Nephrology
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Hemodialysis Access and Age-Related Outcomes
Major Finding: Patients older than 68 years of age with radiocephalic fistulas had significantly increased central venous catheter days, more...
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Secondhand Smoke Increases Bladder Problems in Children
Major Finding: Half of children with moderate to severe bladder symptoms are exposed to secondhand tobacco smoke on a regular basis.Data Source:...
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Renal Failure Risk Is Key in Albumin for Spontaneous Bacterial Peritonitis
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Dipstick Proteinuria Predicts Acute Kidney Injury in Septic Patients
Major Finding: Dipstick proteinuria was found in 55% of patients who met the AKIN criteria for acute kidney injury, for a positive predictive...