Category Archives: Nephrology

High Blood Pressure in Pregnancy Linked to Circulation Problems Years Later


High blood pressure during pregnancy puts women at higher risk for a circulation problem years later known as peripheral arterial disease, a Mayo Clinic study shows. Peripheral arterial disease is a common circulatory problem in which narrowed arteries reduce blood … Continue reading

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Biomarkers Discovered for Early Risk Assessment of Acute Kidney Injury


A large number of hospitalized patients often develop acute kidney injury (AKI) even if they have no prior kidney-related illnesses. This is one of the most costly and deadly conditions that can affect critically ill patients. However, a recent Mayo Clinic study … Continue reading

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Kidney Stones Are More Common in the Summer


Written by Cindy Weiss Kidney stones affect approximately 3.8 million people in the U.S. each year, the number of cases is on the rise and they are especially more common in the summer. The stones are described as small, hard deposits of mineral … Continue reading

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Mayo Clinic Lauded as One of Nation’s Best Hospitals in U.S. News & World Report Rankings


Mayo Clinic ranked near the top of the 23rd U.S. News & World Report annual America’s Best Hospital list, earning the No. 3 overall spot on its “Best Hospitals” list. Mayo Clinic in Rochester also was rated best in the … Continue reading

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Vitamin D for Renal Disease


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


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


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


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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