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Nephrology
Cohort
Standardized sonographic parameters POV and PVD show association with chronic injury in kidney transplant dysfunction
Can an ultrasound scan spot hidden damage in a transplanted kidney?
A retrospective single-center cohort study of 350 kidney transplant biopsies found that standardized sonographic parameters POV and PVD were…
Two ultrasound measurements linked to kidney scarring could help doctors spot damage in transplants without invasive biopsies.
Frontiers
Apr 1, 2026
Nephrology
Sys. Review
NGAL biomarker shows promise for AKI detection and peritoneal dialysis-related peritonitis management
Review finds NGAL biomarker shows promise for detecting kidney injury and infection
A narrative review suggests neutrophil gelatinase-associated lipocalin (NGAL) has significant promise for early acute kidney injury detectio…
A new protein marker shows strong promise for early detection of sudden kidney injury and dangerous infections in dialysis patients.
Frontiers
Apr 1, 2026
Nephrology
Sys. Review
Narrative review describes inflammatory and lipotoxicity mechanisms in obesity-related chronic kidney disease
Review explores how obesity may harm kidneys through inflammation and fat toxicity
A narrative review examines inflammatory and lipotoxicity mechanisms in patients with obesity-related chronic kidney disease (Ob-CKD).
Obesity harms kidneys through inflammation and fat buildup, causing scarring and damage in people with chronic kidney disease.
Frontiers
Apr 1, 2026
Nephrology
Case report: Liver transplant recipient on dialysis for over 10 months recovered kidney function
Can a transplanted liver help a failing kidney recover after months on dialysis?
A case report describes a single liver transplant recipient with pre-transplantation acute kidney injury attributed to hepatorenal syndrome …
A patient on dialysis for over 10 months recovered kidney function after a liver transplant, challenging the belief that long-term dialysis …
Frontiers
Mar 31, 2026
Nephrology
Phase IV
Atorvastatin evaluated for dyslipidemia in children with steroid-sensitive nephrotic syndrome
Can a common cholesterol drug protect children's hearts and kidneys from a hidden danger?
A quasi-experimental study of 100 children aged 8-18 years with steroid-sensitive nephrotic syndrome and dyslipidemia evaluated the effectiv…
A common cholesterol drug called atorvastatin may help children with kidney disease reach safer heart and blood fat levels when diet alone i…
CT.gov
Mar 30, 2026
Nephrology
Phase III
TRACK trial to assess low-dose rivaroxaban for MACE in advanced CKD/dialysis patients
Can a low-dose blood thinner protect people with advanced kidney disease from heart attacks and strokes?
The TRACK trial is a global, quadruple-blind, placebo-controlled phase 3 study evaluating low-dose rivaroxaban (2.5 mg) for reducing major a…
A new global study tested whether a low-dose blood thinner safely protects people with advanced kidney disease from heart attacks and stroke…
CT.gov
Mar 30, 2026
Psychiatry
Chinese CKD Stage 5 HD patients report ~13 symptoms; symptom distress negatively correlates with QoL
What's the biggest struggle for people on dialysis? It's not just physical symptoms — it's worry and sleepless nights
A multi-center cross-sectional study of Chinese CKD Stage 5 patients on hemodialysis found patients reported an average of 13 symptoms, with…
People on dialysis in China face severe worry, sexual problems, and sleepless nights, with more symptoms directly lowering their quality of …
Frontiers
Mar 30, 2026
Nephrology
Phase II
Phase 2 Study Evaluates Abatacept for Kidney Transplant Recipients
Could a new biomarker improve kidney transplant outcomes for patients?
A Phase 2 study is recruiting 800 kidney transplant recipients to assess HLA-DR/DQ mMM scores as prognostic biomarkers.
A new kidney transplant biomarker could predict complications, while a follow-up trial tests if switching to abatacept improves function and…
CT.gov
Mar 28, 2026
Nephrology
Phase II
Phase 2 Study Evaluates Frexalimab, Brivekimig, Rilzabrutinib in FSGS and MCD
Could New Treatments Help Those Struggling with Kidney Disease?
A Phase 2a trial is assessing frexalimab, brivekimig, and rilzabrutinib for reducing proteinuria in FSGS and MCD. Primary outcome is the per…
New kidney treatments aim to reduce urine protein and improve daily life for patients with FSGS or minimal change disease.
CT.gov
Mar 27, 2026