Acute Kidney Injury (AKI) is a sudden onset of kidney damage or failure occurring over a short period, ranging from...
Sodium is an essential mineral that plays a crucial role in regulating fluid balance, nerve function, and muscle contraction in...
Your kidneys are an important part of your body. They filter toxins from your blood, remove wastes, and keep your...
Also known as hypertension, high blood pressure occurs when your heart has to work extra hard to push blood through...
In our last blog, we discussed the impact of various health conditions on your kidneys. We wanted to round out...
Durham Nephrology specializes in high blood pressure and chronic kidney disease, and in numerous past blogs, we’ve explained how interconnected...
Primary whole gland ablation results in good intermediate- to long-term oncologic and functional outcomes for patients with low- to intermediate-risk...
More than 9,000 Americans need new kidneys each year. That’s where kidney donations come in. Through donation, those with kidney...
Kidney donation is a selfless act that can save the life of someone in need. If you are considering becoming...
With a healthy diet, you can keep your heart and kidneys in optimal shape. It’s a simple way to reduce...
Nearly half of American adults are living with high blood pressure, which can lead to serious complications, such as stroke...
Recent studies provide valuable insights into the health of living kidney donors, including their future risk of chronic kidney disease...
