Category Archives: Nephrology

Vitamin D for Renal Disease

August 10th, 2011 - 9:50 am

A commentary by Mayo Clinic Nephrologist Rajiv Kumar, M.D., in the current issue of the journal Kidney International suggests that Vitamin D may improve the treatment of renal disease. Dr. Kumar says that while larger clinical trials are needed, he … Continue reading →

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Mayo Clinic Named to U.S. News Best Hospitals List for 22nd Year

July 19th, 2011 - 6:03 pm

U.S. News & World Report has named Mayo to its annual list of “Best Hospitals” for the 22nd year. Hospitals included in the Honor Roll, such as Mayo, are part of a small group recognized for “breadth of excellence,” according … Continue reading →

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Mayo Clinic Study on Surgical Treatment of Kidney Tumors

May 12th, 2011 - 3:56 pm

Patients with small kidney tumors are more likely to be offered treatment options based on surgeons’ case volume and type of practice than on tumor characteristics, a Mayo Clinic study has found. Fellowship-trained surgeons who practice in academic medical centers … Continue reading →

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Limiting Blood Flow Interruption During Kidney Surgery Helps Avoid Chronic Kidney Disease

June 11th, 2010 - 8:39 am

Interrupting the blood flow for more than 20 to 25 minutes during kidney cancer surgery leads to a greater risk for patients developing chronic kidney disease, Mayo Clinic researchers have found. The team’s study was published today in the journal European … Continue reading →

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