Is a positive association between lead exposure and blood pressure supported by animal experiments?

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：PURPOSE OF REVIEW:There is increasing evidence that endothelin receptor blockade and, in particular, ET(A) receptor blockade not only confers protection against proteinuric renal disease in diabetes but also confers vasculoprotection. RECENT FINDINGS:Recent clinical trials using ET(A) receptor blockade in treating pro...

journal_title：Current opinion in nephrology and hypertension

authors： Jandeleit-Dahm KA,Watson AM

更新日期：2012-01-01 00:00:00

abstract：PURPOSE OF REVIEW:This review aims to describe the recent findings concerning novel Mg transporters as putative interesting players in renal transepithelial Mg transport. RECENT FINDINGS:So far, the best characterized Mg transport proteins are found in prokaryotes and yeast cells. In recent years, phylogenetic analysi...

journal_title：Current opinion in nephrology and hypertension

authors： Ferrè S,Hoenderop JG,Bindels RJ

更新日期：2011-03-01 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：:Recent advances in the genetics of hypertension include studies on localizations of many loci involved in blood pressure regulation in the rat, elucidation of the molecular mechanisms underlying monogenetic forms of hypertension, and studies of candidate genes in primary hypertension. Evidence that the angiotensinogen...

journal_title：Current opinion in nephrology and hypertension

authors： Lathrop GM,Soubrier F

更新日期：1994-03-01 00:00:00

abstract：PURPOSE OF REVIEW:This review provides an up-to-date understanding of how peroxisome proliferator activated receptor γ (PPARγ) exerts its cardioprotective effect in the vasculature through its activation of novel PPARγ target genes in endothelium and vascular smooth muscle. RECENT FINDINGS:In vascular endothelial cell...

journal_title：Current opinion in nephrology and hypertension

authors： Fang S,Sigmund CD

更新日期：2020-03-01 00:00:00

abstract：:The aquaporin water channels are expressed in various fluid-transporting epithelia. Physiological and genetic investigations have revealed that aquaporin channel-like intrinsic protein is expressed in numerous tissues, but its significance in water transport physiology is unclear. It has been shown that aquaporin-coll...

journal_title：Current opinion in nephrology and hypertension

authors： Fushimi K,Marumo F

更新日期：1995-09-01 00:00:00

abstract：PURPOSE OF REVIEW:The purpose of this review is to emphasize that single gene disorders are an important and sometimes unrecognized cause of progressive chronic kidney disease. We provide an overview of the benefits of making a genetic diagnosis, the currently available genetic testing methods and examples of diseases ...

journal_title：Current opinion in nephrology and hypertension

authors： Armstrong ME,Thomas CP

更新日期：2019-03-01 00:00:00

abstract：PURPOSE OF REVIEW:Insulin resistance is a known complication of end-stage renal disease that also appears to be present in earlier stages of chronic kidney disease (CKD). It is a risk factor for cardiovascular disease and an important potential therapeutic target in this population. Measurement of insulin resistance is...

journal_title：Current opinion in nephrology and hypertension

authors： Pham H,Utzschneider KM,de Boer IH

更新日期：2011-11-01 00:00:00

abstract：PURPOSE OF REVIEW:In light of the recent changes to the kidney allocation system (KAS) and the observed increase in the rate of transplantation of the highly sensitized kidney transplant candidate, the evaluation and care of this population is a timely topic. RECENT FINDINGS:In its first year, the new KAS has already ...

journal_title：Current opinion in nephrology and hypertension

authors： Kumar V

更新日期：2015-11-01 00:00:00

abstract：PURPOSE OF REVIEW:Fibrosis is an important biomarker of chronic kidney injury, and a powerful predictor of renal outcome. Currently, the only method for measuring fibrotic burden is histologic analysis, which requires a kidney biopsy in humans, or kidney removal in animal models. These requirements have not only hinder...

journal_title：Current opinion in nephrology and hypertension

authors： Hysi E,Yuen DA

更新日期：2020-11-01 00:00:00

abstract：PURPOSE OF REVIEW:Nitric oxide is a potent, endogenous vasodilator that regulates systemic blood pressure and renal function, among other functions. The bioactivity of nitric oxide is reduced by superoxide, a major reactive oxygen species. Overproduction of superoxide and other related reactive oxygen species resulting...

journal_title：Current opinion in nephrology and hypertension

authors： Araujo M,Welch WJ

更新日期：2006-01-01 00:00:00

abstract：PURPOSE OF REVIEW:Chronic allograft nephropathy has fallen into disfavor as a morphologic term to describe parenchymal scarring in the renal allograft, with a recommendation that this be replaced by the more descriptive term 'interstitial fibrosis and tubular atrophy'. However, neither term addresses the underlying cau...

journal_title：Current opinion in nephrology and hypertension

authors： Haas M

更新日期：2014-05-01 00:00:00

abstract：:Data suggest that ischemic renal disease secondary to atherosclerotic renal artery stenosis is a prevalent health problem. Atherosclerotic renal artery stenosis is a rapidly progressive process that can result in end-stage renal disease. Renal arteriography is the current diagnostic method of choice for the demonstrat...

journal_title：Current opinion in nephrology and hypertension

authors： Breyer JA,Jacobson HR

更新日期：1993-03-01 00:00:00

abstract：PURPOSE OF REVIEW:Nox-4 is a member of the NADPH oxidase (Nox) family of enzymes implicated in reactive oxygen species generation. Nox-4 is distributed in many tissues; however, its physiological functions remain poorly understood. In contrast to other Nox isoforms, it is unique in that it produces large amounts of hyd...

journal_title：Current opinion in nephrology and hypertension

authors： Thallas-Bonke V,Jandeleit-Dahm KA,Cooper ME

更新日期：2015-01-01 00:00:00

abstract：:Acute hypertension provokes a rapid decrease in proximal tubule salt and water reabsorption that increases the levels of sodium chloride at the macula densa, the error signal to increase arteriolar resistance to autoregulate renal blood flow and glomerular filtration rate, and contributes to pressure natriuresis. The ...

journal_title：Current opinion in nephrology and hypertension

authors： Magyar CE,McDonough AA

更新日期：2000-03-01 00:00:00

abstract：:The complex multifactorial inheritance pattern of systemic lupus erythematosus in various murine models has been dissected via both classic genetic analysis and the use of modern technologies in genomic manipulation. Current information suggests that lupus may be mediated by a multitude of genetic abnormalities that i...

journal_title：Current opinion in nephrology and hypertension

authors： Yim YS,Wakeland EK

更新日期：2001-05-01 00:00:00

abstract：PURPOSE OF REVIEW:Iron deficiency anaemia (IDA) is common and associated with fatigue, reduced quality of life and poorer clinical outcomes. Treatment with oral iron is often inadequate and international guidelines recommend intravenous (i.v.) iron as the preferred option for the treatment of IDA in certain clinical si...

journal_title：Current opinion in nephrology and hypertension

authors： Kalra PA,Bhandari S

更新日期：2016-11-01 00:00:00

abstract：PURPOSE OF REVIEW:This review will critically highlight the role of leukotrienes as mediators of renal diseases and drug nephrotoxicity. It will also discuss the recently identified mechanism of cysteinyl leukotrienes induction and action, and will propose clinical implementation of these findings. RECENT FINDINGS:Sin...

journal_title：Current opinion in nephrology and hypertension

authors： Rubinstein M,Dvash E

更新日期：2018-01-01 00:00:00

abstract：PURPOSE OF REVIEW:Studies of patients with tumors associated with osteomalacia (tumor-induced osteomalacia), X-linked hypophosphatemia (XLH) and autosomal-dominant hypophosphatemic rickets have provided important new insights into the identity and mechanisms of action of factors that play a role in controlling renal ph...

journal_title：Current opinion in nephrology and hypertension

authors： Kumar R

更新日期：2002-09-01 00:00:00

abstract：:The ability to record sympathetic nerve activity in conscious human subjects using intraneural microelectrodes (microneurography) has proven to be a powerful clinical research tool, which has shed new light on the pathophysiology of important blood pressure problems as exemplified in studies of patients with chronic r...

journal_title：Current opinion in nephrology and hypertension

authors： Hansen J,Victor RG

更新日期：1994-11-01 00:00:00

abstract：PURPOSE OF REVIEW:Inadequately controlled blood pressure is considered an important risk factor for both chronic kidney disease (CKD) progression and cardiovascular disease progression in CKD patients. Patients with CKD and hypertension are typically followed in primary care practice settings and blood pressure is not ...

journal_title：Current opinion in nephrology and hypertension

authors： St Peter WL,Farley TM,Carter BL

更新日期：2011-09-01 00:00:00

abstract：:The target hematocrit to be achieved when treating anemia in hemodialysis patients with erythropoietin is controversial. Current evidence-based recommendations suggest a target hematocrit range of 33% to 36%. Small studies suggest that normalization of hematocrit with erythropoietin may benefit hemodialysis patients i...

journal_title：Current opinion in nephrology and hypertension

authors： Murphy ST,Parfrey PS

更新日期：1999-09-01 00:00:00

abstract：:Calcitonin gene-related peptide (CGRP) is a recently discovered neurotransmitter that is extensively localized in fibers innervating vascular and endocrine systems. CGRP possesses potent vasorelaxant effects, and a role for this peptide in the regional regulation of blood flow has been suggested. Although pharmacologi...

journal_title：Current opinion in nephrology and hypertension

authors： Villarreal D,Reams G,Freeman R

更新日期：1994-07-01 00:00:00

abstract：:The cardinal feature of systemic lupus erythematosus is the formation of anti-nuclear antibodies. In recent years, it has become clear that the nucleosome is a major autoantigen that drives this T cell-dependent autoimmune response, as exemplified by the presence of nucleosome-specific T helper cells and the high prev...

journal_title：Current opinion in nephrology and hypertension

authors： Berden JH,Licht R,van Bruggen MC,Tax WJ

更新日期：1999-05-01 00:00:00

abstract：:Acute ischemic or toxic injury to the kidney induces alterations in the expression of many genes. Some of these molecular responses have been termed 'maladaptive' because they exacerbate the tubular damage induced by the initiating insult. Some maladaptive responses include alterations in the activity of nitric oxide ...

journal_title：Current opinion in nephrology and hypertension

authors： Lieberthal W

更新日期：1998-05-01 00:00:00

abstract：PURPOSE OF REVIEW:Patients with chronic kidney disease (CKD) have an increased risk of hyperkalemia that increases both short-term and long-term mortality. Historically, managing hyperkalemia has relied upon dietary modifications, augmentation of urinary potassium excretion and enhanced enteral potassium elimination. T...

journal_title：Current opinion in nephrology and hypertension

authors： Cowan AC,Gharib EG,Weir MA

更新日期：2017-05-01 00:00:00

abstract：PURPOSE OF REVIEW:Klotho is a transmembrane protein that acts as a co-receptor for fibroblast growth factor 23 (FGF23). Recent investigations have discovered the presence of Klotho in bone-forming osteoblasts and osteocytes. This review summarizes emerging literature on the roles of bone Klotho in mineral and bone meta...

journal_title：Current opinion in nephrology and hypertension

authors： Komaba H,Lanske B

更新日期：2018-07-01 00:00:00

abstract：PURPOSE OF REVIEW:Epithelial sodium channels mediate Na+ transport across high resistance, Na+-transporting epithelia. This review describes recent findings that indicate that epithelial sodium channels are activated by the proteolytic release of inhibitory peptides from the alpha and gamma subunits. RECENT FINDINGS:N...

journal_title：Current opinion in nephrology and hypertension

authors： Hughey RP,Carattino MD,Kleyman TR

更新日期：2007-09-01 00:00:00

abstract：PURPOSE OF REVIEW:Structural biology is one of the most informative disciplines available to biochemical research. It unites technologies that can reveal high-resolution (often atomic) details of the inner workings of biochemical systems. These insights are crucial for an understanding of basic life processes, such as ...

journal_title：Current opinion in nephrology and hypertension

authors： Machius M

更新日期：2003-07-01 00:00:00