NephU is happy to celebrate our 4th anniversary! Download Resource Disclaimer: The information provided through NephU is intended for the educational benefit of health care professionals and others who support care for those with kidney disease and other related conditions. It is not intended as, nor is it a substitute for, medical care, advice, or professional diagnosis. Health care professionals should use their independent judgement when reviewing NephU’s educational resources. Users seeking medical advice should consult with a health care professional. June 2024 US .CORP.X.24.00162 ..read more

Kidney disease affects people of all ages across the lifespan, impacting both patients and families. This infographic will dive into the statistics of kidney disease across the lifespan spectrum. Download Resource Disclaimer: The information provided through NephU is intended for the educational benefit of health care professionals and others who support care for those with kidney disease and other related conditions. It is not intended as, nor is it a substitute for, medical care, advice, or professional diagnosis. Health care professionals should use their independent judgement when rev ..read more

Welcome to NephU’s Hot Topics in Nephrology Series featuring various experts in the field of nephrology. In this podcast series, thought leaders will share their expertise and perspectives on the latest developments and trends in the nephrology space. Did You Know? The National Kidney Foundation Spring Clinical Meeting takes place at the Long Beach Convention & Entertainment Center in Long Beach, CA May 14-18, 2024.1 SCM24 presents a unique opportunity for nephrology professionals to learn new developments related to all aspects of kidney care. It’s the only conference of its kind that f ..read more

Background: IgA nephropathy (IgAN) is the most common form of primary glomerulonephritis. It is characterized by the deposition of galactose-deficient IgA1 (Gd-IgA1) in the glomerular mesangium. The current understanding is that IgA nephropathy occurs due to a multi-hit mechanism, also known as the four-hit hypothesis. In addition, multiple observations support the role of APRIL in the pathogenesis of IgAN. Increased APRIL levels have been demonstrated in patients with IgAN and correlate with disease severity (proteinuria and eGFR) and increased expression of Gd-IgA1.1 Did You Know? Therapeut ..read more

This presentation is an overview of IgA Nephropathy (IgAN), the most common primary glomerular nephropathy worldwide.  During this presentation you will learn the clinical presentation, diagnosis, prognosis, and unmet treatment needs of IgAN.  You will then take a deep dive into the current understanding of IgAN pathogenesis including the four hit cascade and the key role B-cells and APRIL (A PRoliferation-Inducing Ligand) play in driving disease progression. Request Presentation The post IgA Nephropathy: From Pathogenesis to Current Management appeared first on NephU ..read more

Welcome to NephU’s Hot Topics in Nephrology Series featuring various experts in the field of nephrology. In this podcast series, thought leaders will share their expertise and perspectives on the latest developments and trends in the nephrology space. Did You Know? In 2019 the Advancing American Kidney Health Initiative was signed into legislation with the overall goals to reduce the risk of kidney failure, improve access to and quality of patient-centered treatment options, and increase patient access to kidney transplants1. The overall utilization of home dialysis increased from 13.7% in 2 ..read more

Climate change is a long-term shift in temperature and weather patterns and though a natural occurrence, for the last 200 years, human activity has been the primary driver of global warming.1 The extreme weather, heat exposure and air pollution can increase morbidity and mortality for patients with chronic medical conditions, including kidney disease.2 Climate change has also been linked to worsening mental health resulting from environmental disasters that lead to forced migration. Underserved patients are especially affected, including communities of color, low-income communities ..read more

Welcome to NephU’s Hot Topics in Nephrology Series featuring various experts in the field of nephrology. In this podcast series, thought leaders will share their expertise and perspectives on the latest developments and trends in the nephrology space. Background: NephU hosts veteran nephrology writer and editor Mark Neumann to discuss the status of recent efforts to improve organ procurement in the United States. Did You Know?               Data from the Organ Procurement and Transplantation Network showed another increase ..read more

Welcome to NephU’s Hot Topics in Nephrology Series featuring various experts in the field of nephrology. In this podcast series, thought leaders will share their expertise and perspectives on the latest developments and trends in the nephrology space. Background: NephU hosts veteran nephrology writer and editor Mark Neumann to discuss two important issues for the NephU community coming from the March Medicare Payment Advisory Commission, or MedPAC, report: recommendations for payment to nephrologists and to the bundled payment rate for dialysis providers. Did You Know?     ..read more

This infographic provides a breakdown of some nutritional information to consider for patients receiving dialysis. Download Resource Disclaimer: The information provided through NephU is intended for the educational benefit of health care professionals and others who support care for those with kidney disease and other related conditions. It is not intended as, nor is it a substitute for, medical care, advice, or professional diagnosis. Health care professionals should use their independent judgement when reviewing NephU’s educational resources. Users seeking medical advice should consul ..read more