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Genetics are one factor that plays a significant role in the development of kidney disease. Genome-wide association studies (GWAS) have identified several hundred genes that are associated with kidney diseases. Therefore, genetic testing may play a crucial role in the management of kidney disease patients.
The majority of risk factors for CKD are related to lifestyle factors or conditions related to lifestyle disease. Exercise is an intervention that has the ability to positively impact a large number of those risk factors.
Association of Physical Activity and Poor Health Outcomes in Patients With Advanced CK Here, it was found that physical activity can improve outcomes for kidney patients. Higher level of physical activity was associated with 52% reduction in all cause mortality in advanced CKD patients. This is better than any medication that we know. See the…
Current evidence suggests that genetics play a role in the development of kidney disease. Common genetic disorders associated with kidney disease include polycystic kidney disease, Alport’s Syndrome and Fabry’s disease. In this blog, we will detail the benefits of broad-panel genetic testing in kidney disease management.
The latest in kidney news and research for March 2021.
Although there has been a considerable reduction in lead exposure over the last few decades, low level exposure is still common, globally. How does lead exposure affect kidney health?
The latest in kidney news and research for February 2021.
This blog is an intro into a series of blogs discussing the genetics of chronic kidney disease (CKD). A significant advance in kidney disease
Yoga & meditation impact conditions like diabetes & hypertension. Here we discuss benefits of yoga and meditation for kidney health.
Chronic kidney disease (CKD) is associated with accumulation of waste products. These uremic toxins come from multiple sources