Kidney-Failure Top Stories
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Cycling At Moderate Intensity Transforms Heart Health Of Patients With Kidney Failure: Study
Apr 10, 2021 09:09 ISTThe study explains that cycling at moderate intensity during dialysis can benefit and improve the heart health of patients with kidney failure. -
What Are The Symptoms Of Kidney Failure? Know Diagnosis And Treatment Options
Apr 5, 2021 10:26 ISTKidneys are responsible for filtering waste from the body. Kidney diseases can affect your health in various ways. Here are signs of kidney disease you must watch out for. -
World Kidney Day 2020: Know The Early Signs Of Kidney Failure, Causes And Treatment Options
Mar 11, 2020 04:47 ISTWorld Kidney Day: Did you know uncontrolled diabetes and high blood pressure can lead to kidney failure? Read here to know other causes of kidney failure and its early signs and symptoms. -
Nawaz Sharif On The Verge Of Kidney Failure: 7 Warning Signs Of Kidney Failure
Jul 23, 2018 01:20 ISTFormer Prime Minister of Pakistan, Nawaz Sharif is reportedly 'on the verge of a kidney failure and urgently needs to be transferred to a hospital. When less than 10% of your kidney remains functional, it is known as kidney failure. Watch out for these kidney failure symptoms. -
Have You Checked If Your Kidneys Are Working Fine?
Mar 7, 2018 05:57 ISTThe symptoms of kidney disease are usually silent so be cautious and get your tests done. Read more to find out. -
Breathing Dirty Air May Lead To Kidney Failure: Study
Sep 22, 2017 02:12 ISTAir pollution may increase the risk of chronic kidney disease, which can lead to the failure of the organ, a study has warned. -
Chronic Kidney Disease: Signs & Symptoms, Causes and High Risk Factors
Apr 3, 2017 01:29 ISTChronic kidney disease (CKD) is a disorder, where there is a progressive deterioration in kidney function. One in 10 persons in the general population is estimated to have some form of CKD. The exact incidence of CKD in India is not known. About 175,000 new people have kidney failure (stage V CKD) every year in India, requiring dialysis and/or kidney transplantation. -
Chronic Kidney Disease
Feb 15, 2017 06:20 ISTChronic kidney disease (CKD) is a disorder, where there is a progressive deterioration in kidney function. One in 10 persons in the general population is estimated to have some form of CKD. The exact incidence of CKD in India is not known. About 175,000 new people have kidney failure (stage V CKD) every year in India, requiring dialysis and/or kidney transplantation. -
Kidney Failure Patients On Dialysis At Early Death Risk
Jan 7, 2017 03:34 ISTKidney failure patients on dialysis may be at risk of dying prematurely, especially from cardiovascular causes, due to altered blood clots, a study has warned. -
Diabetic? Potassium-Rich Diets May Protect Kidney, Heart
Nov 13, 2015 12:35 ISTIf you are a diabetic, having diets rich in potassium may help you protect the heart and kidney health, says a new study. -
Depression linked to kidney failure risk
Apr 15, 2011 05:31 ISTDepression appears to increase the risk of kidney failure. Previous research has shown that depression is linked to adverse outcomes in dialysis patients. -
Marital status and kidney transplant
Dec 7, 2010 06:10 ISTPeople who get married appear to enjoy better health overall and may even be more likely to receive a kidney transplant when they need one. -
Doubling dialysis frequency helps patients
Nov 29, 2010 05:59 ISTKidney failure patients who double the number of weekly dialysis treatments typically prescribed tend to have significantly better heart function, overall health and general quality of life. -
Dialysis patients can live longer
Feb 23, 2010 10:14 ISTA new form of vitamin D, called paricalcitol, may help people with kidney failure live longer, according to recent research. -
Pain relievers and risk of kidney failure
Apr 6, 2005 02:59 ISTThe risk of developing kidney failure is increased among patients who use nonsteroidal anti-inflammatory drugs (NSAIDs).