Is there an association of hepatitis B virus infection with minimal change disease of nephrotic syndrome? A clinical observational report.

abstract：BACKGROUND:Despite the effectiveness of intravenous calcitriol in suppressing parathyroid hormone secretion in patients with uremic hyperparathyroidism, 50% of the patients remain refractory to this treatment. There are conflicting reports regarding the factors that can predict the response to treatment. Technetium-99m...

journal_title：Renal failure

authors： Owda AK,Mousa D,Abdallah AH,Hawas FA,Al-Harbi W,Fedail H,At-Shoail G,Al-Sulaiman MH,Al-Khader AA

更新日期：2002-03-01 00:00:00

abstract：:To evaluate the efficacy of Silodosin as a medical expulsive therapy of ureteral stones, we searched PubMed, EMBASE, the Cochrane Library, and CBM up to June 2015. All randomized controlled trials (RCTs) were identified in which patients were randomized to receive Silodosin versus placebo or other therapies for ureter...

journal_title：Renal failure

authors： Ding H,Ning Z,Dai Y,Shang P,Yang L

更新日期：2016-10-01 00:00:00

abstract：:We studied gene expression for transforming growth factor (TGF)-alpha, epidermal growth factor (EGF), heparin binding (HB) EGF, and the EGF receptor following acute renal failure induced by mercuric chloride administration to gain insight into potential mechanisms of renal repair. Twenty four hours after HgCl2, 2 mg/k...

journal_title：Renal failure

authors： Hise MK,Liu L,Salmanullah M,Drachenberg CI,Papadimitriou JC,Rohan RM

更新日期：2000-01-01 00:00:00

abstract：BACKGROUND:The kidney is one of the prior damaged organs subjected to severe infection and sepsis shock. Our previous studies have shown that the normal mesenteric lymph (NML) obtained from healthy dogs could alleviate multiple organ injuries following endotoxic shock. In the current study, we further investigated the ...

journal_title：Renal failure

authors： Zhao ZG,Zhang LM,Song W,Du HB,Cui H,Niu CY

更新日期：2014-09-01 00:00:00

abstract：BACKGROUND:Despite the widespread availability of dialytic and intensive care unit technology, the probability of early mortality in critically ill patients with acute renal failure (ARF) is still high, and the evaluation of the patients' prognosis has been difficult. The Acute Physiology and Chronic Health Evaluation ...

journal_title：Renal failure

authors： Chen YC,Hsu HH,Kao KC,Fang JT,Huang CC

更新日期：2001-01-01 00:00:00

abstract：:Objective: To study the efficacy and safety of sustained low-efficiency diafiltration (SLEDf) versus hemodialysis (HD) for patients with wasp stings who developed stage III acute kidney injury (AKI). Methods: We retrospectively analyzed the clinical data of consecutive patients who developed AKI following wasp stings....

journal_title：Renal failure

authors： Deng YY,Shen JM,Mao YN,Gou R,Li WW,Ye TT

更新日期：2019-11-01 00:00:00

abstract：:A positive association between inflammation and chronic kidney disease (CKD) has been reported but the impact of hypertension on this relation remains unclear. The aim of this study is to investigate the association of various inflammation markers with risk of CKD in hypertensive patients. 387 hypertensive patients (m...

journal_title：Renal failure

authors： Xu TY,Zhang Y,Li Y,Zhu DL,Gao PJ

更新日期：2014-06-01 00:00:00

abstract：OBJECTIVE:In order to evaluate the clinical and pathological characteristics of diuretics associated acute kidney injury (AKI) and its management. METHODS:We performed a retrospective study including 131 cases that diagnosed as diuretics associated AKI from 1 January 1999 to 1 January 2010 in Ruijin Hospital affiliate...

journal_title：Renal failure

authors： Wu X,Zhang W,Ren H,Chen X,Xie J,Chen N

更新日期：2014-08-01 00:00:00

abstract：:We evaluated amount and composition of amino acids in supplementation of hyperalimentation from the standpoint of whether it may improve nutrition and/or reduce the indexes of uremia such as BUN. Rats with established uremia, by 5/6 nephrectomy, were treated with various isocaloric solutions containing different amoun...

journal_title：Renal failure

authors： Kikuchi T,Tanaka H,Kokuba Y,Sato M

更新日期：1994-01-01 00:00:00

abstract：:The study of urinary proteins is an important tool in the screening and diagnosis of patients with renal impairment. Quantification of total proteins, although useful, can provide only limited information. Gel electrophoresis of urine samples may provide more detailed information. ...

journal_title：Renal failure

authors： Behets GJ,De Broe ME

更新日期：1999-05-01 00:00:00

abstract：:Acetaminophen (APAP), also known as paracetamol, is the commonest cause of toxic ingestion in the world. Because overdose of APAP has life-threatening effects on kidney, treatment of APAP-induced nephrotoxicity has life-saving importance. Aim of the study was to evaluate the efficacy of medical ozone therapy in experi...

journal_title：Renal failure

authors： Demirbag S,Uysal B,Guven A,Cayci T,Ozler M,Ozcan A,Kaldirim U,Surer I,Korkmaz A

更新日期：2010-05-01 00:00:00

abstract：:Purpose: Typically, IgA nephropathy is a slowly progressive type of glomerulonephritis. High-grade proteinuria and hypertension are predictors of reduced kidney function. However, we found some normotensive patients with mild proteinuria could exhibit impaired renal function at the time of IgAN diagnosis. We therefore...

journal_title：Renal failure

authors： Tan M,Fang J,Xu Q,Zhang C,Zou G,Wang M,Li W

更新日期：2019-11-01 00:00:00

abstract：:Gentamicin-induced nephrotoxicity results in necrosis of proximal tubular epithelial cells. In mammals, the injured nephron can be repaired by migration and division of surviving cells. We examined this repair process in the fresh-water goldfish, Carassius auratus. Fish were given a single intraperitoneal injection of...

journal_title：Renal failure

authors： Reimschuessel R,Williams D

更新日期：1995-03-01 00:00:00

abstract：BACKGROUND:Acquired cystic kidney disease (ACKD) is a frequent complication in chronic hemodialysis (HD) patients and a risk factor for renal cell carcinoma. Online hemodiafiltration (HDF) provides better clearance of middle molecular weight solutes, but its effect on ACKD has not been investigated. MATERIALS AND METH...

journal_title：Renal failure

authors： Weng CJ,Chang MY,Chen YC,Tian YC,Fang JT,Yang CW

更新日期：2009-01-01 00:00:00

abstract：:Increased vascular calcification and oxidative stress are considered as extra renal risk factors at the pathogenesis cardiovascular events in chronic kidney disease (CKD). We investigated matrix Gla protein (MGP) (T-138C, Glu60X, Thr83Ala) and Klotho (Cys370Ser) gene polymorphisms, serum MGP levels, and oxidative stre...

journal_title：Renal failure

authors： Karsli Ceppioğlu S,Yurdun T,Canbakan M

更新日期：2011-01-01 00:00:00

abstract：:The role of the kidney in the control of blood pressure has been convincingly demonstrated by several studies. Recent evidence has suggested that subtle acquired tubulointerstitial injury may cause a defect in sodium excretion function, thus leading to salt-sensitive hypertension. There are no reports, however, examin...

journal_title：Renal failure

authors： de Magalhães Sartim R,Fantinato Menegon L,de Almeida AR,Rocha Gontijo JA,Aline Boer P

更新日期：2006-01-01 00:00:00

abstract：AIM:The aim of this study was to observe the effects of coupled plasma filtration adsorption (CPFA) on septic patients with multiple organ dysfunction syndrome (MODS). METHODS:A total of 14 patients were randomly divided into two groups, and, respectively, received 10 h of CPFA or high-volume hemofiltration (HVHF). Th...

journal_title：Renal failure

authors： Hu D,Sun S,Zhu B,Mei Z,Wang L,Zhu S,Zhao W

更新日期：2012-01-01 00:00:00

abstract：OBJECTIVES:Chronic kidney disease (CKD) is a major risk factor for cardiovascular disease (CVD). We previously reported renal parenchymal damage in autopsy subjects with stroke or abdominal aortic aneurysm. The aim of this study is to evaluate the relationship between renal histology and clinical characteristics of pat...

journal_title：Renal failure

authors： Niizuma S,Nakamura S,Ishibashi-Ueda H,Yoshihara F,Kawano Y

更新日期：2011-01-01 00:00:00

abstract：:The hallmark of the professional is continued development and expanded expertise based on acquisition of new knowledge and refinement of clinical skills. Medical knowledge acquisition is a key component of professional development for fellows in training as well as practicing physicians. New medical knowledge may be a...

journal_title：Renal failure

authors： Mahan JD,Ferris ME

更新日期：2010-01-01 00:00:00

abstract：:Kidney biopsy is an investigation for diagnosis and prognosis of a variety of nephritides. It also influences therapeutic options. Immunofluorescence (IMF) greatly adds in identifying the pathologies which may not be obvious on light microscopy (L/M), such as IgM, IgA nephropathy, pauci-immune glomerulonephritis, and ...

journal_title：Renal failure

authors： Ali A,Ali MU,Ali MA

更新日期：2011-01-01 00:00:00

abstract：:Herein we present one of the largest single-center reports of the response of hemodialysis patients to a two-vaccine hepatitis B virus vaccination protocol in a European dialysis population. A hepatitis B recombinant DNA vaccine, HBvaxPRO, was given at a dose of 40 µg intramuscularly using a four-dose schedule at 0, 1...

journal_title：Renal failure

authors： Brown CM,Donlon S,O'Kelly P,Casey AM,Collier C,Conlon PJ,Walshe JJ

更新日期：2011-01-01 00:00:00

abstract：BACKGROUND:Arteriovenous fistulae (AVFs) may remain patent after kidney transplantation (KTx), contributing to maladaptive cardiac remodeling. The flow in AVFs is associated with the diameter of its vessels and thus with the AVF location. The main objective of this study is to assess the influence of AVF location and i...

journal_title：Renal failure

authors： Letachowicz K,Bardowska K,Królicki T,Kamińska D,Banasik M,Zajdel K,Mazanowska O,Madziarska K,Janczak D,Krajewska M

更新日期：2021-12-01 00:00:00

abstract：AIMS:The use of hemodialysis temporary dual-lumen catheters is often complicated by infections, which may be a significant cause of death among patients with end stage renal disease (ESRD). The aim of this study was to assess the incidence of bacteremia and bacterial colonization related to non-tunneled, non-cuffed, du...

journal_title：Renal failure

authors： de Freitas LW,Neto MM,Nascimento MM,Figueiredo JF

更新日期：2008-01-01 00:00:00

abstract：:A growing body of evidence supports the notion that calcium antagonists exert a renal protective effect. Calcium antagonists may play an important future role in renal hemodynamics related to their reversal of renal vasoconstrictors. Calcium antagonists are also capable of blocking intracellular calcium overload induc...

journal_title：Renal failure

authors： Neumayer HH,Gellert J,Luft FC

更新日期：1993-01-01 00:00:00

abstract：:In various renal injuries, tissue damage occurs and platelet activation is observed. Recent studies suggest that some factors, such as serotonin, are released into microenvironment upon platelet activation following renal injury. In the present study, we aimed to investigate whether platelets and platelet-released ser...

journal_title：Renal failure

authors： Erikci A,Ucar G,Yabanoglu-Ciftci S

更新日期：2016-08-01 00:00:00

abstract：:Uremic patients are characterized by a "pro-arrhythmic substrate." Arrhythmia appearance during hemodialysis (HD) is an unexpected event with a high incidence of mortality and morbidity and difficult to record in patients repeatedly checked using electrocardiogram (ECG). Furthermore the carrying out of this important ...

journal_title：Renal failure

authors： Lacquaniti A,Donato V,Lucisano S,Buemi A,Buemi M

更新日期：2012-01-01 00:00:00

abstract：BACKGROUND:Cardiac valve calcification (CVC) and left ventricular (LV) alterations are frequent complication in end-stage renal disease (ESRD). We determined the prevalence of CVC and LV hypertrophy (LVH) in ESRD patients before renal replacement therapy and 12 months after peritoneal dialysis (PD). METHODS:A prospect...

journal_title：Renal failure

authors： Rebić D,Rašić S,Hamzić-Mehmedbašić A,Džemidžić J,Kurtalić E

更新日期：2015-01-01 00:00:00

abstract：BACKGROUND:Augmentation index (AIx) and pulse wave velocity (PWV) are early markers of atherosclerotic vascular changes and also have been shown to be predictive of cardiovascular disease and total mortality. The aim of our study was to evaluate the relationship between PWV and AIx-HR75, which is the corrected form of ...

journal_title：Renal failure

authors： Celik G,Demirci MS,Tumuklu M,Ascı G,Sipahi S,Toz H,Bascı A,Ok E

更新日期：2011-01-01 00:00:00

abstract：BACKGROUND:The kidney is a major site for the inactivation, degradation, and clearance of a variety of peptide hormones. It has been shown that the uremia increases or decreases gastrointestinal system (GIS) hormones. Moreover, studies investigating the serum GIS hormones levels in chronic renal failure (CRF) were cond...

journal_title：Renal failure

authors： Borazan A,Cavdar Z,Saglam F

更新日期：2007-01-01 00:00:00

abstract：:There is limited information on the incidence of acute kidney injury (AKI) in patients with traumatic brain injury (TBI) although AKI may contribute to morbidity and mortality. We investigated the incidence of AKI in patients with moderate and severe TBI and the association of AKI with risk factors and outcomes in the...

journal_title：Renal failure

authors： Moore EM,Bellomo R,Nichol A,Harley N,Macisaac C,Cooper DJ

更新日期：2010-01-01 00:00:00