The epidemiology of hypertension-related renal disease.

abstract：PURPOSE OF REVIEW:The imbalances in the activities of various components of the neurohormonal system that maintain renal homeostasis may have important implications in pathophysiology. This review aims to examine the evidence for disparities between angiotensin II and nitric oxide in acute and chronic kidney diseases. ...

journal_title：Current opinion in nephrology and hypertension

authors： Singh P,Deng A,Weir MR,Blantz RC

更新日期：2008-01-01 00:00:00

abstract：PURPOSE OF REVIEW:Disturbances in mineral metabolism are common among individuals with chronic kidney disease and have consistently been associated with cardiovascular and bone disease. The current review aims to describe the current knowledge of the genetic aspects of mineral metabolism disturbances and to suggest dir...

journal_title：Current opinion in nephrology and hypertension

authors： Robinson-Cohen C

更新日期：2020-07-01 00:00:00

abstract：:The characteristic structure of polarized proximal tubule cells is drastically altered by the onset of ischemic acute renal failure. Distinctive apical brush border microvilli disruption occurs rapidly and in a duration-dependent fashion. Microvillar membranes internalize into the cytosol of the cell or are shed into ...

journal_title：Current opinion in nephrology and hypertension

authors： Ashworth SL,Molitoris BA

更新日期：1999-07-01 00:00:00

abstract：PURPOSE OF REVIEW:Patients with chronic kidney disease (CKD) endure compromised health-related quality of life (HRQOL). Although the link between HRQOL and increased mortality in patients with end-stage renal disease (ESRD) is well documented, less is known about the relationship between CKD and HRQOL. This article rev...

journal_title：Current opinion in nephrology and hypertension

authors： Soni RK,Weisbord SD,Unruh ML

更新日期：2010-03-01 00:00:00

abstract：PURPOSE OF REVIEW:Skin autofluorescence (SAF) is a measure of the accumulation of advanced glycation end-products (AGEs) proposed to act as a marker of 'cumulative metabolic stress'. This article discusses mechanisms of AGE formation and reviews published literature on SAF as a biomarker and risk factor across the spec...

journal_title：Current opinion in nephrology and hypertension

authors： Viramontes Hörner D,Taal MW

更新日期：2019-11-01 00:00:00

abstract：:Cells in renal medullas are exposed to a high concentration of salt during antidiuresis. They adapt in part by accumulating myo-inositol, glycine betaine, taurine, and other amino acids by transporting them from the interstitial fluid. This transport is osmotically regulated by changes in transcription of the transpor...

journal_title：Current opinion in nephrology and hypertension

authors： Burg MB

更新日期：1997-09-01 00:00:00

abstract：PURPOSE OF REVIEW:Autonomic dysfunction is well recognized in chronic kidney disease. The baroreflex arc is an important component of the autonomic nervous system and influences vasodilatation and heart rate in response to information derived from baroreceptors located in the aorta and common carotid arteries. Appropri...

journal_title：Current opinion in nephrology and hypertension

authors： Chesterton LJ,McIntyre CW

更新日期：2005-11-01 00:00:00

abstract：:Overexpression of the cytokine transforming growth factor-beta has been identified as the key mediator of chronic progressive kidney fibrosis in experimental and human kidney diseases. The renoprotective effects of angiotensin II blockade and low-protein diets have recently been linked to downregulation of transformin...

journal_title：Current opinion in nephrology and hypertension

authors： Peters H,Noble NA,Border WA

更新日期：1997-07-01 00:00:00

abstract：PURPOSE OF REVIEW:There is currently a major debate on the mechanisms of albuminuria, and this review appraises recent studies in this area. RECENT FINDINGS:The traditional view of albuminuria is that it is the result of damage to an essentially impermeable glomerular barrier. However, over the years, critical evidenc...

journal_title：Current opinion in nephrology and hypertension

authors： Comper WD,Russo LM

更新日期：2009-07-01 00:00:00

abstract：:This article reviews the current state of knowledge concerning cyclosporine A-induced hypertension after heart transplantation, its pathophysiology and management. The hypothesis is presented that a common molecular mechanism mediates both the immunosuppressive and the hypertensive actions of cyclosporine. The calcium...

journal_title：Current opinion in nephrology and hypertension

authors： Sander M,Victor RG

更新日期：1995-09-01 00:00:00

abstract：:Chronic renal disease evolves to end-stage renal failure through events, including enhanced intraglomerular pressure and plasma protein ultrafiltration, mediated at least in part by angiotensin II. Angiotensin-converting enzyme inhibitors reduce intracapillary pressure and ameliorate glomerular size-selective function...

journal_title：Current opinion in nephrology and hypertension

authors： Ruggenenti P,Remuzzi G

更新日期：1997-09-01 00:00:00

abstract：:Volume regulatory mechanisms are reviewed for both short- and long-term adaptation of renal cells to anisotonic media. Within minutes after exposure to hypotonic solutions a common feature of many renal cells is the increase in plasma membrane potassium and chloride conductances. Although extrusion of intracellular po...

journal_title：Current opinion in nephrology and hypertension

authors： Laprade R,Noulin JF,Lapointe JY

更新日期：1996-09-01 00:00:00

abstract：PURPOSE OF REVIEW:The association between dysbiosis and CKD is well established. This review focuses on the current understanding of microbiome, in normal individuals and CKD patients, in order to hypothesize how to correct uremic toxins levels and preserve the renal function and reduce associated comorbidities. Here w...

journal_title：Current opinion in nephrology and hypertension

authors： Caggiano G,Cosola C,Di Leo V,Gesualdo M,Gesualdo L

更新日期：2020-01-01 00:00:00

abstract：:Proteinuria (protein excretion > 300 mg/d) is an independent risk factor for the development of cardiovascular disease and renal failure. The finding of persistent proteinuria in otherwise asymptomatic patients often precedes the development of arterial hypertension and renal failure. When proteinuria is accompanied b...

journal_title：Current opinion in nephrology and hypertension

authors： Ruilope LM,Rodicio JL

更新日期：1993-11-01 00:00:00

abstract：PURPOSE OF REVIEW:Acute kidney injury (AKI) is a serious problem. Understanding an individual patient's risk profile may offer opportunities for prevention or early intervention. The aim of this review is to describe novel nontraditional risk factors. RECENT FINDINGS:The risk of AKI is determined by patient factors an...

journal_title：Current opinion in nephrology and hypertension

authors： Varrier M,Ostermann M

更新日期：2014-11-01 00:00:00

abstract：PURPOSE OF REVIEW:Recent data have highlighted the shortcomings of the usual blood pressure hypothesis in posthoc analyses of randomized controlled trials led in populations at high cardiovascular risk and have emphasized the importance of an increased visit-to-visit variability of blood pressure in predicting cardiova...

journal_title：Current opinion in nephrology and hypertension

authors： Rossignol P,Kessler M,Zannad F

更新日期：2013-01-01 00:00:00

abstract：PURPOSE OF REVIEW:Frailty is highly prevalent in the dialysis population and is associated with mortality. Recent studies have suggested that other dialysis outcomes are compromised in frail individuals. While we do not yet have a consensus as to the best measure of frailty, identification of these poor outcomes and th...

journal_title：Current opinion in nephrology and hypertension

authors： Sy J,Johansen KL

更新日期：2017-11-01 00:00:00

abstract：PURPOSE OF REVIEW:The gut-kidney axis plays a critical role in oxalate homeostasis, and better understanding of oxalate transport regulatory mechanisms is essential for developing novel therapies. RECENT FINDINGS:Oxalate potentially contributes to chronic kidney disease (CKD) progression, CKD - and end stage renal dis...

journal_title：Current opinion in nephrology and hypertension

authors： Alshaikh AE,Hassan HA

更新日期：2021-03-01 00:00:00

abstract：PURPOSE OF REVIEW:Epigenetic modifications are reversible changes to a cell's DNA or histones that alter gene expression but not DNA sequence. The present review will explore epigenomic profiling and bioinformatics techniques for the study of kidney development and disease. RECENT FINDINGS:Reversible DNA and histone m...

journal_title：Current opinion in nephrology and hypertension

authors： Wilson PC,Ledru N,Humphreys BD

更新日期：2020-05-01 00:00:00

abstract：PURPOSE OF THIS REVIEW:To discuss new insights regarding chronic antibody-mediated rejection (CAMR) and its progression to transplant glomerulopathy. We will describe the progression to transplant glomerulopathy from a histologic perspective and provide updates on what is known about its pathophysiology, prognosis, and...

journal_title：Current opinion in nephrology and hypertension

authors： Schinstock CA,Stegall M,Cosio F

更新日期：2014-11-01 00:00:00

abstract：:The present review considers the role that bisphosphonates might have in patients with renal failure. Although bisphosphonates are widely used to reduce fracture risk in patients with osteoporosis, few studies have documented their effect in patients with renal osteodystrophy. The pathogenesis of bone loss after renal...

journal_title：Current opinion in nephrology and hypertension

authors： Fan SL,Cunningham J

更新日期：2001-09-01 00:00:00

abstract：PURPOSE OF REVIEW:Calciphylaxis remains a poorly understood vascular calcification disorder with predilection for patients with end-stage renal disease (ESRD). Recent data from large patient registries and databases have begun to provide information regarding incidence, risk factors, and outcomes in patients with calci...

journal_title：Current opinion in nephrology and hypertension

authors： Nigwekar SU

更新日期：2017-07-01 00:00:00

abstract：:The immunosuppressants cyclosporine and FK506 (tacrolimus) are extremely potent inhibitors of T-lymphocyte activation. Recent studies have shown that these agents are actually prodrugs that become active only when bound to specific members of the cyclophilin or FK506 binding protein receptor gene families. The cyclosp...

journal_title：Current opinion in nephrology and hypertension

authors： Tocci MJ,Sigal NH

更新日期：1992-12-01 00:00:00

abstract：:Experimental animal models and cell culture techniques, highlighting the central role of glucose metabolism, have provided important insight into the pathogenesis of diabetic nephropathy. Microalbuminuria and other candidate phenotypic or genotypic markers for the early onset of disease are discussed. Management recom...

journal_title：Current opinion in nephrology and hypertension

authors： Mogyorósi A,Ziyadeh FN

更新日期：1996-05-01 00:00:00

abstract：PURPOSE OF REVIEW:To characterize the mechanism and clinical impact of the angiotensin-receptor blocker losartan on both renal uric acid handling and thereby serum uric acid. RECENT FINDINGS:Losartan effect on serum uric acid has been demonstrated at various stages of renal failure including most recently observations...

journal_title：Current opinion in nephrology and hypertension

authors： Sica DA,Schoolwerth AC

更新日期：2002-09-01 00:00:00

abstract：PURPOSE OF REVIEW:To clarify misconceptions about the feasibility and risks of peritoneal dialysis that unnecessarily limit peritoneal dialysis uptake or continuation in patients for whom peritoneal dialysis is the preferred dialysis modality. The inappropriate choice of haemodialysis as a result of these misconception...

journal_title：Current opinion in nephrology and hypertension

authors： Lee MB,Bargman JM

更新日期：2016-11-01 00:00:00

abstract：:The recognition that cell death in the myocardium is not only necrotic in nature but is also mediated by activation of the suicide program of myocytes has raised several questions concerning the magnitude of this phenomenon, and whether these two distinct forms of cell death are disease-dependent or coexist in the pat...

journal_title：Current opinion in nephrology and hypertension

authors： Anversa P,Olivetti G,Leri A,Liu Y,Kajstura J

更新日期：1997-03-01 00:00:00

abstract：PURPOSE OF REVIEW:The discovery of the extracellular calcium-sensing receptor, CasR has broadened our understanding of calcium homeostasis and led to the development of new pharmacological agents, calcimimetics, for treating hyperparathyroidism. In the present review, I discuss the function of CasR as well as provide e...

journal_title：Current opinion in nephrology and hypertension

authors： Quarles LD

更新日期：2003-07-01 00:00:00

abstract：:Ischemic heart disease is the major cause of death in dialysis patients. Efforts at coronary artery disease detection in end-stage renal disease patients have primarily focused on the cardiac evaluation of 'high-risk' renal transplant candidates. Despite their high cardiac risk, no data exist on the results of reperfu...

journal_title：Current opinion in nephrology and hypertension

authors： Herzog CA

更新日期：1997-11-01 00:00:00

abstract：:Several lines of evidence indicate a significant association between insulin and cardiovascular disease. This association might be explained by direct (cardio) vascular effects of insulin. Two hemodynamic actions of insulin are discussed in this review; it induces direct vasodilation in skeletal muscle and stimulation...

journal_title：Current opinion in nephrology and hypertension

authors： Tack CJ,Lenders JW,Goldstein DS,Lutterman JA,Smits P,Thien T

更新日期：1998-01-01 00:00:00