and working overtime associated with weight gain. |
| M12 |
Animal studies suggest thyroid hormone may help failing hearts. |
| M12 |
Active vaccine prevents prion disease from developing in mice. |
| M10 |
Am Soc Hypertension focuses on Hispanic hypertension. |
| M10 |
Minocycline markedly reduces damage from diabetic-type retinopathy in rats. |
| M10 |
Threefold increase in sudden cardiac death from certain non-cardiac drugs. |
| M09 |
Moderate alcohol consumption helps maintain GFR over time. |
| M09 |
Pioglitazone reduces carotid artery thickness in diabetics. |
| M09 |
Two studies document the rise of superbugs in the environment. |
| M09 |
Dialysis patient goes on home dialysis strike - insists on in-center treatment. |
| M09 |
Is a Medicare Physician COMPARE project in the works? |
| M09 |
Subspecialties, including nephrology flourish as IM resident choices. |
| M09 |
Aksys reports first quarter results. |
| M08 |
Pediatric telemedicine care becomes a reality in Rochester, NY. |
| M07 |
Immune gene with 20% prevalence linked to CAD, rheumatism, and MS. |
| M07 |
Milkshakes prepared by infected employee linked to toxigenic E. Coli illness. |
| M06 |
New V2 receptor gene mutations discovered by Gitelman et al at UCSF. |
| M06 |
Madison and Montreal researchers study genetics of HTN in French Canadians. |
| M06 |
Nephrogenex licenses kidney disease molecular profiling technology. |
| M06 |
Alonzo Mourning kidney donor featured in the news. |
| M06 |
Pegaptanib shows promising results in treating diabetic macular edema. |
| M06 |
Novel cation transport gene linked to inherited form of FSGS. |
| M05 |
Pollen, leaves from lilies cause acute renal and liver failure in cats. |
| M05 |
Overexpressing catalase in mice mitochondria extends lifespan by 20%. |
| M05 |
MMWR: Multidrug resistant Salmonella infections contracted from pet hamsters. |
| M04 |
Genzyme to buy Bone Care International for 600 M. |
| M04 |
Abbott presents Zemplar data on CKD patients. |
| M04 |
Fresenius to buy Renal Care Group for 3.5 billion dollars. |
| M04 |
Pharmacogenomics used to predict B6 response in primary hyperoxaluria. |
| M03 |
ASAIO to meet in Washington DC, June 9-11, 2005. |
| M03 |
Public access to NIH-funded research. |
| M03 |
Extensive calcification in uremic rats given non-hypercalcemic dose calcitriol. |
| M03 |
Journal of Vascular Access free full text articles |
| M03 |
Consumer Reports website suggest Best Buys for ACE inhibitors. |
| M03 |
PNAS: IL-10 prevents chronic vascular rejection in rats. |
| M03 |
Schelling paper that is the basis for the dipstick protein-SC calculator |
| M03 |
Schelling-Case Western dipstick proteinuria/specific gravity calculator. |
| M02 |
Can frogs who freeze themselves for the winter be the key to organ preservation? |
| M02 |
Is it raining nanobacteria and if so, is this an important health problem? |
| M02 |
FGF-21 finds itself as a new therapy for type 2 diabetes. |
| M02 |
Transcendental meditation may expand lifespan in 18 year randomized trial. |
| M02 |
Food fried in polyunsaturated vegetable oil may absorb unhealthy compound. |
| M01 |
Frost Valley YMCA dialysis camp for kids 8-15 years of age. |
| M01 |
Recent malpractice developments in five states. |
| M01 |
Sen. Frist explores idea of a ban on direct to consumer pharma advertising. |
| M01 |
Lupus in Native Americans from New Mexico often involves the kidneys. |
| A30 |
Low-salt diets may harm heart, study suggests. |
| A30 |
Advisory Board for bundled case-mix ESRD payment system to meet May 24, 2005. |
| A29 |
FDA approves exenatide (Byetta) for adjunctive treatment of type 2 diabetes. |
| A29 |
CMS stakeholder's meeting April 14th: Agenda and speaker slides. |
| A29 |
Gambro hiring, expanding manufacturing, in Lakewood, CO. |
| A29 |
ESRD patient dies after stopping dialysis to follow alternative health regimen. |
| A29 |
Shire first quarter profits fall on higher costs. |
| A29 |
Baxter sales growing internationally, but barely in the U.S. |
| A29 |
ACAT2 cholesterol transforming enzyme a key player in atherosclerosis. |
| A28 |
JASN: Continuously updated list of 50 most-cited articles. |
| A28 |
Gambro to make Polyflux dialyzers in Alabama. |
| A28 |
DaVita reports first quarter results. |
| A28 |
Prgrammable bacteria: Engineer turns bacterial colonies into living computers. |
| A28 |
Potassium channel gene linked to how much sleep different persons need. |
| A28 |
Three Maryland dialysis patients die in van-truck crash. |
| A28 |
Calcium and vitamin D3 alone fail to prevent fractures in the elderly. |
| A28 |
BBC will offer persons a chance to donate a kidney on TV |
| A27 |
Combo Vytorin (ezetimibe + simvastatin) lower CHO better than atorvastatin alone |
| A27 |
Indirect evidence that NSAIDS may prevent age-related macular degeneration. |
| A27 |
New ID guidelines recommend screening HIV-infected patients for kidney disease. |
| A27 |
Substituting nurses for doctors results in high quality care, but few savings. |
| A27 |
HCPRO offers dialysis quality and reimbursement newsletter for $299/yr. |
| A27 |
ISPD North American chapter meeting this weekend in Chicago. |
| A27 |
Louisiana, Mississippi, Tennessee top 3 states in terms of CKD risk. |
| A26 |
ISN Satellite Symposium: ARF Bench to Bedside. July 1-3, Malaysia |
| A26 |
Man who got new liver by ads on billboards dies 8 mos after transplant. |
| A26 |
Keyboards latest culprit in hospital infections. |
| A26 |
Comic George Lopez gets living donor kidney from wife. |
| A26 |
Charles Bishop returns to Bone Care International |
| A26 |
Pyruvate may prevent brain damage after hypoglycemia in diabetics. |
| A26 |
CMS: Billing guidelines for syringes used in ESRD treatments. |
| A25 |
Medpac transcript: Modernizing dialysis payment (.pdf, see p. 96-133) |
| A25 |
Inherited variations in mitochondrial DNA linked to renal and prostate cancer. |
| A25 |
AST to host regional conference in Philly June 25 on post-transplant care. |
| A25 |
Nabi Pharma opens European office in Ireland to market StaphVax. |
| A25 |
Alonzo Mourning to donate his salary to charities supporting literacy, dialysis. |
| A25 |
Significant hypoxemia documented in 54% of airline travelers. |
| A25 |
Ray Hakim to retire as Chief Medical Officer of Renal Care Group. |
| A25 |
Dialysis unit in Malta being promoted as a tourist service center. |
| A24 |
Genetically modified autotransplants slow cognitive decline in Alzheimer's. |
| A24 |
Long lasting gel prevents herpes, may also be useful as a treatment. |
| A24 |
Mississippi dialysis patients celebrates 30 years of living with ESRD. |
| A24 |
Florida may increased reimbursement for Medicaid dialysis treatments. |
| A24 |
Poughkeepsie dialysis unit employees settle contract dispute. |
| A24 |
Orlando dialysis unit workers overcome by fumes when cleaning up bleach spill. |
| A24 |
Monoclonal antibody cures West Nile virus in mice. |
| A22 |
ANNA establishes national Nephrology Nurses Week, Sep 11-17. |
| A22 |
UCLA researchers discover new molecule that generates bone. |
| A22 |
MedPAC recommends changes to outpatient drug, dialysis payments |
| A22 |
AAKP to meet in Sep in Las Vegas: brochure available. |
| A22 |
Am Soc Transplantation hosts educational briefing for members of Congress. |
| A22 |
High cyclosporine levels linked to hepatocellular Ca recurrence after liver Tx. |
| A21 |
Could an adenovirus be responsible for recent epidemic of obesity? |
| A21 |
Hydrogen sulfide gas induces hibernation in mice; slows metabolism, oxidation. |
| A21 |
Fashion maven with PKD to discuss his kidney transplant on Oprah tomorrow. |
| A21 |
Fosrenol competing with Renagel for phosphate binder market |
| A21 |
My.pyramid.gov - new U.S. government website with dietary guidelines |
| A21 |
Baxter profits rise, margins improve. |
| A21 |
Amgen's first quarter profits rise 26 percent. |
| A21 |
Studies in mice tie sleep disturbances to metabolic syndrome. |
| A21 |
Shire to acquire Transkaryotic - gets into anemia market with DYNEPO. |
| A21 |
Live donor kidney transplant operation to be aired live on Web today at 3 PM. |
| A21 |
Fresenius acquires Haemotec - Canadian dialysate concentrate manufacturer. |
| A20 |
Obesity death risk overstated; modestly obese have higher survival rate. |
| A20 |
Inhaled insulin to be available within a year in the EU. |
| A20 |
U.S food pyramid morphs into 12 separate pyramids. |
| A20 |
Automated sirolimus blood level assay receives FDA 510k clearance. |
| A20 |
Davita CFO Denise Fletcher steps down. |
| A20 |
Baxter gets cited by FDA over bloodlines, failure to report incidents. |
| A20 |
JAMA: Math simulation supports idea of a national paired donation program. |
| A20 |
Nesiritide associated with an increased death rate in CHF patients. |
| A19 |
Neurochem announces preliminary results on Fibrillex for AA amyloidosis. |
| A19 |
Medpac Public Meeting April 21: Improving outpatient dialysis payment policy. |
| A19 |
Body grows its own spare parts - in the abdominal cavity. |
| A19 |
Gene therapy completely corrects hemophilia A in lab animals. |
| A19 |
NIAID begins clinical trial of West Nile virus vaccine. |
| A18 |
Kaiser and Wellbound partner to offer home HD and PD. |
| A18 |
Tougher CME conflict of interest rules take effect. |
| A18 |
UNOS urged to modify organ allocation process to correct racial imbalance. |
| A18 |
Melbourne researchers develop safer and more effective "aspirin". |
| A17 |
Exercise has trivial effect, and only on DBP, in older adults. |
| A17 |
Soy isoflavones have no beneficial effect on calcium metabolism in women. |
| A17 |
Both high-fat and high-protein low carb diets equally effective. |
| A17 |
Dairy product intake does not effect weight control in women. |
| A16 |
Audioclouds may help walking users interact with portable computers. |
| A16 |
Canada: National standards urged for nurse practitioners. |
| A16 |
How do you kill TB bacteria? First, wake them up. |
| A16 |
Lupus Research Institute launches awareness campaign with actor James Garner. |
| A16 |
To boost efficiency, hospitals borrow principles from factory floor. |
| A15 |
Chemical linked to dialyzer reactions proves toxic in animal studies. |
| A15 |
Arson in Ireland dialysis unit leads to long patient travel, car accident. |
| A14 |
Heart ring fixes two problems at once. |
| A14 |
Rockwell Medical Technologies, Inc. Secures $6.5 Million in Business |
| A14 |
NEJM: Hyponatremia during marathons due to excessive water drinking. |
| A14 |
Medical journal editors condemn ghostwriting of scientific articles. |
| A14 |
ESRD Composite Payment Rate System Education News |
| A13 |
Outbreaks of Salmonella infections associated with Roma tomatoes. |
| A13 |
J Ren Nutr: Phosphorus content of popular beverages |
| A13 |
Drug-free transplant organ tolerance: steps toward goal at ISHLT conference. |
| A13 |
Johns Hopkins nurse gets 2.1 million grant to study why organ donors donate. |
| A13 |
NKF Spring Clinical Meetings 2005: Abstracts |
| A13 |
Bugs in the gut could help doctors develop individualised healthcare |
| A13 |
Heart valve ring reverses damage from congestive heart failure, easing symptoms |
| A12 |
ANNA releases new edition of Nephrology Nursing Standards of Practice |
| A12 |
Fresenius to get 510k approval for PD Liberty cycler. |
| A12 |
Sarah Prichard named Baxter VP of Global Affairs |
| A11 |
Pathogenic bacteria survive on hospital computer keyboards for up to 24 hours. |
| A11 |
U.S. Transplant Registry (OPTN/SRTR) 2004 Report available on-line. |
| A11 |
Physicians in 4 states score tort reform wins. |
| A11 |
Deleting computer files is not enough to ensure patient record privacy. |
| A11 |
CMS concerned about spike in expenditures for MD services. |
| A11 |
April 20th is HIPAA compliance deadline for medical record privacy. |
| A11 |
New gene found in 20% of people may be behind CV-inflammatory syndrome. |
| A09 |
National Renal Alliance secures 43 M funding; plans to double dialysis centers. |
| A09 |
CD36 may be a key component of innate immunity |
| A08 |
Phase 2 trial of Affymax to treat anemia begins. |
| A08 |
New kidney protein 'renalase' - regulates heart contraction and blood pressure |
| A08 |
Cyclosporine inhalation increase survival in lung transplant patients |
| A08 |
Liver may be source of 'good' cholesterol |
| A07 |
Pfizer suspends sales of COX-2 inhibitor Bextra at the request of the FDA. |
| A07 |
NIH director Zerhouni may seek to relax conflict of interest rules. |
| A07 |
Excimer laser angioplasty used to reduce renal artery stent restenosis. |
| A07 |
FDA issues new rulings on NSAIDs - remove some, black box warnings for others. |
| A07 |
Renal Care Group adds three dialysis programs. |
| A07 |
House speaker Dennis Hastert has kidney stones surgically removed. |
| A07 |
Indentured worker sells kidney to pay off debt - set himself free. |
| A07 |
Atomic magnetometer may lead to portable handheld MRI scanners. |
| A07 |
Lupus linked to Epstein-Barr virus IgA antibodies in Blacks. |
| A06 |
Germino and Somlo receive $50,000 Kaplan PKD prizes. |
| A06 |
Eschbach and Goldwasser win $50,000 ISN Amgen Prizes. |
| A06 |
JNCI study examines effect of EPO on survival in cancer patients. |
| A06 |
Kidney unit firebugs branded insane. |
| A06 |
California hospitals struggling over new nursing to patient ratio requirements. |
| A06 |
Table of contents for new K/DOQI cardiovascular guidelines |
| A06 |
NKF guidelines relating to cardiovascular disease published. |
| A06 |
FMC receives subpoena from US Dept. of Justice regarding physician relations. |
| A06 |
JAMA: ALLHAT results suggest diuretics best for both Whites and Blacks with HTN. |
| A06 |
New interleukin-related kinase in osteoclasts linked to osteoporosis. |
| A06 |
Kidney transplant can markedly improve patients with severe heart failure. |
| A06 |
Got a kidney stone? Next time use an umbrella. |
| A05 |
Bush malpractice reform legislation stalled in the Senate. |
| A05 |
New donor kidney transport device. |
| A05 |
Genzyme launches phase 3 study of tolevamer to treat C. difficile |
| A04 |
Trial registration policy adhered to by nephrology journal editors. |
| A04 |
How new bankruptcy laws affect physicians faced with malpractice suits. |
| A04 |
Medicare trustees: Gloomy forecast for physician pay rates. |
| A04 |
Physicians lobby Congress to prevent scheduled payment reductions. |
| A04 |
Another NIH official to retire because of conflict of interest policy. |
| A04 |
Stents prolong life of failing AV grafts more than simple angioplasty. |
| A04 |
Viagra benefits hypertensive pregnant mother and fetus in animal study |
| A04 |
Human white blood cells can be induced to make insulin. |
| A04 |
Cholesterol lowering drugs may lower IC calcium and inhibit proliferation. |
| A04 |
Source of Shiga-toxin in E.Coli O157 may have been a bacteriophage. |
| A04 |
RPA NCAP (Nephrology Coverage Advisory Panel) website now live. |
| A04 |
Buttonhole vascular access information |
| A03 |
Garlic ingredient allicin protects against pulmonary HTN in rats. |
| A03 |
Cranberry juice improves blood vessel relaxation. |
| A02 |
Soc Vasc Interven Radiol meeting: Abstract Search |
| A02 |
Home HD Medicare FAQs for medical professionals |
| A02 |
Home dialysis: legislative action center |
| A02 |
Search for a center that does home or nocturnal hemodialsysis. |
| A02 |
Daily home and nocturnal hemodialysis: Patient stories |
| A02 |
Implanted brain chip allows paralyzed patients to interact with surroundings. |
| A02 |
Subintimal angioplasty offers new hope for peripheral vascular disease pts. |
| A01 |
Best buy recommends best value beta-blockers. |
| A01 |
Medicare Part B premiums to rise; physician costs are being blamed. |
| A01 |
Hospital compare website |
| A01 |
CMS launches Hospital Compare website; rankings based on 17 quality measures. |
| A01 |
FDA getting interested in follow-up after market studies for medical devices. |
| A01 |
Implanted medical device aims to lower blood pressure. |
| A01 |
Lancet: Urine or blood NGAL levels help to diagnose acute renal failure. |
| A01 |
Community MRSA is re-emergence of 1950's pandemic |
| M31 |
FDA approves entecavir (Barcalude) for treatment of chronic hepatitis B. |
| M31 |
Thyroxine prolongs lifespan in mice: potential extension to humans debated. |
| M31 |
Dialysis Corp. of America reports record results for 2004. |
| M31 |
NEJM: Sirolimus curse Kaposi's sarcoma in renal tx recipients. |
| M31 |
NEJM: Higher dose aspirin better than warfarin in secondary stroke prevention. |
| M31 |
CMS Medlearn: ESRD provider training guide |
| M30 |
Is RNA inheritance possible? |
| M30 |
New HHS secretary Leavitt announces new goals, appointments. |
| M30 |
Proposed new federal rules will regulate, protect living organ donors. |
| M30 |
Record number of organ s transplanted from cadaver donors in 2004. |
| M30 |
Leptospirosis can spread from raccoons to dogs to people. |
| M30 |
NKF Singapore hosts swimathon to raise money for ESRD care. |
| M30 |
New patients with HUS who visited central Florida petting zoos. |
| M30 |
Judge to rule today in med center vs. dialysis unit breach of contract lawsuit. |
| M30 |
Newly identified components in grapes show marked anticancer activity. |
| M29 |
National Renal Alliance to open new dialysis units in Georgia. |
| M29 |
More Vitamin D may benefit housebound elderly. |
| M29 |
Prince Rainier of Monaco on dialysis. |
| M29 |
NY dialysis center workers plan 1-day strike. |
| M29 |
Uric acid not a good predictor of coronary disease in meta-analysis. |
| M29 |
Bones in raw food vegetarians are light; may be stronger than expected. |
| M29 |
Production of inflammatory mediators by fat cells linked to metabolic syndrome. |
| M29 |
New protein identified (KCP) that protects kidneys against injury/progression. |
| M29 |
Study in rats shows that acupuncture can markedly lower blood pressure. |
| M26 |
MMWR: P. fluorescens infections with heparin-saline IV catheter flush. |
| M26 |
Dr. Steve Bander to get 56M for exposing Gambro fraudulent billing scheme. |
| M25 |
FDA orders seizure of killer hospital beds - 7 patients die. |
| M25 |
ATC 2005 transplant Congress - May 21-25, Seattle, WA. |
| M25 |
JASN study in the news about vitamin D and patient survival. |
| M25 |
Nocturnal HD and the FHN study in the news: USA Today |
| M25 |
ESRD patients treated with Vitamin D show longer survival. |
| M24 |
FDA approves IDE for new catheter locking solution from Ash Medical. |
| M23 |
Tort reform associated with lower liability rates in 3 crisis states. |
| M23 |
HUS in 5 kids linked to visits to petting zoos in Florida. |
| M22 |
Baxter alert: Falsely high glucose readings when icodextrin PD fluid is used. |
| M22 |
Montrealer sues Royal Vic for refusing transplant from suspected paid donor. |
| M21 |
US Congress debates legislation on a national patient safety database. |
| M21 |
UNOS reviews its organ allocation system. |
| M21 |
Another study confirms greater efficacy of Atkins diet. |
| M21 |
Nesiritide associated with risk of reduced kidney function in CHF patients. |
| M21 |
Royal Vic refuses to transplant kidney from suspected paid living donor. |
| M19 |
Congress considers restructuring NIH by using reauthorization process. |
| M19 |
Ambulance company gets probation for criminal charges related to dialysis. |
| M19 |
US population trends drive growth in dialysis patients. |
| M18 |
Mercury emissions linked to autism in Texas study. |
| M18 |
Cigarette smoking linked to kidney cancer. |
| M18 |
Potential anti-prostate cancer effects of celecoxib. |
| M17 |
NKF audioconference: CMS proposed rule for transplant centers. |
| M17 |
CDC survey shows 30% of hospitals, and 17% of MD offices have EMR systems. |
| M17 |
FDA approves Symlin to help manage diabetes. |
| M17 |
CMS officially launches FISTULA FIRST initiative. |
| M17 |
Husband dumps donor wife. |
| M17 |
Failure to detect CMV in a live-donor transplant results in tragic outcome. |
| M17 |
Feds subpoena Baxter over dialysis filters. |
| M17 |
NxStage One home dialysis system being tested in Indiana U. |
| M16 |
ESRD Outpatient Medications Project: Request for Comments (Network 8) |
| M16 |
Hemametrics announces agreement with dialysis provider for Hct monitors. |
| M16 |
Biotech firm believes in nanobacteria, and thinks it has a cure. |
| M16 |
10,000 petitions in Florida protesting inadequate reimbursement for dialysis. |
| M15 |
CMS decides to pay for melphalan with autologous stem cell tx for amyloidosis. |
| M15 |
Molecular techniques used to identify M. avium in hospital hot tub. |
| M15 |
Anti-cancer compound in green tea identified - similar to methotrexate. |
| M15 |
Medpac advisory meeting transcript: Improving outpatient dialysis payment. |
| M15 |
Problem with access to dialysis in one part of Florida. |
| M15 |
Dialysis corp to acquire Medicore. |
| M15 |
Reasons why Atkins diet works linked to spontaneous reduction of caloric intake. |
| M14 |
Why some strains of H. pylori should be treated . |
| M14 |
Fresh patent: (Trerotola) Convertible multi-lumen dialysis catheter. |
| M14 |
San Diego CRRT meeting abstracts (.pdf) |
| M14 |
CMS to pay for 4th treatment for NIDDK sponsored frequent dialysis study pts. |
| M14 |
Videoconferecing costs drop; teleconsultation applications multiply. |
| M14 |
Postcall resident crashes while driving home - is the hospital liable? |
| M14 |
Doctors urged to mind bedside manners; grant focuses on patient empathy. |
| M14 |
La Jolla lupus drug on track, but off the fast track in terms of FDA approval. |
| M14 |
Finland gene mapping project identifies 300 new hypertension genes. |
| M14 |
Nephros files with FDA for approval of high-efficiency hemodiafilter. |
| M14 |
Using quorum sensing peptide blockers to inhibit bacterial biofilm formation. |
| M11 |
JAMA: Unintended consequences of publicly reporting quality information. |
| M11 |
JAMA: Computerized physician order system facilitates medical errors. |
| M11 |
Uninsured patients who are overcharged are suing. |
| M11 |
Medical malpractice developments in seven states. |
| M11 |
Senate Committee approves bill to establish medical error reporting database. |
| M11 |
A few senior NIH researchers leave over new COI guidelines. |
| M11 |
MMWR: Hepatitis B spread by fingerstick glucose testing in some nursing homes. |
| M11 |
FDA issues cancer warning over tacrolimus/pimecrolimus eczema creams. |
| M11 |
Senate bill aims to ease fears about genetic testing. |
| M11 |
Impedance cardiac output utility to guide HTN treatment featured. |
| M11 |
CCB/ACEI better than BB/diuretic for HTN in terms of hard outcomes. |
| M11 |
Nurse gives more than care: Donates a kidney to her patient. |
| M10 |
JoAnne Gilmore becomes President-Elect of ANNA. |
| M10 |
Type 3 diabetes linked to low brain insulin, Alzheimer disease. |
| M10 |
Shortage of nursing school faculty aggravating U.S. nurse shortage. |
| M10 |
CMS provides calculator to compute reimbursement based on case-mix. |
| M10 |
Was volunteer kidney donor paid off for his kidney? |
| M10 |
Clopidogrel after acute MI shown to increase survival. |
| M10 |
Genetic cause of age-related macular degeneration identified. |
| M10 |
Viral, hemorrhagic fever plague selected out an HIV-resistant group of Europeans |
| M10 |
U Penn researchers discover a new way to stop TB bacteria. |
| M10 |
Tumor-targeted immune cells cure prostate cancer in mice. |
| M09 |
Erythropoiesis-stimulating agent phase 1 trial reports positive results. |
| M08 |
NY judge denies claim over "misdirected" kidney. |
| M07 |
EPA tightens regulations about lead and copper in drinking water. |
| M07 |
Urine mediators help diagnose pre-eclampsia. |
| M07 |
DaVita gets another DOJ subpoena |
| M07 |
Renal Solutions raises 16.5 M from venture capitalists. |
| M07 |
ACC Monday Highlights: On-line |
| M07 |
Laughter may cause endothelium-mediated vasodilatation. |
| M07 |
TIA symptoms may portend impending stroke. |
| M07 |
Low-dose aspirin shows only mild benefit in preventing strokes in women. |
| M07 |
Hyponatremia a marker of poor outcome in heart failure |
| M07 |
NxStage home dialysis system in the news. |
| M06 |
Scientists replicated hepatitis C in the laboratory |
| M06 |
Fraudulent medical discount cards widespread in the U.S. |
| M06 |
Problems with living donor kidneys purchased by some Australians. |
| M06 |
Dialysis unit opened in Bagdad hospital. |
| M05 |
Medpac advisory meeting 3-11: Improving outpatient dialysis payment policy. |
| M05 |
Pfizer working on new drug that raises HDL cholesterol. |
| M04 |
Curis issued patent for use of BMP-7 to treat CKD. |
| M04 |
Some NIH scientists chafe at new ethics guidelines. |
| M04 |
FDA assesses toxicity of acrylamide |
| M04 |
JHU: More on proposed national paired kidney exchange program |
| M04 |
Chicago conference discusses logistics of paired living donor exchange. |
| M03 |
New nephronophthisis gene identified that also links to retinitis pigmentosa. |
| M03 |
Large rise in Irish dialysis patients |
| M03 |
Nanotechnology ventures conference, May 8-12, 2005 in Anaheim, CA. |
| M02 |
Lupus Research Institute funds innovative research - get grant application. |
| M02 |
ESRD composite rate system fact sheet |
| M02 |
FDA posts warning: Reduce starting dose of Crestor in Asians. |
| M02 |
Bill would require disclosure of clinical trial results in electronic database. |
| M02 |
Gambro to switch to low GDP biocompatible dialysate for PD. |
| M02 |
121 patients now being treated on Aksys home HD system |
| M02 |
Fresenius North America chooses Siemens for its Info Technology system. |
| M01 |
Water warning for dialysis patients in Rio Hondo. |
| M01 |
Alonzo Mourning signs contract to play basketball with the Miami Heat. |
| M01 |
US life expectancy highest ever: 75 years for men and 80 for women. |
| M01 |
Renal Care Group Q4 profits up 15%. |
| M01 |
American Kidney Fund and Genzyme announce new patient assistance program. |
| M01 |
JASN: VItamin D injections improve survival in dialysis patients. |
| F25 |
Patient denied transplant because of website has other options. |
| F25 |
Depressed spouse may act in harmful ways when forced into a caregiver situation. |
| F25 |
Poor prenatal nutrition damages pancreatic beta cells |
| F24 |
Fresenius Medical Q4 net rises 14% on patient-derived revenues. |
| F24 |
Aksys funds home dialysis support grant through AAKP. |
| F24 |
MRSA-associated hospital death rate becomes political issue in the UK. |
| F24 |
Human kidney cloned from stem cells implanted into rats. |
| F24 |
Consumer group sues FDA demanding that salt in foods be regulated. |
| F23 |
Scientists replicate hepatitis C virus in the laboratory. |
| F23 |
Transfer of VRE by health care workers' hands. |
| F23 |
Tampa institute nixes transplant for recipient who used web site to seek donors. |
| F22 |
Bush plan slows Medicaid, research funding. |
| F22 |
Tort reform for nonphysicians sparks debate. |
| F22 |
New CMS payment system from ESRD: Impact and effect of political action. |
| F22 |
Lymphoma, myeloma risks increased in patients with hepatitis C. |
| F22 |
Belatacept shows promise as anti-rejection drug in non-human primates. |
| F22 |
Probably trigger of diabetic kidney disease uncovered (CD36) |
| F21 |
New publisher for Kidney International |
| F21 |
Actress Sandra Dee dies at age 62 from complications of ESRD. |
| F21 |
Big three automakers launch e-prescribing initiative. |
| F21 |
Beta-blockers may prevent osteoporosis via leptin-mediated mechanism |
| F18 |
FTC (Federal Trade Commission) sends query about Gambro-DaVita merger. |
| F17 |
Community nurses in Ireland being outfitted with Blackberry handheld computers. |
| F17 |
Vitamin D may ward off prostate cancer. |
| F17 |
Rabies transmitted via kidney transplant. |
| F17 |
Columbia scientists identify potential therapy for kidney failure. |
| F17 |
New mystery test for prostate cancer said to be much more reliable. |
| F16 |
City of Evanston donates dialysis machines to sister city in Belize. |
| F16 |
New test for bladder cancer developed. |
| F16 |
More on nanobacteria as a cause of kidney stones: zero gravity experiments. |
| F15 |
Teva announces US launch of recombinant growth hormone for short-stature kids. |
| F15 |
AAKP's Kris Robinson, and Owen and Wish to serve on CMS Advisory Board |
| F15 |
More on orally administered vaccines, including HBV. |
| F15 |
Older docs adhere less rigorously to some standards of care (Annals paper) |
| F15 |
Hepatitis B vaccine administered orally via potatoes. |
| F15 |
US FDA to create an independent drug safety monitoring board. |
| F15 |
Medicare tests pay for performance: 10 large practices chosen for demo project. |
| F15 |
Rockwell announces supply contracts with various dialysis providers. |
| F15 |
COX-2 inhibitors associated with blood pressure elevation. |
| F15 |
Protective effects of uric acid in spinal cord injury. |
| F15 |
E. Coli UTIs in women linked to ingestion of contaminated meat. |
| F14 |
Hypertension awareness among Hispanics found to be critically low. |
| F14 |
Fresenius deploys Applix data management software at multiple business units. |
| F14 |
Virtual training used to school physicians in practice management. |
| F11 |
Meta chip provides quick, effective toxicity screen for new drugs |
| F11 |
Progress toward new remedy for chronic urinary tract infections. |
| F11 |
Bad news can really break hearts |
| F10 |
Serious MRSA infections linked to two strains. |
| F10 |
U.S. has unprecedented increase in organ donations in 2004. |
| F09 |
Dialysis patients may be happier than previously thought. |
| F09 |
NEJM: Anti-angiogenesis drug useful to treat myelodysplastic syndrome. |
| F09 |
Hypertension in African Americans linked to two genomic regions |
| F06 |
FDA renews contamination report regarding IV flush heparin syringes. |
| F06 |
New DNA vaccine completely blocks TB reactivation in mice. |
| F06 |
Vasc-Alert attracts venture capital in Indiana. |
| F06 |
NIH publication policy in PubMed database released. |
| F06 |
Stopping aspirin therapy associated with markedly increased stroke risk. |
| F06 |
Living-related pancreatic islet cell transplant a success. |
| F06 |
Without PGA gook, S. epidermidis can't survive on implants. |
| F03 |
NIH asks for internet access to funded studies 1 year after publication. |
| F03 |
Not for profit publishers call NIH access rule a missed opportunity. |
| F03 |
Air pollution exposure linked to atherosclerosis. |
| F03 |
Another lanthanum-based phosphate binder in development. |
| F03 |
Illinois may streamline nursing licensing in face of shortage. |
| F03 |
Fidgeting important to help avoid obesity. |
| F03 |
NIH bans all consulting |
| F03 |
New recs to improve care in CKD, ARF, and palliation put forth in the U.K. |
| F03 |
Microdosing used to study pharmacokinetics of new renin inhibitors. |
| F03 |
Delphi Medical signs distribution agreement with Fresenius Kabi. |
| F03 |
Australian group calls for government to pay kidney donors. |
| F02 |
Dr. William Bennett to be Editor of new ASN clinical journal |
| F02 |
Blood pressure soars on Mondays. |
| F02 |
AAKP to honor Dr. John Sadler and Dr. Mark McClellan |
| F02 |
1 million dollar prize offered for system to remove arsenic from well water. |
| F02 |
Lupus Research Institute increases funding for innovative research. |
| F02 |
Ontario government refuses to pay for Fabrazyme treatment. |
| F01 |
CMS announces centers participating in pay for perfomrance demo project. |
| F01 |
Brazil reshapes debate on intellectual property. |
| F01 |
Statin use associated with 30% lower mortality in dialysis patients. |
| F01 |
FDA issues nationwde alert on heparin/saline preloaded syringes from IV Flush. |
| F01 |
Open-source software to store gigabyte-sized CT scans on I-PODs |
| F01 |
Avoiding malpractice lawsuits: Prompt apology and cash up-front. |
| F01 |
Non-physicians gaining legal right to write drug prescriptions. |
| F01 |
Obesity increases kidney stone risk. |
| F01 |
More heart attacks occur on Mondays in non-dialysis patients. |
| F01 |
Spire gets grant from NSF to study blood-compatible dialysis catheters. |
| F01 |
Privacy rule cuts research recruitment by half. |
| J30 |
First kidney cancer vaccine trial underway at Columbia |
| J30 |
CMS posts draft Conditions for Coverage for ESRD facilities |
| J25 |
Deep frying fish may cancel or reverse their health benefit in terms of stroke. |
| J25 |
In retrospect, Vioxx may have caused many heart disease deaths. |
| J25 |
Two Texas transplant doctors die in plane crash |
| J25 |
Driver of a van transporting dialysis patients robs banks on the side. |
| J24 |
Amgen involved with new stem cell company, ViaCell, with IPO today. |
| J24 |
Physicians being targeted in identify theft scheme. |
| J24 |
New Medicare bonus payments kick in for rural doctors. |
| J24 |
Steroids increase risk of death from traumatic head injury. |
| J22 |
Prions can move to tissues other than muscle when inflammation is present. |
| J22 |
O157-H7-E. Coli-contaminated US beef causes illness in Okinawa. |
| J22 |
Brain damage due to Alzheimer disease reversed in mice. |
| J22 |
Anti-bacterial additive widespread in U.S. waterways. |
| J21 |
Election Results for 2005-2006 ANNA National and Regional Offices |
| J21 |
Sen. Bill Frist outlines new vision for Healthcare in 21st century (NEJM). |
| J21 |
Peanuts contain high concentrations of beneficial polyphenols. |
| J21 |
ESRD Stakeholders meeting set for April 14, 2005 in Baltimore. |
| J20 |
Merck threatens to cut off supply to Canadian pharmacies that sell to U.S. |
| J20 |
Spleen may be source of versatile stem cells. |
| J20 |
NEJM: Aspirin/esomeprazole better than clopidogrel for CV risk prevention. |
| J20 |
ISN announces new clinical practice journal |
| J20 |
New SARS-like coronavirus linked to Takayasu's disease. |
| J19 |
Spire gets contract to sell dialysis catheters to hospitals. |
| J19 |
Amgen's next blockbuster drug - for osteoporosis. |
| J18 |
HDI: Hemodialysis abstractst from Annual Dialysis Conference, 2004. |
| J18 |
New research shows that all COX-2 inhibitors may have CV health risks. |
| J18 |
U.S. launches diabetes campaign aimed at seniors. |
| J18 |
Large doses of folate may stave off high blood pressure. |
| J18 |
Dialysis Corp America opens new units in South Carolina. |
| J18 |
Grapefruit juice and medication can be a deadly mix. |
| J18 |
California researchers discover new fat gene. |
| J17 |
Data entry is top cause of medication errors. |
| J17 |
FDA requires handout be given to patients receiving amiodarone. |
| J17 |
National Patient Safety group puts up web-CME educational module for physicians. |
| J17 |
Drfug reimportation faces new hurdles. |
| J17 |
Race-based cofactors in genetic analyses: utility or futility? |
| J16 |
Could silver dressings contain the spread of MRSA? |
| J16 |
Pediatricians now recommend that BP screening start at age 3. |
| J15 |
FDA public meeting on COX-2 safety set for Feb 16-18 |
| J15 |
FDA panel rejects OTC sale of statin drug made by Merck |
| J15 |
MMWR: Latest prevalence data for HTN by race in the United States. |
| J15 |
MedPac recommends 2.5% increase in payments to dialysis providers. |
| J15 |
AAKP educational conference series for patients with CKD |
| J15 |
RPA files lawsuit against HHS-CMS on Stark II Interim Final Rule |
| J14 |
Amgen adds warning about risks of higher hemoglobin doses. |
| J14 |
Holiday travails of kidney-pancreas transplant patient in the news (USA today) |
| J14 |
Computer crash blamed for adverse effect on dialysis patient care. |
| J14 |
Open access announcement regarding NIH research withdrawn for unknown reasons. |
| J14 |
Amgen expands support for patient assistance programs |
| J14 |
American Diabetes Association launches DOC News |
| J14 |
One third of world population expected to have HTN by 2025. |
| J13 |
Iron deficiency has marked effects on cellular metabolism. |
| J13 |
Study shows how angiotensin II can lead to muscle wasting and CHF. |
| J13 |
Sleep-deprived residents at risk for motor vehicle crashes. |
| J13 |
AAKP launches public policy section on its website |
| J13 |
Soul singer Isaac Hayes unveils new cookbook featuring low-phosphorus foods. |
| J13 |
Concerns arise about excess intake of vitamin A. |
| J13 |
AAKP Washington policy report, Jan 2005. |
| J13 |
Advanced Magnetics initiates large-scale trial of ferumoxytol IV iron. |
| J12 |
CAPD-using skier with CKD gives inspiration to others. |
| J12 |
Reduced calorie and carb diet slows Alzheimer disease in mice. |
| J11 |
Insufficient sleep linked to obesity. |
| J11 |
US Supreme Court rejects HMO appeal against racketeering charge. |
| J11 |
Death in patient taking Crestor who had rhabdomyolysis. |
| J11 |
Does ingestion of cow's milk lead to diabetes? New study intends to find out. |
| J11 |
Genzyme reports strong Q4 revenue growth. |
| J11 |
NIH implements royalty disclosure policy among its staff. |
| J10 |
New generation of video games/muscle trainers may fight obesity. |
| J10 |
Olive oil, via oleic acid, downregulates genes involved in breast cancer. |
| J10 |
Medical Economics: Special issue devoted to malpractice crisis. |
| J10 |
Tort reform loophole in Wisconsins excludes first year resident physicians. |
| J10 |
NABI: Staph. aureus immune globulin treated patients leave hospital sooner. |
| J09 |
'Lost' portrait of Mozart suggests he may have had kidney failure prior to death |
| J09 |
Lyrica (pregabalin) seems to work for diabetic pain, improves sleep. |
| J07 |
ANNA 2005 Las Vegas Annual Symposium to highlight patient self-management |
| J07 |
ASN 2004: Audiotapes available of most talks. |
| J07 |
Text message cellphone alerts could provide geographical disaster warning system |
| J07 |
UV light exposure in tanning salons linked to higher bone mass. |
| J07 |
New types of microbes found in the saltiest of waters. |
| J07 |
MMWR: Multiorgan failure after rat exposure in previously healthy adults. |
| J07 |
MMWR: ARF due to malaria after travel to resort areas of Dominican Republic. |
| J07 |
Periodontal disease predicts mortality in diabetic Pima Indians |
| J06 |
Pharmacy prescription errors increase at the start of each month. |
| J06 |
Canada considers shutting down internet drug trade. |
| J06 |
Baxter participating in relief efforts to aid tsunami victims. |
| J06 |
NEJM: LDL cholesterol and CRP each strong, independent, predictors of CV risk. |
| J06 |
Publication bias in the news - leads to incorrect regulatory decisions. |
| J05 |
Florida dialysis center reopens months after hurricane Frances shut it down. |
| J05 |
RCG group acquires dialysis program in Missouri |
| J05 |
Bush to open major campaign to cap NEDs in malpractice lawsuits. |
| J05 |
JAMA review: Cytoprotective effects of EPO. |
| J05 |
Fresenius raises more than 1.1 million for tsunami disaster victims. |
| J05 |
BMC open access journal listing: CVD, Med, Nephrol, Urol |
| J05 |
BMC Nephrology: Brain death after aggressive dialysis of ARF with high BUN. |
| J05 |
BMC: Middle-aged Germans, not Blacks, have highest incidence of HTN (.pdf) |
| J05 |
Annals: High-dose vitamin E supplements may increase mortality. |
| J05 |
JAMA: RCT of various weight loss diets shows that no one diet is clearly better. |
| J05 |
JAMA: Low urinary placental growth factor in women with pre-eclampsia. |
| J04 |
CDC: Updated interim influenza vaccination recommendations, 2004-2005. |
| J04 |
New study debunks constipation myths. |
| J04 |
Amgen donates $1M for tsunami relief programs. |
| J04 |
Prisoner prohibited from donating kidney. |
| J04 |
Benefits of diuretics in the elderly outweigh the risks. |
| J04 |
Long-term NSAID use linked to small intestinal damage, bleeding. |
| J04 |
Evidence that UTI with drug-resistant E. coli may have come via food. |
| J04 |
Plastics component found to stimulate prostate cancer cells. |
| J03 |
Bismarck, ND dialysis center receives 300K donation. |
| D31 |
Fast food intake linked to obesity, insulin resistance. |
| D30 |
Scripps gets grant to study genomics of transplant rejection. |
| D30 |
In non-uremic children, low iron stores linked to restless legs. |
| D30 |
Changes in U.S. physician ESRD payments summarized on ANNA website. |
| D30 |
Importance of specifying payment schedules in insurer contracts underlined. |
| D30 |
AMA t o work with CMS for clarification on E&M coding. |
| D30 |
Heart failure patients treated with insulin have increased mortality |
| D29 |
Financial impact of epogen and other biotech patents. |
| D28 |
India spice curcurmin more effective against Alzheimer's than any meds. |
| D28 |
JAMA: Editorial on arthritis medicines and CV risk |
| D28 |
AHA: Top 10 advances against CV disease for 2004. |
| D28 |
High calcium intake from supplements can increase calcium oxalate stone risk. |
| D28 |
Nocturnal dialysis for Toronto seniors in the news. |
| D28 |
Chocolate: A boon for libido and for the heart. |
| D28 |
ISBP abstracts from 2004 London meeting (pdf). |
| D28 |
Voriconazole gets FDA approval for treatment of Candidemia. |
| D28 |
Iowa man survives 30 years on dialysis. |
| D28 |
NIH, JDRF, CDC announce new genetic data bank for diabetic kidney disease. |
| D23 |
FDA clears genetic test for cytochrome P450 variants involved in drug metabolism |
| D23 |
Davita acquires more U.S. dialysis units |
| D23 |
Teva pharma reacquires marketing rights to IV calcitriol in the U.S. |
| D23 |
CMS decides to cover HDM/AuSCT for elderly patients with amyloidosis. |
| D23 |
NKF: Direct link to Video - 50 years of transplantation |
| D23 |
NKF: Multimedia presentation on Celebrating 50 Years of Transplantation. |
| D22 |
JASN: Sodium gradient HD works when Na neutral with UF profiled as well. |
| D22 |
Aspirin underused by people with diabetes. |
| D22 |
Exercise before a fatty meal may curb bad effects on vasculature, triglycerides. |
| D22 |
Pharma industry awaiting Michael Moore's new documentary film with trepidation. |
| D22 |
FDA statement regarding CV risks related to naproxen. |
| D22 |
CMS: Emergency change to carrier instructions re ESRD 50/50 rule. |
| D22 |
CMS: Coverage of routine costs of clinical trials using IDE Category A devices |
| D22 |
New AHA guidelines emphasize home monitoring of BP. |
| D22 |
Mayo clinic researchers find that PDAs do not interfere with pacemakers. |
| D22 |
LDL vaccination reduces amount of coronary artery plaque. |
| D21 |
Nabi Pharma requests European regulatory approval for its StaphVAX product. |
| D21 |
Kaiser Foundation launches Medicare HMO health plan tracker. |
| D21 |
Naproxen linked to increased risk of heart attack, stroke. |
| D21 |
Fresenius Medical Care expanding services in Romania. |
| D21 |
Undercooked turkeys harbor drug-resistant Salmonella and Campylobacter. |
| D21 |
Do aromatherapy oils kill MRSA and other superbugs? |
| D21 |
Plumbing code questioned for kidney dialysis machines. |
| D21 |
Chemicals found in cherries could help lower blood sugar in diabetics. |
| D20 |
Medicare Payment Advisory Commission: Payment for Dialysis (pdf) see p.228 |
| D19 |
Consumer Reports: How to save money on buying statins. |
| D19 |
Consumer reports BEST BUY website now operational |
| D19 |
Grassley to introduce bill in U.S. Congress to mandate clinical trials database. |
| D19 |
NKF: Celebrating the first 50 years of transplantation. |
| D19 |
Story of the first kidney transplant in the U.S. between identical twins. |
| D17 |
Polymeals containing super-healthy nutrients, might extend life. |
| D17 |
Self-screening fingerstick test for anemia being marketed to CKD patients. |
| D17 |
Olestra plus low calorie diet increase removal of test toxins from body. |
| D17 |
Sudden removal of fat can impair immune function |
| D16 |
History: Emergence of concepts of endocrine function and endocrinology. |
| D16 |
JASN: Payment for quality in ESRD |
| D16 |
ANNA: Peritoneal Dialysis "travel toolbox" (.pdf) |
| D16 |
ANNA: Learning module, PPT files, CE on Hemodialysis |
| D16 |
Register On-line for ANNA Nat'l Symposium, April, 2005, Las Vegas. |
| D16 |
RPA: Analysis of Medicare 2005 Medicare Fee Schedule Final Rule |
| D16 |
ASN: December Renal Express |
| D16 |
Caloric restriction protects the brain against degenerative disease. |
| D16 |
NEJM: Infection (bronchitis, cystitis) increases heart attack risk fivefold. |
| D16 |
Texas researchers identify elusive kidney acid sensor |
| D15 |
Fujisawa and Fresenius to link up to provide PD in Japan. |
| D14 |
Google to scan and make available on-line books from leading academic libraries |
| D14 |
Hemodialysis adequacy tools from ESRD Network 9/10 |
| D14 |
UNOS takes position opposing solicitation for directed organ donation. |
| D14 |
Thiamine supplementation lowers CV risk in diabetics. |
| D14 |
Anti-HTN drug combo that included a CCB showed higher death risk in women. |
| D14 |
EPA Chief Leavitt picked for Secretary of Health & Human Services. |
| D14 |
Denver physicians not keen to screen internet-recruited organ donors. |
| D14 |
MIT scientists get working heart tissue from cultured myocytes. |
| D14 |
IV bisphosphonates linked to osteonecrosis of jaw. |
| D13 |
Can a vaccine stop and cure type 1 diabetes? Trial to start soon. |
| D13 |
European salt producers fight back against low-salt trend with website. |
| D10 |
Thymoglobulin or campath-based anti-rejections regimens for intestinal tx. |
| D10 |
NKF Singapore to co-develop non-profit management program in India |
| D10 |
New aluminum-related warning labels for antiperspirants re dialysis patients |
| D10 |
FMC not worried about Davita acquisition of Gambro dialysis units. |
| D09 |
New class of anti-TB drugs shows promise. |
| D09 |
Slowly growing nests of bacteria may be key to infection relapse. |
| D08 |
Hot laptops may reduce male fertility |
| D08 |
IVIG greatly increases transplant success in sensitized patients. |
| D08 |
Amlodipine/perindopril vs. HDCN/atenolol (ASCOT) trial halted early |
| D08 |
Amgen announces 5 billion dollar stock repurchase plan |
| D08 |
RPA lawsuit against CMS over Medical Director Fees safe harbor provision. |
| D08 |
Affymax presents animal data on effectiveness of ESAs for erythropoiesis |
| D08 |
Davita pays 3 billion for Gambro's U.S. dialysis clinics |
| D07 |
Physician CME focusing on patient safety |
| D07 |
Gambro may agree to sell dialysis operation to Davita; share trading suspended. |
| D07 |
Penn study shows differences in mortality between Vioxx and Celebrex |
| D07 |
Human parathyroid gland probably evolved from gills of fish. |
| D07 |
Lack of sleep may make you fat via ghrelin and leptin. |
| D07 |
Mayo Clinic researchers announce promising new treatments for multiple myeloma. |
| D05 |
Vascular effects of selective COX-2 inhibitors (.pdf) |
| D05 |
MMWR: Recommended adult immunization schedule 2004-2005. |
| D05 |
Company in Portland developing new generation of dialysis machines. |
| D05 |
Risk of obesity-related deaths in the U.S may have been overstated. |
| D05 |
Magnesium deficiency may play a role in memory loss. |
| D04 |
Gene identified that makes biofilm bacteria hibernate and evade antibiotics. |
| D02 |
Consumer Reports to launch BEST BUY prescription drug price comparison website. |
| D02 |
Eating red meat associated with increased risk of rheumatoid arthritis. |
| D02 |
Gambro reaches full settlement with U.S. Department of Justice |
| D02 |
Milk protein may reduce high blood pressure. |
| D02 |
High body fat may impair natriuresis in African Americans. |
| D02 |
B7-H1 identified as aggressive tumor marker in renal cell cancers. |
| D02 |
Fresenius buys dialysis units in Memphis |
| D02 |
Higher incidence of rejection in liver tx. following early steroid withdrawal |
| D02 |
Exercise training does not work for everyone. |
| D01 |
ISHD to host pre-conference to the ADC in Tampa, February 27, 2005. |
| D01 |
Gene transfer shows AT type 2 receptors protect against LVH. |
| D01 |
Safety checklists, policies can reduce IV catheter infection |
| D01 |
Dental X-rays are a sensitive way to identify osteoporosis. |
| D01 |
Drinking tap water could be beneficial to patients with low blood pressure. |
| D01 |
Todd Ing to be honored by American Kidney Fund at Torchbearer Award |
| N29 |
Panama's heart-healthy Kuna Indians suggest that chocolate may be a health food |
| N29 |
Voluntary self-regulation of CMEs and MECCs debated |
| N29 |
Blood product study sparks informed consent debate |
| N29 |
Testosterone deficiency found in 1/3 of diabetic men |
| N28 |
Classified ads posted for a kidney in Southeast US get big response. |
| N26 |
WHO warns of bird flu and possible upcoming flu pandemic. |
| N26 |
More muscle means better regulation of blood pressure |
| N26 |
HHS-OIG advisory opinion (11/24/04) nixes lab support to units for sample prep. |
| N26 |
Fashion maven with PKD neets transplant; raises awareness of organ donor issues. |
| N26 |
Two Canadians give up kidneys to save strangers. |
| N26 |
Epidemiologic study links high water intake to proteinuria. |
| N26 |
New findings link IL-10 to atherosclerosis, identify intermediary molecule. |
| N24 |
NEJM: Intradermal lower dose influenza vaccination effective in pts < 60 yrs. |
| N24 |
Carbonic anhydrase inhibition linked to retinitis pigmentosa |
| N22 |
Theobromine may be more effective than codeine to treat cough |
| N21 |
Google opens new "Scholar" search engine beta |
| N20 |
Another lupus drug in the pipeline - favorable animal studies |
| N20 |
Medical College of Ohio's paired kidney exchange in the news |
| N20 |
Dialysis Corporation of America reports Q3 results |
| N20 |
Sit-down rounds improve outcomes for dialysis patients |
| N18 |
Don't like wine? Try Concord grape juice to lower inflammatory markers. |
| N18 |
NEJM: Ultrasound plus tPA helps dissolve stroke-causing clots |
| N18 |
Cox-2 inhibitors may work against estrogen and promote hardening of arteries |
| N18 |
Want to prevent catheter biofilm? Get a diamond coating. |
| N15 |
Cochrane Renal Group October Newsletter (.pdf) |
| N15 |
Cochrane Renal Health Library (evidence-based reviews) |
| N14 |
Community-associated MRSA becoming more prevalent |
| N14 |
Net transfer of donated organs from Whites to African Americans |
| N14 |
Was Atkins right all along? Higher fat diets lower CV risk in elderly women. |
| N13 |
Exercise may protect the heart by stimulating VEGF |
| N13 |
Mourning's minutes concern his doctor |
| N13 |
Allan Collins voted President-Elect of the NKF |
| N12 |
Rockwell Med Technologies reports Q3 sales |
| N11 |
N EJM: No CV benefit of ACE-I in patients with stable CAD |
| N11 |
NEJM: Isosorbide dinitrate and hydralazine in heart failure works in Blacks |
| N11 |
Curagen working on monoclonal antibody treatment for IGAN |
| N11 |
Acetaminophen-pretreated dogs show astounding reductions in heart infarct size |
| N10 |
Sanofi diet drug gets raves, caution from doctors |
| N10 |
High doses of vitamin E may hasten death |
| N10 |
RNA interference technology stabilized using cholesterol |
| N10 |
Pfizer COX-2 inhibitor also doubles risk of heart complications |
| N10 |
FDA recalling herbal supplements sold in NY because of kidney toxicity |
| N09 |
Gambro gets DOJ subpoena as well regarding vitamin D usage |
| N09 |
Hydralazine plus isosorbide dinitrate markedly benefit Blacks with heart failure |
| N09 |
Walnut and flaxseed oil lowers inflammatory markers |
| N09 |
Progress with tissue-engineered blood vessels for coronary bypass |
| N09 |
ACE inhibitors of little benefit for patients with stable heart failure |
| N09 |
DHEA may reduce abdominal fat in the elderly and improve insulin sensitivity |
| N09 |
No increase in death rate in heart failure patients with Swan-Ganz catheters |
| N09 |
Histamine receptors linked to thermal increase in skin blood flow |
| N07 |
UNOS to address issue of public solicitation of live organ donors |
| N07 |
Lawsuits against health plans crumble in wake of Supreme Court ruling |
| N07 |
U.S. FDA to focus more on safety of marketed drugs |
| N07 |
Elastic wrap for the heart give 75% improvement in severe heart failure |
| N07 |
North Carolina E. Coli outbreak grows, linked to State Fair, petting zoo |
| N07 |
Church-based program focuses on increasing organ donation from African Americans |
| N07 |
Fresenius expands to 19 clinics in Puerto Rico |
| N07 |
AHA: Heart disease slidesets |
| N07 |
AHA: Guidelines for heart disease prevention in women |
| N07 |
Genetic testing can identify ischemic vs. nonischemic heart failure |
| N07 |
Air pollution may cause and speed up heart disease |
| N05 |
Mutant mushrooms trigger brain disease in Japanese dialysis patients |
| N05 |
Outcome benefits of atenolol questioned |
| N05 |
Scientists identify new biomarkers for lupus |
| N05 |
Occult hepatitis B in dialysis patients |
| N03 |
Fresenius Medical raises forecast on more patients |
| N03 |
Medicare Program published revisions to MD payment policies for 2005 |
| N03 |
Research confirms that mad cow disease prions can be removed from blood |
| N03 |
Transmission of mad cow disease by transfusion leads to fears of a second wave |
| N01 |
Quest Diagnostics gets DOJ subpoena related to Nichols Lab PTH tests |
| N01 |
Rosiglitazone enhances fat cell energy metabolism |
| N01 |
Gut microbes linked to propensity to obesity |
| N01 |
ASN: Stable Hb levels with q4week dosing using CERA |
| N01 |
Genzyme calls for research proposals for grant program |
| O31 |
ASN: Coronary angiography or bypass underutilized in dialysis patients |
| O31 |
Complex cause for brittle bones |
| O31 |
Smart stethoscope hears stones break during lithotripsy |
| O30 |
The amyloidogenic role of apolipoprotein E in Alzheimer disease clarified |
| O30 |
ASN: Sevelamer reduces coronary calcification in new dialysis patients |
| O30 |
ASN: Riquent lowers dsDNA levels in lupus patients as adjuvant therapy |
| O30 |
ASN: Nocturnal hemodialysis results from Canada very encouraging |
| O30 |
ASN: Hectorol phase III results in CKD |
| O30 |
ASN: Fosrenol maintains bone health on longer term use |
| O29 |
Web kidney donor jailed for child support debt |
| O29 |
Bone Care International receives DOJ subpoena |
| O29 |
New theory links low NAD/NADH ratio to diabetic organ damage |
| O29 |
New theory as to how estrogens protect bone mass |
| O28 |
European Commission approves Mimpara (cinacalcet) for use |
| O28 |
New discoveries show how hepcidin/ferroportin regulate Fe absorption in the gut |
| O28 |
Salt retention gene CYP3A5 polymorphisms vary with distance from equator |
| O27 |
Normal serum B12 levels may mask B12 deficiency |
| O27 |
Fresenius Medical receives U.S. subpoena |
| O27 |
Bone Care Int;l. reports Q1 results |
| O27 |
U.S. FDA approves Fosrenal (lanthanum carbonate) for ESRD patients |
| O27 |
Office for Human Research Protections (OHRP) decision charts |
| O26 |
Rockwell progressing through preclinical evaluation of dialysate FePPi |
| O26 |
KDIGO.org website now up for international kidney disease guidelines |
| O26 |
Gene therapy reverses diabetic neuropathy in mice |
| O26 |
Immunization retards plaque growth in animal model of Alzheimer's disease |
| O26 |
Renal Care Group receives Justice Department subpoena |
| O26 |
DaVita gets Justice Department subpoena |
| O26 |
Gene found that associates with insulin resistance, particularly in Hispanics |
| O26 |
Transthyrethrin protects mouse brains against experimental Alzheimer's disease |
| O25 |
New CDC guidelines: CDC link |
| O25 |
CDC refines flu vaccine allocation strategy |
| O25 |
Congress renews visa waiver program for IMGs |
| O25 |
CME providers face stricter financial disclosure |
| O25 |
Unrelated kidney donation sparks interest in website |
| O25 |
Dialysis Corp of America to open new dialysis unit in Cincinnati |
| O25 |
Iron-deficient brain cells linked to restless legs syndrome in non-ESRD patients |
| O24 |
New TB vaccine shown to be safe |
| O24 |
Reprogramming the immune system to accept other blood types |
| O24 |
Could thymus gland reactivation be the key to tolerance of transplanted organs? |
| O24 |
Tech whiz uses handheld computers to improve 3rd World health care |
| O24 |
AHA African American media kit (patient guidesheets) (.pdf) |
| O24 |
US finds a way to import Canadian flu shots |
| O24 |
Internet kidney donor wanted for failing to pay child support |
| O24 |
More on the Japanese dialysis patients with mushroom-associated illness |
| O24 |
FDA approves Syncardia temporary artificial heart |
| O22 |
Free computers not enough to get doctors to use technology |
| O22 |
Is Baxter on the rebound? |
| O22 |
Japanese CKD patients become ill after eating apparently non-poisonous mushrooms |
| O22 |
TKT wins a round against Amgen in patent dispute: House of Lords decision |
| O21 |
Mitochondrial mutation linked to high blood pressure |
| O20 |
Mice do fine without junk DNA |
| O20 |
PLoS Medicine: New open access journal in Medicine - first issue |
| O20 |
Ambulance company pleads guilty to fraud relating to dialysis patient transport |
| O19 |
Denver hospital OKs web-arranged live-donor kidney transplant |
| O19 |
NEJM: Weathering the influenza vaccine crisis (.pdf) |
| O19 |
Minimally invasive surgery highly successful in reversing atrial fibrillation |
| O19 |
Id-3 knockout mice develop Sjögren syndrome-like symptoms |
| O19 |
CD36 gene polymorphisms tied to heart disease in diabetics |
| O18 |
European Soc Cardiol guidelines for prevention of CV disease |
| O18 |
Kaiser Permanente adult diabetes management guidelines |
| O18 |
Warning on internet health advice |
| O18 |
House of Lords to rule in Amgen vs. Transkaryotic patent dispute |
| O18 |
Mycophenolate effective to treat non-renal lupus |
| O18 |
Experimental lupus drug may also work against atherosclerosis |
| O18 |
KDOQI Clinical Practice Guidelines for treating hypertension in CKD |
| O18 |
Toxic algae blooms with microcystins threaten Michigan lakes |
| O18 |
Internet service automates process of appealing disputed claims |
| O18 |
CMS trades payment for new technology with requirement for study enrollment |
| O18 |
Physicians scramble to direct high-risk patients to scarce flu vaccine |
| O16 |
Ephedrine linked to sudden death in a coronary compromised dog model |
| O16 |
MMWR: Focus on health disparities, diabetes in Hispanics (.pdf) |
| O15 |
CDC: Flu vaccine guidelines given current shortage |
| O15 |
La Jolla Pharma's FDA approval for lupus drug delayed: another RCT required |
| O15 |
Mississippi agrees to restore Medicaid benefits |
| O15 |
Patient to get new live donor kidney: Match arranged via a website |
| O15 |
AAMI: Plumbing codes put dialysis patients at risk |
| O15 |
AAMI: Dialysis standards on CD |
| O15 |
High-dose salicylates block muscle cachexia in mice via NF-kB inhibition |
| O15 |
MC4R neuronal receptor may be key to obesity |
| O15 |
Eur Soc Hypertension guidelines for treating arterial hypertension |
| O14 |
Ethnic nursing homes grow in Chicago |
| O14 |
Nightline on ABC covers drug reimportation: video of Frist vs. Stabenow |
| O14 |
AAKP requests open formulary for kidney patients without restrictions |
| O14 |
Tax law changes reduce deductions for car donations, but NKF optimistic |
| O14 |
U.S. NKF announces availability of nephrologist toolkit for CKD |
| O14 |
Flu crisis need not cost lives |
| O14 |
Portion control the most effective weight loss strategy |
| O13 |
SMART stent use improves patency in grafts with venous stenosis |
| O13 |
RPA announces multifaceted educational initiative |
| O13 |
Nabi gets FDA fast-track approval for its Staph vaccine |
| O13 |
Statins reduce brain amyloid plaques in an Alzheimer's disease animal model |
| O11 |
High folate intake associated with lower blood pressure in women |
| O11 |
Insulin resistance in teens raises BP risk as adults |
| O11 |
Obesity in children, adolescents is focus of new IOM report |
| O10 |
Massachusetts e-health network to go live in 2005 |
| O10 |
ACCME changes conflict-of-interest rules |
| O08 |
Device translates spoken Japanese into English and vice versa. |
| O08 |
FDA unlikely to clear Chiron flu vaccine for the U.S. |
| O07 |
Invitation to participate in new daily/nocturnal HD registry |
| O07 |
MMWR; United States CKD prevalence rates double from 1990-2001. |
| O06 |
CDC director urges voluntary rationing of flu vaccine due to shortage |
| O06 |
Children's exposure to plasticizers (phthalates) linked to allergies, asthma |
| O06 |
Court rules dialysis a disability; chastises Walmart for not allowing CAPD |
| O06 |
JAMA: Hormone replacement therapy doubles blood clot risk |
| O06 |
Bugs in the gut can influence the body's response to disease |
| O06 |
Vein camera keeps injections on target |
| O06 |
One in six chronically ill adults skips Rx due to cost |
| O06 |
Many benefits of exercise may be mediated by interleukin-6 |
| O05 |
Removal of patient organs before brain death ruled a homicide |
| O05 |
Faced it flu vaccine shortage, U.S. begins rationing shots. |
| O05 |
NCI studies utility of tumor markers to detect recurrence of bladder cancer |
| O05 |
City utilities accused of misconstruing lead levels in water supply |
| O05 |
Alonzo Mourning's transplant sends message of hope |
| O05 |
Nabi announces PhosLo CARE 2 study - Lipitor in both groups |
| O05 |
Renal Care Group acquires dialysis clinics in Danville, VA |
| O05 |
Pyridostigmine effective in combatting orthostatic hypotension |
| O04 |
Should I buy EMR now? The experts weigh in. |
| O04 |
Value of PSA screening test questioned |
| O04 |
Abgenix monoclonal antibody successful in phase I tx of hyperparathyroidism |
| O04 |
External counterpulsation trousers used to treat refractory angina |
| O04 |
Amgen RANK ligand antibody drug improves bone density in osteoporosis |
| O03 |
Study in Am J Clin Nutr confirms benefits of low glycemic index carbs |
| O03 |
Serum CRP and other inflammatory markers higher in coffee drinkers |
| O03 |
Synthetic lycopene slows prostate cancer growth in mice |
| O02 |
Blood doping test detects presence of recent transfusion |
| O02 |
Booming business in hospital equipment to care for extremely obese |
| O02 |
Miniature swimming robot might be used for drug delivery |
| O02 |
Consortium of Cleveland Hospitals wins NIH grant to train clinical researchers |
| O02 |
House Ethics Committee Admonishes DeLay, Miller, Smith re Medicare vote conduct |
| O02 |
Mississippi judge orders thousands back onto Medicaid |
| O01 |
House Judiciary Committee approves extension of J-1 Visa waiver program for FMGs |
| S30 |
Carp heart doesn't need oxygen; fish converts its lactic acid to ethanol |
| S30 |
FDA comments on voluntary Vioxx withdrawal |
| S30 |
NxStage medical raises 20 M in private equity financing |
| S30 |
New protocols in kidney-pancreas TX producing better results |
| S30 |
Merck recalls Vioxx (rofecoxib) worldwide over concerns of increased CV risk |
| S30 |
Synthetic lycopene slows prostate cancer in mice |
| S30 |
Caffeine withdrawal symptoms occur after low doses and within 12-24 hours |
| S30 |
NEJM: Aplastic anemia due to Eprex down by 80% |
| S29 |
ACCME tightens up CME regulations for pharma-supported physicians |
| S27 |
Class action suit against Gambro in favor of former REN stockholders |
| S27 |
Lawsuit attempts to halt Medicaid cuts in Mississippi affecting ESRD pts. |
| S24 |
NCQA reports that half of patients get bad care, esp. HTN management is poor |
| S24 |
Even mild kidney disease raises risk of heart disease and death |
| S24 |
Legionnaires' disease bacillus genome sequenced |
| S24 |
Woman gives birth: Ovarian tissue frozen 7 years, reimplanted after chemoRx |
| S24 |
MMWR: Tuberculosis transmission in a dialysis unit |
| S24 |
Bacteriophage therapy may be used to treat resistant bacteria |
| S24 |
Dogs can smell bladder, kidney cancer |
| S22 |
Wellbound signs contract with Kaiser to supervise self-care dialysis program |
| S22 |
CMS Manual Transmittal: Change in payment for outpatient ESRD services |
| S22 |
Nanomedicine Summit 2004 begins Oct 25th, hosted by the Cleveland Clinic |
| S21 |
Medical Education Institute launches Home Dialysis Central |
| S21 |
After IPO, Nephros stock debuts on AMEX under ticker symbol NEP |
| S21 |
ASN 2004 (St. Louis) abstracts now available on-line |
| S21 |
Aranesp (darbepoetin) approved for q 3 week dosing in Europe |
| S21 |
Dialysis patients risk missing treatment because of labor strike |
| S20 |
Medicare part B premium rise blamed partly on payments to doctors |
| S20 |
Progress made on drug trial registry |
| S20 |
Researchers target type 1 diabetes prevention |
| S20 |
Hurricane Ivan wiped out dialysis unit at Florida hospital |
| S20 |
CDC guidance: Dialyzing patients during a boil water advisory |
| S20 |
Genzyme launches Renagel REACH program, expanding access for Medicare pts. |
| S20 |
New British Approved Names (BANs) for generic drugs |
| S17 |
Ambulance company fined over questionable billings for dialysis transport |
| S17 |
Urinary MCP-1 to follow the course of renal vasculitis |
| S16 |
Study supports bacterial (MAP, found in goats and sheep) link to Crohn's disease |
| S16 |
CMS: Public meeting on Novel Formulations of Dialysis Solutions - Sept. 27 |
| S16 |
Denise Fletcher joins DaVita |
| S16 |
Rituximab shows promise against lupus |
| S15 |
Native Canadians half-as likely to get transplant as Caucasian counterparts |
| S15 |
NNJ: What is nephrology nurse responsibility when patient is always late? |
| S15 |
Myostatin knockout muscle-mice used to study osteoporosis |
| S15 |
Beta-blocker use associated with lower risk of bone fractures |
| S15 |
Highly toxic iodoacids found in chloramine-treated water |
| S15 |
Concern over children's exposure to lead in the U.K. |
| S14 |
RoFar grant deadline (second round) is 21 Nov, 2004 |
| S14 |
A third of patients who forego meds because of costs don't volunteer this info |
| S14 |
Staff less tolerant of rude doctors |
| S14 |
Well-educated patients guide their own care |
| S14 |
Physicians watchful after announced flu vaccine delay (until October) |
| S14 |
NIH-NIAID forms clinical consortium to improve the success of organ transplants |
| S13 |
Study supports link between HBV vaccine and multiple sclerosis |
| S13 |
Clonidine may act partly via imidazoline receptors in the brain |
| S13 |
HIPAA privacy rules are constraining outcomes research |
| S13 |
Hedgehog activity identifies invasive prostate cancers |
| S12 |
Chronic hyperphosphatemia elevates fibroblast growth factor levels |
| S12 |
EAA/carb supplement prevents muscle protein loss: Abstract from JCEM |
| S12 |
Amino acid supplement stops muscle wastage due to inactivity |
| S12 |
Company making fake urine for research |
| S11 |
Chronic disease now account for 70% of leading causes of death in USA |
| S11 |
U.S. Census data suggest that hypertension rates have risen sharply |
| S11 |
Illegal organ trafficking ring exposed in Delhi |
| S11 |
Organ donation from African Americans still low nationwide |
| S10 |
Feds approve Medicaid waivers for Mississippi dialysis, transplant patients |
| S10 |
PSA test "all but useless" in predicting prostate cancer risk |
| S10 |
Eleven journals join forces to combat publication bias / register trials |
| S09 |
Renagel patient assistance program fall enrollment information |
| S09 |
Prasterone (DHEA) effective as adjunctive Rx for lupus in RCT |
| S08 |
FDA approves Cymbalta for management of diabetic neuropathic pain |
| S08 |
NIH proposes making clinical trials data free to public |
| S08 |
In women, fitness level, better than obesity, predicts cardiovascular risk |
| S06 |
Heart disease incidence related to gene mutation controlling vascular EC matrix |
| S06 |
TOR inhibitor immunosuppression has lower malignancy rate |
| S06 |
Int Congress Tx Society (Vienna): Press releases |
| S06 |
Cat gets kidney transplant: bill tops $25,000 |
| S06 |
Bending sound the wrong way could lead to ultrasharp ultrasound scanners |
| S06 |
Caffeine intake increases urinary calcium excretion |
| S05 |
Some prisoners immune to hepatitis C - possible clue for a vaccine |
| S02 |
PERV transmission from pig to human cells during transplant may be minimal |
| S02 |
AAKP annual convention cancelled due to hurricane |
| S02 |
Mourning to attempt comeback after kidney transplant |
| S01 |
Lawsuit challenges hospital translator requirement |
| S01 |
Doubts over good carb diet claims |
| S01 |
Carriers give wrong answers to Medicare policy questions 96% of the time |
| S01 |
Farm-raised salmon fed vegetable oil don't cardioprotect |
| A30 |
High incidence (7%) of subclavian stenosis can confound BP measurement |
| A29 |
Comments for CMS Venous Mapping Proposed Rule (ESRD-TX) |
| A29 |
Citrus aurantium, new weight loss herb, may cause HTN, drug interactions |
| A29 |
A20 anti-inflammatory enzyme may prove to be a potent drug target |
| A26 |
NEJM: Bones OK in kids after steroid treatment of nephrotic syndrome |
| A26 |
Tightly controlled rat study supports benefits of low-glycemic diet |
| A26 |
ESRD Network helps solve dialysis problems in Florida in hurricane's wake |
| A25 |
ISN establishes award in memory of Dr. Roscoe Robinson |
| A25 |
Cinnamon health benefits for diabetes, lipid control in the news |
| A25 |
Diabetes now Mexico's leading cause of death |
| A24 |
Sugary soft drinks and fruit punches linked to diabetes in Nurses Health Study |
| A24 |
Prevalence of high blood pressure in US markedly increased |
| A24 |
CMS MedLearn Matters 2004 documents pertaining to ESRD, anemia |
| A24 |
Activation of PPAR-delta receptor increases rate at which body burns fat |
| A24 |
New health benefits of citrus fruits presented at ACS conference |
| A24 |
Creatine linked to metabolic rate, mitochondria |
| A24 |
Blueberry compound shows strong cholesterol lowering properties |
| A23 |
MMWR: Possible West Nile virus transmission by dialysis |
| A23 |
Australian dialysis costs projected to hit 5 billion in next decade |
| A23 |
Activation of leukotriene pathway increases aortic aneurysm formation in mice |
| A23 |
IGF-1 receptor activation implicated in rheumatoid arthritis and autoimmunity |
| A22 |
E. Coli threat prompts major beef recall by Illinois supplier |
| A22 |
Lauryn Williams wins silver medal; makes her dialysis patient Dad proud |
| A21 |
Vermont sues FDA over block of Canadian drug imports |
| A21 |
E. Coli outbreak prompts warning about petting zoos. |
| A21 |
NY law student donates kidney to a total stranger |
| A21 |
Kidney donors in New Zealand may get paid |
| A21 |
US Dept. of Justice investigates medical supplies industry |
| A21 |
Email consultations could improve health care delivery |
| A20 |
West Nile virus patients in Georgia may have been infected from dialysis machine |
| A19 |
Paper studies clinical clues to cerebral edemia in diabetic ketoacidosis |
| A19 |
DNA pattern search algorithm being used to identify SPAM |
| A19 |
Southwest Florida dialysis units struggle in aftermath of storm |
| A19 |
Inadequate Medicare reimbursement cited in closing of Montana dialysis center |
| A18 |
NDT: FMC finds lower mortality after switching to single-use |
| A18 |
Snake venom reveals undesirable partial agonism of integrin receptor blockers |
| A18 |
Illinois governor announces extensive prescription drug reimportation program |
| A18 |
Scientists closer to genes that affect prostate cancer risk |
| A18 |
Gene identified with lupus identified |
| A17 |
Hiring boom and rising salaries for nurses |
| A17 |
Newspaper examines industry bias in reporting sponsored trial results |
| A17 |
Nabi completes patient enrollment for Phase III trial of StaphVax |
| A17 |
Group A streptococcus vaccine promising in early trials |
| A16 |
Aksys sued over hedge fund buy |
| A16 |
Dialysis Corp. of America reports 2nd quarter results |
| A16 |
Organ transplant recipients especially susceptible to West Nile complications |
| A15 |
US Latinos have high rates of eye disease and visual impairment |
| A15 |
H1-B visa cap puts strain on Veterans Administration Hospital staffing |
| A15 |
Doctor - to - doctor kidney transplant may increase LRD awareness |
| A15 |
Exact indications for PSA screening being debated in the UK |
| A15 |
UK spiral vein graft -Swirlgraft - may reduce venous stenosis |
| A14 |
Mutant gene discovered that affects dietary cholesterol absorption |
| A13 |
Houston man's multimedia liver search pays off |
| A13 |
Maine dialysis sues Medicare for increased dialysis reimbursement |
| A13 |
Man launches multimedia search for a liver |
| A12 |
NY dialysis nurses protest working conditions |
| A12 |
Transonics loses patent infringement case against Hemametrics |
| A09 |
New approach to treat Fabry's disease in Phase I trials by Amicus |
| A09 |
MMWR: Tuberculosis associated with TNF-alpha blocking drugs |
| A09 |
GAO report accuses JCAHO of missing many deficiencies |
| A09 |
Doctors warned on single high blood pressure reading |
| A09 |
Portland-based startup raising funds to develop home dialysis machine |
| A09 |
Stanford transplant program has best adjusted U.S. survival rates |
| A09 |
Vitamin D receptor gene polymorphisms related to prostate cancer risk |
| A07 |
Refractory C. difficile infections affect some Quebec hospitals |
| A07 |
Senate
Bill: Medicare Quality Improvement Act of 2004 - see Secs. 4-6 |
| A07 |
Genes linked to ability to clear hepatitis C infection |
| A07 |
Rates of spironolactone-associated hyperkalemia increase after RALES Study pub |
| A06 |
Handheld computer Trojan virus steals and reports passwords |
| A06 |
Aranesp obtains positive regulatory opinion in Europe for extended dosing |
| A06 |
BK virus associated with prostate cancer |
| A04 |
Axillary approach may offer new cosmetic alternative for parathyroidectomy |
| A04 |
Davita shares slip after scaled back outlook |
| A04 |
Aksys reports Q2 results |
| A03 |
Abbott submits p.o. Zemplar to the FDA for approval to treat early hyperPTH |
| A03 |
Bone Care posts record sales of its Hectorol vitamin D derivative |
| A02 |
Organ donors sought from cardiac deaths |
| A02 |
Senate passes patient safety bill with new error reporting system |
| J31 |
Angiotensin (1-7) peptide appears to inhibit growth of lung cancer |
| J31 |
Two doctors put on a musical spoofing Managed (e.g., "Damaged") Care |
| J31 |
UK Transplant Games in Norwich draw 600 participants |
| J31 |
Newspapers weigh in on new Medicare obesity treatment coverage policy |
| J30 |
Interleukin-6 linked to feelings of fatigue |
| J30 |
Financial breaks speed adoption of cardiovascular health guidelines |
| J30 |
Cinacalcet (Mimpara) receives positive regulatory opinion in Europe |
| J29 |
BMJ: How new ethics committee regulations hinder research |
| J29 |
Smoking increases CKD risk by 50% |
| J29 |
Granny cams being used to monitor care in some nursing homes |
| J29 |
NEJM: Peg-interferon + ribavirin results in patients with both HIV and HCV |
| J29 |
Trial testing isosorbide dinitrate + hydralazine in Blacks with CHF halted |
| J29 |
Rugby legend Lomu receives new kidney |
| J29 |
Maribavir, a new antiviral drug, enters phase 2 trials to treat CMV |
| J28 |
ISN e-update: Includes many upcoming awards deadlines! |
| J28 |
Dialysis Transplant Games 2004: Transplant Pioneers (providers and patients) |
| J28 |
CMS revision to physician fee schedule for 2005 |
| J28 |
2004 Transplant Games in progress: July 27 - August 1 |
| J28 |
Renal Care Group announces second quarter growth |
| J27 |
Nursing home patient on dialysis in California dies of West Nile virus infection |
| J27 |
Dr. DeLuca, pioneer in Vitamin D, and technology patents at U Wisconsin |
| J26 |
Long-term acetaminophen use may harm kidneys |
| J26 |
Drinking tea associated with lower blood pressure |
| J26 |
Pharmacy benefit managers a growing force in Medicare |
| J26 |
Maker of ferrumoxytol appoints Brian Pereira to Board of Directors |
| J24 |
UK House of Commons Sci-Tec Committee pushes free journal repositories |
| J24 |
Federal Trade Commission and Dept. of Justice rec dropping certificates of need |
| J23 |
Kidney Care Partners applauds new House Medicare Modernization Act Bill |
| J23 |
FDA approves two-in-one cholesterol pill Vytorin |
| J23 |
Specialists, including urologists, dropping out of Medicaid program |
| J23 |
HHS Thompson unveils EMR, health IT strategies; announces grants |
| J23 |
Beneficial bacteria in the gut maintain health of intestinal epithelial cells |
| J23 |
SUMO-4 gene linked to type 1 diabetes |
| J22 |
Amgen profits rise on higher drug sales |
| J22 |
Baxter posts loss, cuts 2004 outlook; trouble in Brazil |
| J22 |
DaVita to buy Physicians Dialysis for 150 million |
| J22 |
Abbott partners with Dr. DeLuca to develop vitamin D receptor activators |
| J21 |
Did Napoleon die of iatrogenic hypokalemia? |
| J21 |
U.S. government may force hospitals to go to electronic medical records and Rx. |
| J21 |
Scientist devise novel way to rehydrate food using dialysis membrane |
| J21 |
Vancouver: No trace of infection found due to faulty dialysis machines |
| J21 |
Unexplained rise in toxigenic E. Coli cases in Iowa this summer |
| J21 |
Florida Medicaid transporation cuts affecting dialysis patients |
| J21 |
Gambro press release relating to settlement of Medicare billing issues |
| J21 |
Gambro reaches deal with US authorities over alleged Medicare billing problems |
| J21 |
Eating oily fish reduced risk of atrial fibrillation by 1/3 |
| J20 |
Lysophosphatidic acid may potentiate efficacy of antibiotics |
| J20 |
Nocturnal dialysis being credited for helping normal pregnancy and delivery |
| J20 |
FDA action date for Fosrenol extended from July to October of this year. |
| J19 |
Not-for-profit hospitals being sued for marking up care to the uninsured |
| J18 |
ASM conference on the New Phage Biology, August 1-5, Key Biscayne, FL |
| J17 |
Gift from DCI keeps Renal Health Care Program from being cut |
| J17 |
FDA enforcement report: Nxstage cartridge express (pinhole leaks in FMP bag) |
| J17 |
Mississippi scrambles to avoid cutting off dialysis, transplant patients |
| J17 |
Does niacin help prevent Alzheimer's disease? |
| J17 |
CSPI: Journal authors often fail to disclose economic conflicts of interest |
| J16 |
High prevalence of diabetes in Hispanics in the news |
| J16 |
DaVita acquiring dialysis units in Nebraska |
| J16 |
Medicare to cover some obesity treatments |
| J16 |
Illinois becomes first state to allow patients with HIV to donate organs |
| J16 |
DaVita acquires dialysis facilities treating 750 patients |
| J16 |
Ambulance driver gets jailtime for failing to secure dialysis patient wheelchair |
| J16 |
Do doorknobs contribute to hospital nosocomial infections? |
| J14 |
MRSA spreading outside of hospitals to sports teams, kids, inmates, soldiers |
| J14 |
UK; Continued superbug infection problem attracting concern of regulators |
| J13 |
Early EPO Rx slows progression of CKD in randomized trial |
| J13 |
Fat-busting ultrasound under development; early results promising |
| J13 |
Governments drafting laws, policies, to tackle obesity |
| J13 |
Congressional task force ready to tackle Medicaid reform |
| J13 |
Infective causation of several chronic diseases gaining credibility |
| J13 |
New and old ways to get lead poisoning: dinner plates and Ayurvedic medicine |
| J13 |
ESRD Modernization Act of 2004: Text of proposed Senate bill |
| J13 |
Nabi ramping up manufacturing capacity of its Staph vaccine |
| J12 |
Updated NCEP Panel III Cholesterol Treatment Guidelines |
| J12 |
NCEP updated cholesterol guidelines for adults; lower levels targeted |
| J12 |
San Diego ENT surgeon donates a kidney to his mentor and colleague |
| J12 |
SUMO-4 immunoregulatory gene linked to type 1 diabetes |
| J11 |
OPTN/SRTR (Transplant Registry) 2003 Annual Report |
| J09 |
Lack of immune system protein prevents lupus-like condition in mice |
| J09 |
Fourth recipient dies of trasnplanted rabies infection |
| J09 |
Projected ceiling imagery lowers boredom, anxiety during dialysis session |
| J09 |
Chemically modified EPO shows tissue protective effects |
| J08 |
Grape skin polyphenol resveratrol affects fat cell metabolism |
| J08 |
Alberta issues new dialysis rules after potassium errror. |
| J07 |
Adynamic bone associated with vascular calcification |
| J07 |
Aspirin of no benefit, and of potential harm, in heart failure |
| J07 |
Mould-contaminated dialysis unit to be completely demolished |
| J07 |
Nurses overtime hours linked to medical errors |
| J07 |
Bush administration admits that high cost estimates of Rx drug program concealed |
| J07 |
Genetically modified, TNF-alpha producing mycobacterium to fight bladder cancer |
| J07 |
Stock analyst concerned about Medicare reforms: downgrades Amgen stock |
| J07 |
Methotrexate use in dialysis patient may have led to patient's death |
| J06 |
European Society Vascular Access Guidelines |
| J06 |
Alonzo Mourning to lobby for dialysis patients in Washington DC July 7th. |
| J06 |
Ontario boosts funding for home health care: 73 M |
| J05 |
Ginseng lowers warfarin potency for anti-coagulation |
| J05 |
Some dialysis center funding restored in San Francisco |
| J05 |
Online consultation growing, but slowly |
| J05 |
Alcohol may protect bones against osteoporosis. |
| J05 |
Lack of sleep may affect leptin levels, predisposing to obesity |
| J02 |
Overcrowded wards breed MRSA |
| J02 |
Lidocaine patch helps with diabetes pain |
| J02 |
Hollland's tough approach to treating MRSA |
| J01 |
Alonzo Mourning's life 6 months after transplantation |
| J01 |
New JCAHO standards designed to reduce surgical errors take effect. |
| J01 |
Renal Care Group to broadcast its Q2 conference call July 28th. |
| J01 |
Nursing home patient with dialysis shunt bleeds to death in shower |
| J01 |
Three deaths from rabies transmitted by organ transplantation |
| J01 |
Florida dialysis patient convicted for attacking a technician |
| J01 |
MedPAC Members Discuss Medicare Reimbursements with Rural Providers |
| J01 |
Radiofrequency ablation a promising treatment for kidney cancers |
| J30 |
Verdict on medical mixup of sodium / potassium in Calgary dialysis patients |
| J30 |
Indy gene important to longevity; function might be modulated by drugs |
| J30 |
Baxter Extramural Grant Program deadline is Sept 15. |
| J30 |
Kaplan Prize for PKD Research ($50,000) - 2004 deadline is Sept 1 |
| J30 |
ISN Amgen Prize ($50,000) - Deadline for 2004 nominations is Sept. 1 |
| J30 |
Urinary test for ADA binding protein to predict ARF now available |
| J30 |
Antioxidant controversy: Scientists seek measurement standards |
| J30 |
Asahi Medical to establish U.S. subsidiary |
| J30 |
Passive smoking risk greater than previously thought |
| J29 |
Paclitaxel wraps may help prevent vascular access stenosis |
| J29 |
June GAO report to congress on Medicare dialysis facilities |
| J28 |
MMWR: West Nile virus in the U.S. update |
| J28 |
NY Times investigates drug company payments for prescribing interferon for HCV |
| J28 |
CEO of Renal Solutions wins entrepreneur recognition award |
| J28 |
AMA backs review of presumed consent on organ donations |
| J28 |
National clinical trials registry gaining steam |
| J28 |
Liposorbtion growing as a means of treating very high cholesterol levels |
| J28 |
Measuring blood sugar with a wave of the arm |
| J25 |
New virtual reality system may aid in stroke recovery |
| J25 |
Computer-aided brain retraining increases field of vision in stroke victims |
| J25 |
New form of physical therapy restores arm function after stroke |
| J25 |
Almost half of stroke patients may be aspirin resistant |
| J25 |
Yale scientists smell a victory in deciphering the odor code |
| J25 |
U.S. consumer group argues that Crestor (rosuvastatin) is unsafe |
| J24 |
Intranasal SARS vaccine protects monkeys from infection |
| J24 |
Device coating inhibits bacterial cell-cell communication and Staph infections |
| J24 |
No link found between acrylamide consumption and common cancers |
| J24 |
San Francisco General Hospital's dialysis unit may close due to budget cuts |
| J24 |
Kidney disease no longer a killer for children |
| J24 |
Myostatin inhibitors may result in muscled athletes; improve muscle-wasting |
| J23 |
Nabi looks beyond ESRD as market for its anti-Staph vaccine |
| J23 |
Arab Society of Nephrology and Transplantation unveils new website |
| J22 |
Retired truck driver invents antibacterial hand lotion that kills superbugs |
| J22 |
Potential gender effect on dialysis adequacy getting press coverage |
| J22 |
Videoconferencing use grows in New England hospitals |
| J22 |
Newly grown kidneys can sustain life in rats |
| J21 |
JUNE 30th deadline for letter of intent for Roche Anemia Foundation grants |
| J21 |
NIDDK-KCSI: Concept Development Administrative Supplements available |
| J21 |
RPA releases comments on Stark Interim Final Rule |
| J21 |
Vancomycin susceptibility in MRSA lineages (Emerging Infect Dis paper) |
| J21 |
DaVita adds eight dialysis centers to its operation |
| J21 |
OSHA fact sheet describes needlestick risk of securing indwelling catheters |
| J21 |
MRSA (superbug) death rates set to double as vanco resistance grows |
| J21 |
Supreme Court rules in favor of HMOs, limiting patient ability to sue |
| J18 |
American Diabetes Assoc 2004 Annual Meeting - abstracts on-line |
| J18 |
Endocrine Society 2004 Annual Meeting - abstracts on-line |
| J18 |
Contaminated transponder protectors found in Halifax |
| J17 |
Woman who anonymously donated kidney wins 500 K in Virginia lottery |
| J17 |
More blood contamination in dialysis machines in Canada - Nova Scotia |
| J15 |
New NIH initiative aims to reduce kidney failure in African Americans |
| J13 |
Desperate patient places classified ad searching for a donor |
| J13 |
Patient nocturnal dialysis experiences in the news |
| J12 |
Liraglutide once daily improves type 2 DM without weight gain |
| J12 |
MedicalMutual offers case management for ESRD patients |
| J12 |
Medical, dialysis waste found at NH landfill |
| J12 |
Seminars publishes paper questioning survival benefits of higher EPO doses |
| J10 |
Nabi launches study of Phoslo (calcium acetate) plus Lipitor |
| J10 |
Baxter sends out global alert re proper procedures for its dialysis machines |
| J09 |
American Diabetes Association Annual Meeting daily newspapers (pdf) |
| J09 |
Prostate cancer gene identified |
| J08 |
Canadian researchers present data against privatization of dialysis units |
| J08 |
Nephrologist argues for legalization of paid donor organ transplantation |
| J08 |
Signs of blood contamination found in British Columbia dialysis machines |
| J07 |
Type 1 diabetes halted in mice with dendritic cell-assisted therapy |
| J06 |
Drug derived from gila monster saliva for type 2 diabetes |
| J06 |
Promising new treatment for aggressive kidney cancer |
| J02 |
FDA revises guidance on reprocessing of single-use devices |
| J02 |
Junk food represents about 1/3 of U.S. diet |
| J02 |
Lawsuits in California aim to prevent use of chloramine in water supply |
| J01 |
Flavonoids in chocolate improve blood vessel flow-mediated vasodilatation |
| M31 |
Diabetes conundrum: Can control be too tight? |
| M29 |
L-arginine plus exercise may have synergistic effect on CAD (in mice) |
| M29 |
Does metabolic rate relate inversely to life span? Think again! |
| M29 |
CMS ESRD Information Resource |
| M27 |
US FDA approves paricalcitol (Zemplar) for use in kids with ESRD |
| M26 |
Krispy Kreme to make a low-carb donut |
| M26 |
Physician neckties may harbor dangerous bacteria |
| M24 |
US issues updated guidelines for treating hypertension in kids |
| M21 |
FDA approves troponin T test to help dx acute coronary syndrome |
| M20 |
Learning from e-patients at Mass General Hospital |
| M19 |
Are "vasculotoxic" nanobacteria alive? |
| M19 |
Roche funds new international foundation for anemia research |
| M19 |
Aksys to receive 10 M dollars in additional funding |
| M19 |
RCG identifies, honors top dialysis units within its system |
| M19 |
Sodium bicarbonate lowers incidence of contrast dye nephropathy |
| M16 |
Getting an EMR (electronic medical record) up and running: some tips |
| M16 |
New approaches to treating atrial fibrillation presented at conference |
| M16 |
New vitamin identified that is involved in NAD synthesis; milk products have it |
| M15 |
ERA/EDTA 2004 abstracts from Lisbon are now on-line |
| M15 |
NIH launches stem cell transplantation for lupus clinical trial |
| M13 |
NEJM: Homocysteine levels, B vitamin use linked to osteoporotic fracture risk |
| M13 |
Kidney transplant transmits cancer; results in malpractice lawsuit |
| M12 |
California elder abuse law used to bypass tort reforms |
| M10 |
Patients and family members et al evaluate CMS Dialysis Compare website (PDF) |
| M10 |
Urine test for kidney cancer appears to be highly specific |
| M06 |
Computer data guarding: the next HIPAA mandate |
| M06 |
Self-contained Abiocor heart implanted in Louisville, KY |
| M06 |
Baxter CEO promises change |
| M06 |
Fresenius medical profit rises with more patients and higher cost per treatment |
| M06 |
Rockwell signs large supply agreement with DaVita |
| M05 |
UV light exposure attenutates graft vs. host disease |
| M04 |
Sun Drop citrus soda affects cyclosporine levels |
| M04 |
Study: Low fat may not be best for the heart |
| M04 |
U.S. poised for epidemic of West Nile fever this year |
| M04 |
Could vitamins increase levels of bad cholesterol? |
| M04 |
Coffee intake may increase HTN risk in minority adolescents |
| M01 |
Medicare Prescription Drug Assistance Program website |
| A30 |
Ferrumoxytol Phase 2 results presented at NKF Clinical Meeting in Chicago |
| A28 |
U Penn's electronic nose shown to be useful in diagnosing pneumonia |
| A28 |
Pyridostigmine new treatment for intractable low blood pressure |
| A28 |
FDA approves Hectorol indication to treat SHPT in stage 3 and 4 CKD |
| A28 |
Renal Care first quarter profits rise |
| A28 |
Aksys reports first quarter results |
| A27 |
Renal Solutions raises $5M to help it develop new dialysis machine |
| A27 |
Advanced Magnetics begins phase III trials of ferumoxytol IV iron |
| A25 |
Cultural competence: Caring for Latino patients |
| A25 |
Tom Kelly joins DaVita |
| A24 |
Nebulized, inhaled cyclosporine increases survival of lung transplants |
| A24 |
U.S. Senate rejects tort reforms bill for ob-gyn and emergency docs |
| A22 |
Society could pay each kidney donor $90,000 and still break even |
| A21 |
San Francisco Bay area completing switch from chlorine to chloramine |
| A21 |
Baxter's new boss has big plans for the company |
| A21 |
Bioarcheology of hemoglobin in primitive bacteria |
| A20 |
FDA outlines dietary supplement enforcement plan |
| A20 |
Mild iron deficiency in women impairs memory, attention, and learning |
| A19 |
Baxter elects Parkinson to be Chairman and CEO |
| A19 |
Hepcidin linked to anemia of chronic disease |
| A19 |
Strict diet has dramatic effect on reducting heart disease |
| A17 |
High-fat breakfast results in post-prandial rise in serum levels of NF-kappa-B |
| A17 |
Dr. Fred Shapiro, kidney pioneer, Minntech founder, dies |
| A15 |
Fish-fed cows produce milk with high DHA content |
| A15 |
DaVita acquires five dialysis units in Des Moines |
| A15 |
Superantibodies break the cell barrier |
| A15 |
CMS launches "fistula first" initiative |
| A14 |
Cinnamon may help to alleviate diabetes |
| A14 |
Johnson and Johnson profits up 20% |
| A14 |
Aksys reports on first quarter highlights and updated goals |
| A14 |
RCG closes headquarters of National Nephrology Associates |
| A14 |
Having a close friend can reduce the risk of heart disease |
| A14 |
Soy may protect against prostate cancer by blocking DHT |
| A13 |
NKF unveils K/DOQI bone disease guidelines tools for professionals |
| A09 |
Saline has similar effect to albumin in critically ill patients |
| A09 |
BMJ: Teaching communications skills may be misguided |
| A09 |
April 7th FDA enforcement report: Asahi dialyzers; Baxter Meridian machines |
| A09 |
Proposed Florida Medicaid cuts would impact dialysis patients |
| A09 |
NKF Singapore responds to concerns on amount of its monetary reserves |
| A09 |
Food pyramid slated for makeover |
| A09 |
US docs: What the new Medicare law means to you. |
| A08 |
NEJM: New class of drug successfully increases HDL cholesterol levels |
| A08 |
Cinacalcet paper published in the NEJM |
| A07 |
Medicare carrier reimbursement for peripheral venous studies using CPT code 585 |
| A07 |
Medicare carriers agree to reimburse Doppler arm artery mapping in NW states |
| A06 |
Panel predicts Medicare pay cuts in 2006 |
| A06 |
B. Braun launches new dialysis machine |
| A06 |
Alliance for lupus research announces 6.7 M grant recipients |
| A06 |
OIG alerts physicians about added charges for covered services (pdf) |
| A06 |
Bayer kidney cancer drug fast-tracked by the FDA |
| A06 |
BMP-7 injections restore bone loss in mice with CKD |
| A06 |
Orexin involved not only in obesity, but also in male sexuality |
| A04 |
Fresenius Medical Care target stock price raised by analysts |
| A04 |
Calcium-activated K-channel mutation linked to severe diastolic hypertension |
| A04 |
Novel MRI technique provides clear images of blood flow |
| M31 |
ATC 2004 meeting to be held May 15-19 in Boston |
| M31 |
Use of clinical messaging in medical practices growing as alternative to e-mail |
| M31 |
Compound shows promise in preventing type 1 diabetes |
| M31 |
Number of West Nile virus cases expected to explode in California in 2004 |
| M31 |
Lyophilization may not inactivate viruses in bone or CT grafts |
| M31 |
NEJM: Icelandic study shows that CRP has only moderate predictive value for CAD |
| M31 |
SARS vaccine shows promise in mice |
| M30 |
ASAIO to meet June 17-19 in Washington, DC |
| M29 |
Vitamin E may protect against bladder, prostate cancer |
| M29 |
Kibow Biotech patents gut-based uremia therapy |
| M29 |
Are we getting enough vitamin D? |
| M29 |
Carbenoxolone may have beneficial effects on memory |
| M29 |
Two studies show no link between acrylamide and certain cancers |
| M27 |
Long fingernails implicated in nosocomial infections |
| M26 |
Cadaver organ donation rate highest in five years |
| M26 |
NIH conference on carnitine finishes up today. |
| M26 |
CMS issues interim final rule regarding physician self-referrals |
| M26 |
Packaging for Na/K too similar; needs to be differentiated |
| M25 |
Voice recognition moves up a notch |
| M25 |
Tests of new genetically modified BCG-based TB vaccine to begin in Germany |
| M25 |
FDA action plan for acrylamide in food |
| M24 |
Activity of calcium-handling gene linked to cardiac arrhythmias |
| M24 |
Medionics founder got started building dialysis machines |
| M24 |
Fosrenol (lanthanum carbonate) wins regulatory approval in Sweden |
| M20 |
Phthalate levels in people exposed to plasticizers high; sperm motility affected |
| M20 |
Chlamydia link to Alzheimer's strenghtened by mouse study |
| M18 |
Low fat healthy? diet found to increase Lp(a) and LDL |
| M18 |
Dialysis patient with Alzheimer's lost at connecting flight airport |
| M18 |
Epidemic exposure to volatile sulfur compounds in a dialysis unit |
| M17 |
Blood test may detect strokes with high sensitivity |
| M17 |
Alcoholic povidone-iodine better for catheter site disinfection |
| M17 |
Heart disease prevention in women guidelines |
| M17 |
British Hypertension Society publishes its guidelines |
| M15 |
Canola oil-fed cows produce milk with healthier fat profile |
| M15 |
ISN calls for global fund to fight kidney disease |
| M15 |
Orlistat inhibits prostate cancer cell growth |
| M14 |
Bacteriophage therapy home page |
| M14 |
Electrolyte abnomalities in near-drownings in the Dead Sea |
| M12 |
Musical biometric feedback helps in stress management |
| M11 |
Zebra mussels increase blue-green algae, microcystin levels
in lakes |
| M11 |
Eating dairy products protective against gout |
| M11 |
MGH team grows long-lasting blood vessels in vitro |
| M11 |
PEG-coated Hgb may result in artificial blood that actually works |
| M11 |
Nanosecond electric pulses induce apoptosis in cancer cells |
| M11 |
Privacy law makes outcomes research more difficult, more expensive |
| M09 |
Coffee cuts diabetes risk by up to 80% in Finns |
| M09 |
Forgetfullness tops list of reason for non-compliance with cardioprotective meds |
| M09 |
Spire gets FDA OK to market new, kink-resistant catheter |
| M09 |
Rocco to head up nocturnal arm of NIH more frequent dialysis trial |
| M09 |
Pepine and Laura Bush on women and heart disease (ACC 2004 Ann Mtg) |
| M08 |
Sensipar (cinacalcet) approval news release (Amgen) |
| M08 |
U.S. FDA approves Amgen's cinacalcet to treat secondary HPT |
| M08 |
Cholesterol reduction: the lower, the better |
| M08 |
Reimportation of drugs into the U.S. continues to snowball |
| M08 |
FDA requires bar codes on prescription drugs |
| M07 |
Automate without an EMR using a document managing system |
| M07 |
NY state bill to give tax breaks to organ donors for expenses |
| M07 |
Folate fortification of flour may have resulted in marked fall in CV disease |
| M04 |
Kidney transplant patient to compete for title of Scotland's strongest man |
| M04 |
Human exoskeleton developed for the army may have medical applications |
| M04 |
GBV-C virus co-infection improves prognosis in HIV+ patients |
| M03 |
Light-sensitive gloves reduce the risk of germ transfer |
| M03 |
Vitamin B12 deficiency linked to osteoporosis in elderly women |
| M02 |
Dialysis market weathers recession; expands in emerging markets |
| M02 |
Prince Edward Island woman fights to stay on home dialysis |
| M02 |
Neil Simon receives kidney donated by his publicist |
| M02 |
NIH stops estrogen-alone study because of elevated stroke risk |
| M01 |
Baxter International Foundation awards 3.6 M in 2003 |
| M01 |
Baxter Bioscience developing recombinant alpha-1 antitrypsin |
| M01 |
Taiwan tops the world in percentage of dialysis patients |
| F28 |
HDAC inhibitors suppress graft versus host disease |
| F28 |
Florida dialysis clinics rush to get licenses |
| F27 |
Rockwell Medical reports Q4 results |
| F26 |
FDA approves VEGF-antibody bevacizumab (Avantis) to treat colon cancer |
| F26 |
Deaths from MRSA up 15-fold in the UK over past 10 years |
| F26 |
Doubts cast on free radical theory of tissue injury |
| F24 |
Azerbaijan probes child organ traffickers |
| F24 |
Aksys announces settlement of remaining claims against Durus |
| F23 |
c-maf oncogene elevated in half of multiple myeloma cases |
| F23 |
Islet cell infusion with anti-CD3 monoclonal Ab "cures" type 1 diabetes |
| F21 |
FDA approves implantable defibrillators with internet monitoring system |
| F21 |
Genzyme profits soar on Renagel sales |
| F21 |
CellCept for lupus in the news |
| F21 |
McClellan named new head of Medicare |
| F21 |
Plant sterols added to food effective in lowering cholesterol |
| F18 |
Rockwell announces NIDDK grant to study dialysate with ferric pyrophosphate |
| F18 |
Aksys conference call next Tuesday, Feb 24th |
| F18 |
HemoCleanse gets $1M bioterrorism grant |
| F17 |
Cheap four-drug combo lowers mortality risk by 90% post MI |
| F16 |
Amylin protects against bone loss |
| F14 |
Mouldy dialysis unit in Calgary to be remodeled |
| F14 |
CDC tip sheet for dialysis patients to prevent infection |
| F14 |
Targeting hard-to-kill fungal infections |
| F14 |
Good news regarding PERV and xenotransplantation |
| F12 |
Pegasys - ribavirin treatment of hepatitis C shows promising results |
| F11 |
Institute of Medicine recommends 1.5 g/day sodium for all, even less for elderly |
| F11 |
JAMA: Patients more satisfied with PD than with HD in the first few months |
| F11 |
Gary Beil named new CFO for DaVita |
| F11 |
FDA approves clinical trial of new venous catheter lock fluid |
| F11 |
Rockwell gets patent for iron that can be added to the dialysate |
| F11 |
New Medicare law cuts payments for transplant drugs |
| F09 |
Transplants: 50 years of saving lives |
| F09 |
Amgen dazzles Seattle with 10 M double-helix footbridge for its workers |
| F09 |
Iceland genome project finds new gene linked to heart attacks |
| F09 |
New guidelines to prevent heart disease and stroke in women |
| F09 |
Eating mercury-contaminated fish while pregnant can cause child brain damage |
| F06 |
Angiodynamics announcdes FDA 510K approval of thrombolysis catheter |
| F06 |
Stroke risk also higher for kids in Southeast US stroke belt |
| F05 |
Bat saliva drug offers promise in acute stroke treatment |
| F04 |
San Francisco changes water disinfectant to chloramine |
| F04 |
Gene therapy technique could aid islet cell transplant in diabetes |
| F02 |
Renal Care Group buys National Nephrology Associates for 345 M |
| F02 |
Benefits of GI tract probiotics being increasingly recognized |
| F02 |
New portable home dialysis machine developed in Oregon |
| F01 |
Physicians explore group purchasing to cut costs |
| F01 |
New federal budget brings an end to NIH growth spurt |
| F01 |
Small practices take the lead in buying EMRs (electronic medical record systems) |
| F01 |
Moderate-fat diet results in better lipid profiles than low-fat diet |
| F01 |
Intestinal bioshield protects against Pseudomonas gastroenteritis |
| J31 |
What's ahead for Baxter? |
| J31 |
Modified vitamin E molecule increases antioxidant activity 100-fold |
| J31 |
Attack dog bacterium may take the place of antibiotics |
| J31 |
Scientists eye pills to unclog arteries |
| J30 |
Renal Care Group to acquire Peoria, IL dialysis program |
| J29 |
Aksys reports on growth at investor conference |
| J29 |
High cholesterol associated with lower mortality in dialysis patients |
| J29 |
Strontium ranelate slows osteoporosis, reduces fracture risk |
| J27 |
Placental growth factor - a new biomarker of atherosclerotic plaque instability |
| J27 |
Aksys founder Rod Kenley rejoins the company as a senior VP |
| J27 |
C-reactive protein linked to buildup of fatty plaque in arteries |
| J27 |
Statins, ACE-inhibitors, improve outcomes in patients after leg bypass surgery |
| J27 |
Aethlon Medical to present HIV / HCV adsorption method at RRI conference |
| J27 |
Cystic fibrosis protein CFTR shown to have adenylate kinase activity |
| J26 |
Kraemer announces resignation from Baxter |
| J23 |
Prevention in Renal Disease: 3rd Annual Conference in Toronto, Oct 1-2, 2004 |
| J22 |
First int. symposium on albuminuria (NKF-ISN) to be held in New York in May 2004 |
| J22 |
Amgen profit rises 20% on higher drug sales |
| J20 |
Fat, in moderation, helps the immune system fight off disease |
| J20 |
Dialysis Corp of America announces stock split |
| J20 |
Melatonin may affect nocturnal blood pressure |
| J20 |
Lisofylline prevents diabetes recurrence after islet cell transplant in mice |
| J18 |
Can people keep bones strong in old age? Bears may have the answer. |
| J16 |
HIV gene therapy being developed by Fresenius |
| J16 |
Study finds huge variability in vitamin E absorption |
| J16 |
Coronary artery calcium scores useful in intermediate risk patients |
| J16 |
Italian pharma company to provide red wine ingredients in a pill |
| J14 |
Aksys gets 4.6 million from Durus as settlement for unlawful swing trading claim |
| J14 |
Hypothesis-generating, robot scientist designs and performs experiments |
| J13 |
Genzyme reports strong revenue growth |
| J12 |
Walking 1.5 miles per day can help prevent weight gain |
| J12 |
Science finally identifies Adam and Eve and they're bacteria |
| J12 |
Overweight Hispanic youth face increased risk of diabetes, metabolic syndrome |
| J11 |
Bacteriophage genomics used to develop new drug targets |
| J09 |
Medical malpractice rates in U.S. continue to skyrocket |
| J09 |
The new Medicare law: Doctors cheer |
| J09 |
New bone mineral density gene identified in mice |
| J09 |
Long QT syndrome mutations may be much more common than previously thought |
| J09 |
Story on Genzyme and its plans for future products |
| J08 |
New CMS physician fee schedule published |
| J08 |
Gambro shuts plants, ends Baxter co-op |
| J08 |
Glucosamine may boos pain-relieving power of ibuprofen |
| J08 |
Anti-eosinophil therapy shown effective in treating hypereosinophilic syndrome |
| J08 |
Human and pig cells can fuse together, and grow swine retroviruses |
| J08 |
High salt intake linked to stomach cancer risk in Japan |
| J08 |
Farmed salmon has high levels of PCBs and dioxins |
| J07 |
NEJM: Vasopressin better than epinephrine for asystolic cardiac arrest |
| J06 |
Renal Care Group adds two members to board of directors |
| J06 |
AMA established new CPT code for LifeSite access system |
| J06 |
Coffee may help protect against type 2 diabetes |
| J05 |
Tort reform issues winding their way through the courts |
| J04 |
Open access publishing takes off |
| J02 |
LCM virus infection prevents type 1 diabetes in mice |
| J02 |
"Seronegative" HCV with persistently abnormal liver enzymes |
| J01 |
AMA News: Intriguing medical facts of 2003 |
| J01 |
AMA makes available a HIPAA complaint form |
| J01 |
HIPAA misconceptions make life needlessly difficult for some physicians |
| J01 |
U.S. physician shortage predicted to get worse |
| J01 |
New anti-smoking campaign in the UK |
| D31 |
Novel estrogen-like compound may obviate estrogen risks |
| D31 |
SIR2 gene linked to longevity effects of caloric restriction |
| D31 |
NEJM: 5-lipoxygenase gene tied to atherosclerosis |
| D27 |
New suspected SARS case in southern China |
| D24 |
More frequent physician-dialysis patient contact does not improve outcomes |
| D24 |
Alonzo Mourning up and about after successful kidney transplant |
| D24 |
CMS FAQ regarding effect of 2004 Medicare Fee Schedule on dialysis |
| D23 |
Hope dashed for internet kidney donors |
| D23 |
Reversine can induce cells to de-differentiate into stem cells |
| D23 |
First "mad cow disease case" rattles the U.S. |
| D22 |
Persons with latex allergy may be cross-allergic to poinsettias |
| D22 |
New IDSA guidelines for pneumonia treatment to focus on fluoroquinolone use |
| D22 |
Vancomycin-resistant Staph aureus traced to kidney patient |
| D22 |
Nosocomial spread of resistant Staph bacteria in the ICU documented |
| D22 |
Overexpression of androgen receptor may mediate prostate cancer resistance to tx |
| D22 |
Mad cow disease transmitted via blood transfusion in Britain |
| D20 |
guide arms doctors for battle against obesity |
| D19 |
Alonzo Mourning kidney transplant set for today |
| D19 |
Fatty acid metabolite malonyl-CoA linked to appetite control |
| D17 |
Taiwanese lab worker contracts SARS; Singapore on alert |
| D17 |
DaVita acquires dialysis programs in Maryland and Georgia |
| D17 |
Dialysis patient wins 21 M lottery ticket; intends to fund kidney research |
| D16 |
Kibow continues to develop gut-based uremia therapy |
| D16 |
La Jolla Pharmaceutical submits new drug application for anti-lupus compound |
| D16 |
New information links obesity and inflammation |
| D16 |
Nanowire sensor may speed up gene testing |
| D14 |
South African physicians implicated in paid organ donor scheme |
| D14 |
New Medicare law gives boost to disease management programs |
| D14 |
Cancer DNA signatures found in urine of 44 of 50 patients with kidney cancer |
| D11 |
Nabi Pharma update on Staph vaccine development |
| D11 |
MSH may be involved in obesity - diabetes link |
| D10 |
Datascope to enter dialysis market with thrombectory catheter |
| D10 |
Press reporting on MMF lupus study results from SUNY |
| D10 |
Company in India unveils low-cost CAPD system |
| D10 |
Undetermined muscle/bone pain linked to severe vitamin D deficiency |
| D10 |
Hyperglycemia in ICU patients associated with increased mortality risk |
| D10 |
Cystatin-derived peptide active against both resistant bacteria and some viruses |
| D09 |
Congress OKs drug reimportation from Canada with safety caveat |
| D09 |
Restless legs syndrome - tip of the iceberg? |
| D09 |
University of Illinois settles liver transplant waiting list case |
| D09 |
US government CME pilot targets diabetes management |
| D09 |
Bush signs Medicare reform bill into law |
| D09 |
Shire licenses Fosrenol (lanthanum carbonate) rights in Japan to Bayer |
| D09 |
Fresenius produces more than 50 million dialyzers in 2003 |
| D09 |
Am Soc Hematol Mtg: Abstract search page |
| D09 |
Am Soc Hematol Mtg: Daily newsletters |
| D08 |
Thalidomide-like drug useful in treating anemia of myelodysplastic syndrome |
| D08 |
Arch Int Med: Geriatrician-compiled list of meds to best avoid in the elderly |
| D07 |
MMWR: Diabetes among Hispanics in Los Angeles County |
| D07 |
Conjugated monoclonal antibody for prostate cancer gets FDA fast track status |
| D07 |
Is your coding on target? Compare yours vs. benchmark profiles. |
| D07 |
Sample letters to patients that a physician no longer wants to treat |
| D07 |
Donor cell infusion reduces need for rejection drugs |
| D06 |
DHEA may increase number of plaque-forming foam cells, upping CV risk |
| D06 |
Cutting medical errors means systems, money |
| D06 |
Tort crisis in U.S. spreading; shows few signs of abating |
| D06 |
Ebay removes ad posted by a donor offering a kidney for sale |
| D06 |
Some U.S. flu shot makers run out of vaccine; nasal still available |
| D06 |
More on the debate ongoing in the UK on compensating organ donors |
| D06 |
Handwashing stabilizes, even slightly reduces, superbug infection rate in UK |
| D05 |
Nabi's Staph vaccine may be a blockbuster |
| D04 |
Can statins cause amnesia? |
| D04 |
Multiple myeloma causing progenitor stem cell identified |
| D04 |
Early SARS vaccine prototype induces antibodies in animals |
| D04 |
Novel strategy to prevent transplant rejection |
| D03 |
NKF: K/DOQI bone metabolism guidelines now on-line |
| D03 |
E. Coli O157 apparently spread by sawdust from exhibition hall rafters |
| D03 |
UK doctors debate permissibility of paid organ donation |
| D02 |
DaVita acquires kidney dialysis units in Nebraska and Iowa |
| D02 |
Nurse gets probation in alleged mercy killing of dialysis patient |
| D02 |
Hemoglobin-based substitute shows promising early results |
| D02 |
Revimid, a thalidomide derivative, may benefit multiple myeloma patients (PDF) |
| D01 |
Quality of care questioned for dialysis patients |
| D01 |
RSNA 2003: Cutting balloon angioplasty to treat dialysis access stenosis |
| D01 |
Estrogen plays a key role in megakaryocytes in promoting formation of platelets |
| D01 |
RSNA: Multi-detector CT urography finds tiny cancers of kidney, bladder |
| D01 |
RSNA meeting: New standards proposed for coronary artery calcium screening |
| D01 |
Ionization of air might help reduce ICU airborne infection risk |
| D01 |
Wisconsin legislature considering bill to provide tax breaks for organ donors |
| D01 |
Apheresis for hypercholesterolemia in the news in the UK |
| D01 |
Rasburicase works to limit uric acid increase after treatment of lymphoma |
| N30 |
Flu epidemic has arrived early in North America this year |
| N30 |
Home becomes boys kidney dialysis unit |
| N30 |
ANNA: Discover nephrology
nursing |
| N29 |
Keryx announces sulodexide open access research collaboration with
U. Mich. |
| N29 |
Mourning being offered kidneys by strangers; his plight may help
others |
| N29 |
Criticism stuns
millionaire kidney donor |
| N29 |
UK researchers develop new class of anti-BPH drug - a Rho-kinase
inhibitor |
| N28 |
VRSA linked to plasmid transfer of vancomycin resistance from Enterococcus |
| N28 |
Ultraviolet light on A/C condenser coils can cure sick building
syndrome |
| N28 |
Cleveland Clinic researchers identify heart attack gene |
| N28 |
J&J
suspends trial of Procrit in cancer patients due to increased
clotting |
| N28 |
Infections found at several Southern California dialysis units |
| N28 |
Aging-related muscle loss, atrophy linked to paucity of satellite
cells in mice |
| N26 |
FDA labeling change for lovastatin re myopathy / liver function |
| N26 |
FDA labeling change for simvastatin re myopathy / rhabdomyolysis |
| N26 |
U.S. physician board recertification gets tougher |
| N26 |
75-year old gun-toting dialysis
patient in Wichita jailed for threats |
| N25 |
Yacon root from Peru holds out hope for diabetics, dieters |
| N25 |
Physician assistant numbers increasing steadily in the U.S. |
| N25 |
Qualitative HDL cholesterol test (pro- or anti-inflammatory) predicts
CV risk |
| N25 |
U.S. Senate passes 400
billion Medicare reform bill with drug benefit |
| N24 |
Inspector general investigating VA research funding procedures under
Dr. Wray |
| N24 |
Medicare drug bill heads towards passage |
| N24 |
American Kidney Fund makes Forbes magazine list of 10 best charities |
| N24 |
Alonzo Mourning leaving
NBA; cites kidney ailment |
| N23 |
Steroid-sparing immunosuppression for solitary islet transplantation |
| N23 |
Cinnamon
improves glucose and lipids in patients with type 2 diabetes |
| N22 |
Ultrafiltration and Beyond: ISHD symposium, San Antonio, TX; Feb
7th, 2004 (PDF) |
| N22 |
NLM-NCBI
unveils full text searchable library of science books |
| N21 |
Can GLP-1 heal ailing pancreatic beta cells? |
| N21 |
Leafy veggies
and herbs grown in urban gardens contaminated with lead |
| N20 |
Carlos Del Salto to take over Baxter Renal Division from Al Heller
in January |
| N20 |
NKF screens 10,000th patient in Washington DC area for CKD |
| N20 |
Biofilm antibiotic resistance may be susceptible to a genetic approach |
| N20 |
T-type calcium channels involved in coronary relaxation |
| N20 |
Bayer raf kinase inhibitor drug shows promise against kidney cancer |
| N20 |
New test for early detection
of SARS |
| N18 |
Transonics
sues Fresenius for patent infringement over access blood
flow method |
| N17 |
Soy supplements cut sexual behavior in rats |
| N17 |
Kidney failure linked to patients with severe gout and uromodulin
gene defect |
| N17 |
ASN: Debate on payments to potential kidney donors: Yes or No? |
| N17 |
Macugen may help slow "wet" form of macular degeneration |
| N17 |
Human
tests of hepatitis C vaccine to begin in St. Louis |
| N15 |
Amgen gets FDA priority review for cinacalcet; positive results
shown at ASN |
| N15 |
ASN: Kidney disease in African Americans, diabetes, linked to two
chromosomes |
| N15 |
ASN: Heavy use of aspirin or acetaminophen associated with ESRD |
| N15 |
Spleen
cells can develop into pancreatic islet cells in adult
animals |
| N14 |
Criminalization of fatal medical mistakes |
| N14 |
Northern Michigan nurses strike enters second year |
| N14 |
Baxter
announces launch of CKD research program |
| N13 |
Peritoneal dialysis nurse resource guide from ANNA (PDF) |
| N13 |
AHA: Cholesterol - how low should you go? |
| N13 |
Guinness ale may reduce risk
of blood clotting |
| N13 |
Genzyme calls for research proposals fror renal innovations program |
| N12 |
AHA
Scientific Sessions: Daily newspaper Wednesday Nov 12 |
| N12 |
Methanol-spiked punch in teen prank leads to dialysis for partygoers |
| N12 |
CREB acts through PPAR to regulate fat storage by the liver. |
| N12 |
MRI elastography a new tool for evaluating muscles (cramps on dialysis,
anyone?) |
| N11 |
Medicare formula spells pay cut of 4.5% for docs in 2004 |
| N11 |
GAO report highlights (PDF) |
| N11 |
Here is the GAO report critical of dialysis units (PDF) |
| N11 |
AHA Scientific Sessions newspaper: Tuesday Nov 11 (PDF) |
| N11 |
Most clinical study patients don't care about physician conflicts
of interest |
| N11 |
Mayo researchers evaluate modified Atkins high saturated fat and
low starch diet |
| N11 |
Tetrahydrobiopterin, an NO co-factor, may be novel anti-hypertensive
agent |
| N11 |
Apoptosis of endothelial cells linked to heart risk in lupus patients |
| N10 |
RPA: New dialysis doc payment guidelines may hurt home, rural patients
(PDF) |
| N10 |
AHA Meeting Sessions daily newspaper: Monday, Nov 10 (PDF) |
| N10 |
AHA Meeting Sessions daily newspaper: Sunday Nov 09 (PDF) |
| N10 |
Vasopressin
blocker tolvaptan reduces fluid overload in congestive
heart failure |
| N08 |
GAO report
critical of dialysis unit care |
| N07 |
Protein map shows just what fruit fly genes do |
| N07 |
AAKP calls for Dialysis Quality Commission in response to GAO report |
| N07 |
Mutations in ferroportin gene can cause primary iron overload |
| N07 |
DCA dialysis chain reports Q3 results |
| N07 |
Roche
CERA anemia drug shows good results, but patent issues
remain |
| N06 |
Aksys reports Q3 results |
| N06 |
Sirtuins
linked to longevity effect of low-calorie diet |
| N05 |
AAKP comments on proposed new CMS dialysis doc payment scheme |
| N05 |
New CMS physician fee schedule for 2004 |
| N05 |
Renal
care group appoints new CFO and Executive VP |
| N05 |
Davita stock performing well, but investigation of billing practices
looms. |
| N05 |
Fresenius
reports Q3 income |
| N05 |
Some Clostridium and Proteus bacteria survive in slag dumps where
pH = 12.8 |
| N05 |
Debate about raising the RDA for vitamin D amid widespread deficiency |
| N05 |
New bone formation seen in osteoporotics treated with PTH |
| N05 |
Worried about prostate cancer? Eat pizza (low Na, low fat type,
of course). |
| N05 |
UCLA Subjective Global Assessment
website updated |
| N04 |
Injected
megaHDL rapidly improves atherosclerosis in people |
| N03 |
Medicare payment for Amgen's Aranesp to rise |
| N03 |
Iceland gene screen identifies BMP2 as important factor in osteoporosis |
| N03 |
GAD-2 gene linked to both obesity and type 1 diabetes mellitus |
| N03 |
Medicare announces
2004 physician fee schedule and payment policy changes |
| N01 |
Polysulfone membranes maintain their beta-2 clearance with peracetic
acid reuse |
| N01 |
Do you think restless leg syndrome is a dialysis-specific problem?
Guess again! |
| N01 |
Another way to low carb: high fat (almonds) leads to enhanced weight
loss |
| N01 |
Peer review immunity provision in HCQIA withstands challenge in
court |
| N01 |
Ohio hospitals organize living unrelated donor registry |
| N01 |
FDR
had Guillain-Barre syndrome, not polio |
| O31 |
Hospitals shifting to private label products for their supplies
to save money |
| O31 |
Amino acid PD solution impairs forearm vasodilatation |
| O31 |
Liquid putty used to treat cerebrovascular aneurysms |
| O31 |
Jak-3 inhibitor being developed
as new immunosuppressant drug |
| O30 |
John Risfelt new president of Gambro products |
| O30 |
FDA: Early thrombosis warning of Cordis Cypher coronary stents |
| O30 |
NEJM: Ximelagatran
as good as warfarin in preventing DVT |
| O29 |
Arizona appellate court rules that immigrants not eligible for dialysis
funds |
| O29 |
Blindness in children on PD reported; believed due to ischemic optic
neuropathy |
| O29 |
Quebec company developing rapid, 1 hour screening test for MR Staph
aureus |
| O29 |
Resveratrol red wine antioxidant lowers inflammatory mediators in
COPD |
| O29 |
Renal Care Group Q3 profits up 9% |
| O29 |
Some dialysis patients do recover kidney function |
| O29 |
Alonzo Mourning making a comeback despite having CKD |
| O29 |
Glycemic index gaining acceptance as useful dietary tool |
| O29 |
Aspirin
withdrawal may pose risks to coronary patients |
| O28 |
Renal Research Institute awarded 1/3 Clinical Centers to study more
frequent HD |
| O28 |
Lowering blood pressure immediately after a stroke can be harmful |
| O28 |
TNF alpha linked to photosensitivity in lupus |
| O28 |
AMA Board of
Trustees' guidance on internet prescribing |
| O27 |
FDA issues guidance
on antibiotic use in animal feed to help stem resistance |
| O25 |
Mycophenolate
lupus trial results reported at Am Coll Rheumatology meeting |
| O24 |
Coping with clinical uncertainty |
| O24 |
The Connected Physician: A technology update (from Medical Economics) |
| O24 |
8th Congress of the Arab Soc Nephrol. Feb 2004, Sharm El Sheikh,
Egypt |
| O24 |
Asahi Kasei to triple output of artificial kidney devices |
| O24 |
Experimental hantavirus vaccine shows promise |
| O24 |
RNA polymerase inhibition leads to new class of antibiotic |
| O24 |
Inhibition of insulin pathways in worms increases longevity to 500-worm
years |
| O24 |
Astra Zeneca fights back
vs. Lancet re Crestor (rosuvastatin) efficacy |
| O23 |
Lancet criticizes AstraZeneca over marketing campaign for new statin |
| O23 |
Inactivation of oral antibiotics in the large bowel minimizes gut
flora changes |
| O23 |
Powdered artificial blood given to patients - just add water |
| O23 |
MHC chromosome 6
mapped; 1557 active genes identified |
| O22 |
Clot retreiving wire holds promise for treating acute stroke |
| O22 |
European Union plans crackdown on organ trade |
| O22 |
Lactobacillus - vaccine combination lowers toxigenic E. Coli prevalence
in cows |
| O22 |
Amgen Q3 profits rise on increased sales of Epogen and Aranesp |
| O22 |
Dendritic
cell organelle regulates immune system responses |
| O21 |
FDA medwatch safety labeling changes (incl. lisinopril, enoxaparin) |
| O21 |
New drug proves helpful
in treating long-term insomnia |
| O20 |
Aksys to hold conference call
Tuesday Oct 21 to discuss 2004 guidance |
| O20 |
Aksys signs agreement with Gambro to place the PHD machine in US
Gambro units |
| O19 |
Computer crime in the health care field: 2003 survey results |
| O19 |
More physicians are fighting frivolous lawsuits |
| O19 |
Physician? Your practice patterns are being watched by health plans. |
| O19 |
Dreams for a National
Health Museum are taking shape |
| O19 |
US
prescription drug system under attack |
| O18 |
A
calorie is a calorie is a calorie: NOT! Vindication of
Atkins? |
| O17 |
Medical privacy law creates widespread confusion |
| O17 |
MRSA infections in correctional facilities |
| O17 |
AJM: Drug promotion, rather than study publication, influences usage
patterns |
| O17 |
Might gender-related liver differences explain differing sensitivity
to uremia? |
| O17 |
Nitric
oxide blocks exocytosis, thereby preventing inflammation |
| O16 |
Altered TUG tethering of GLUT4 transporter a factor in insulin resistance |
| O16 |
Baxter
earnings off; bioscience growth slows |
| O15 |
NEJM: Autoantibodies in soldiers years before clinical onset of
lupus |
| O15 |
Supersized
cholesterol carriers the key to a long life? |
| O14 |
Wall Street Journal examines use of asset protection trusts by physicians |
| O14 |
Flagstaff
pediatrician donates kidney to whoever needs it. |
| O13 |
Androgens and other EPO alternatives to treat ESRD anemia |
| O13 |
Controversies in the treatment of hyperkalemia |
| O13 |
Doctor establishes cash only practice based on email and phone contacts |
| O13 |
More evidence that
low carb diets seem to be working |
| O12 |
Former
SARS patients treated with steroids now have avascular
necrosis |
| O10 |
Nabi
plans to apply in Europe for Staph vaccine license by
end of 2004 |
| O09 |
Kaiser reverses its decision and agrees to pay for transplant for
HIV+ patient |
| O09 |
Nobel Prize in chemistry for unraveling structure of ion channels
and aquaporins |
| O09 |
Low sunlight exposure leading to vitamin D deficiency epidemic in
the U.S.? |
| O09 |
ASN Renal Week 2003 abstracts available
on-line |
| O08 |
Pfizer Inspra (epleronone) wins FDA approval to treat CHF |
| O08 |
Transonics
wins patent dispute with Hemametrics in Court of Appeals |
| O06 |
Lauterbur and Mansfield share Nobel prize for development of MRI |
| O06 |
HHS eases
interpreter mandate, but doctors must pay the bills. |
| O06 |
NJ basketball star
with FSGS on the rebound |
| O04 |
CMS posts new ESRD Information website |
| O03 |
CMS Memo S26: Hospital based units should bill using their own RDF
number |
| O03 |
Kolff and Scribner are potential Nobel laureates for this year |
| O03 |
Searchable database of human proteins unveiled |
| O03 |
Texas malpractice
vote to amend state constitution for noneconomic damage
cap |
| O02 |
Stroke risk not related to dietary fat intake in men |
| O02 |
Vital Therapies plans to develop acquired Liver Assist Device (ELAD)
technology |
| O02 |
FDA approves Renal Solutions new version of Redy sorbent cartridges |
| O02 |
Gastric
bypass surgery can improve or cure type 2 DM in the very
obese |
| O01 |
New K/DOQI guidelines on bone disease published as October supplement
in AJKD |
| O01 |
Hedge fund holdings continue to affect price of Aksys stock |
| O01 |
Medical Economics reports survey on US physician incomes |
| O01 |
Actor Danny
Glover raising kidney disease awareness |
| S30 |
Gene activation array study underlines systemic nature of scleroderma |
| S30 |
Researchers identify novel treatment for polycystic kidney disease
in animals |
| S30 |
Even leading hospitals can make big mistakes in patient care |
| S30 |
Icelander genetic screening identifies stroke-risk gene |
| S30 |
Hepatitis C virus found episodically in infected patient saliva |
| S30 |
Is red meat immunogenic? |
| S30 |
Satellite Healthcare awards 50 K research grants to 6 nephrology
professionals |
| S30 |
Organ donation awareness efforts considered in Israel |
| S30 |
Icelanders
find one gene that makes you fat or thin |
| S26 |
Nurse education level affects surgical patient mortality |
| S26 |
New cardiac inotropic hormone from coronary endothelium - apelin |
| S26 |
Low sodium diet has no adverse effect on blood lipids |
| S25 |
FDA approves Abiomed heart assist ventricle |
| S25 |
ESOT: Tacrolimus-based steroid sparing regimens show promise |
| S25 |
Kaiser denies kidney transplant to HIV-positive patient |
| S25 |
University hazing incident leads to acute renal failure |
| S25 |
New EU directives may complicate, limit collaborative trials in
Europe |
| S25 |
Improved
procurement could double supply of transplant organs |
| S23 |
ASN requests input in preparing response
to CMS over nephrologist fee schedules |
| S22 |
Mourning living with, fighting against, his kidney disease |
| S22 |
Disorder of ciliary transport linked to learning disabilities, obesity |
| S22 |
New ultrafiltration
device beneficial for congestive heart failure patients |
| S21 |
Home hot water heaters linked to Legionnaire disease bacterium |
| S21 |
NEJM early release: Alendronate may impair anabolic
effects of PTH |
| S19 |
Beta-blockers may inhibit entry of malaria parasites into red blood
cells |
| S19 |
Europeans question why industry funded trial of NAC for anemia was
stopped |
| S19 |
World Medical Association postpones modifications to Declaration
of Helsinki |
| S19 |
Azithromycin
of no help in secondary prevention of coronary events |
| S18 |
Cranberry juice may increase bleeding risk with warfarin |
| S18 |
NEJM: Herpesvirus 8 linked to primary pulmonary hypertension |
| S18 |
Hyperkalemia and creatinine increases on ACE-I: What should one
do? |
| S18 |
Time-averaged Hgb differs from predialysis Hgb - a more rational
EPO target |
| S18 |
Doctors' cell phone use may spread germs to patients |
| S18 |
Doctor's views of key importance in end-of-life decisions |
| S18 |
Zebrafish tail gene linked to red blood
cell formation |
| S17 |
Amgen expanding in a difficult economy |
| S17 |
Cost of Staph infections in ESRD
is high, says Staph vaccine maker |
| S16 |
CDC: Alcohol hand rubs and fire safety issues |
| S16 |
States enacting mandatory medical error reporting laws: Oregon's
version |
| S16 |
Calcium channel blockers affect iron transport into the heart |
| S16 |
Voricazole beats amphotericin B for life-threatening fungal infection |
| S16 |
Hot water pipes linked to Legionnaire's disease |
| S16 |
Cancer drug HDAC (histone
deacetylase) halts LVH in lab animals |
| S15 |
New devices
for glucose monitoring on the horizon |
| S14 |
Do statins have a primary role
in prevention? A conservative viewpoint |
| S12 |
FDA approves daptomycin, first in a new class of antibiotics |
| S12 |
Alberta dialysis nurses still complaining of mold in the unit |
| S12 |
Manganese
in hyperal solutions may be toxic |
| S10 |
Renal
Care Group set up home dialysis in Anchorage, Alaska |
| S09 |
Amgen submits new drup app to FDA for new calcimimetic Cinacalcet |
| S09 |
Ramoplanin is new drug against Staph and VRE colonization |
| S09 |
Amgen and Abarelix to cooperate on prostate drug |
| S09 |
Singapore reports new patient with mild case of SARS |
| S09 |
Smoking reduces monamine oxidase levels in the kidney and other
organs |
| S09 |
Saponins in red wine may account for some beneficial CV effects |
| S09 |
Thiazolidinediones
linked to heart failure in diabetic CKD patients |
| S08 |
Actor Danny Glover becomes spokesman for anemia treatment |
| S08 |
Amgen and Biovitrum to develop novel anti-diabetic compounds |
| S08 |
Vaccine
against autoimmune disease to be tested |
| S06 |
New Jersey docs stage job action protests against malpractice rates |
| S06 |
Coding
alert: How to fight bundling |
| S05 |
Gene study narrows
source of SARS to exotic animals |
| S04 |
Larry Rosen appointed as new CFO of Fresenius Medical Care |
| S04 |
NEJM:
Injection of PYY hormone cuts appetite by a third |
| S03 |
Register on-line for RPA coding and billing seminars |
| S03 |
RPA guidance on proposed CMS ESRD Demo project |
| S03 |
Chilli pepper receptors responsible for heart attack pain |
| S03 |
Saline dilution of blood during CA bypass surgery linked to kidney
damage |
| S03 |
CMS posts coding initiative edits on the internet |
| S03 |
ASN
requests letters to U.S. Senators to support NIDDK funding |
| S02 |
DNA-repair gene protects some smokers against lung cancer |
| S02 |
Mouse, stripped of SCD-1 gene, resists both obesity and diabetes |
| S02 |
Nurses from India flocking
to US in response to shortage |
| S01 |
Intracardiac autologous stem cell injection may eliminate need for
heart tx |
| S01 |
ESC: Perindopril lowers mortality in post-MI patients |
| S01 |
Abstract search page: Eur Soc Cardiol 2003 Meeting |
| S01 |
European Society of Cardiology meeting: Highlights and reports |
| S01 |
Nurse with ESRD lobbies Washington for Daily Dialysis Quality Act |
| A31 |
325 company websites available on VBOOTHS: Use the BY COMPANY drop
down menus. |
| A31 |
Caution urged for small practices tempted to squeeze through HIPAA
loophole |
| A31 |
More doctors go on-line for drug information |
| A31 |
Will handheld ultrasound devices replace the stethoscope? |
