Glioblastoma is a type of cancer that grows on the brain or spinal cord. It can form on the cells that create nerve cells, and while it tends to affect older adults, it can occur in patients of any age.…
A kidney transplant is a major surgery where surgeons remove a disease or dysfunctional kidney and replace it with a healthy donor kidney. In many cases, the doctors may leave the dysfunctional kidney in the body as long as it…
A kidney transplant is a procedure where a diseased or malfunctioning kidney is replaced with a healthy kidney that comes from a donor. The kidneys help filter toxins and remove them from the body. When they stop working properly, a…
Kidney is a bean shaped organ, the size of a fist, present in the back, just below the ribs. The kidneys play an important role in the healthy, normal functioning of the body. They are responsible for maintaining the concentration…
A urinalysis is a type of medical test used to measure or detect a variety of substances in your urine, such as byproducts of abnormal and normal cells, metabolism, bacteria, and cellular fragments. Your kidneys produce urine and filter waste…
A kidney biopsy, also known as a renal biopsy, is a medical procedure that collects kidney tissue for analysis. Often, your doctor will order a kidney biopsy so he or she can properly diagnose what type of kidney-related disease you…
Chronic kidney disease (CKD) is a condition that results in the loss of kidney function over time. It can develop a variety of ways, from high blood pressure and diabetes to obesity, inherited diseases, and more. It’s a persistent condition that…
Nephritic Syndrome is a an acute condition marked by inflammation of the kidneys. It has many underlying causes affecting both children and adults. Classically, there are three main features which are thought to define nephritic syndrome. The Nephritic Syndrome Triad Hematuria:…
Nephrotic Syndrome is a disease in which the kidney leaks too much protein. This occurs predominantly in children but can also affect adults. The disease has an incidence of 2 to 7 per 100,000 and a prevalence of 16 of 100,000…
What is a Nephrologist? A nephrologist is a medical professional who specializes in diagnosing and treating diseases and disorders that affect the kidneys. Nephrologists are often referred to as kidney specialists. Some nephrologists also do research that helps them learn…