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Lupus Nephritis
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Voclosporin Improves Renal Outcomes in Patients With Proliferative Lupus Nephritis with High Proteinuria
12/16/2024
Miranda Manier, BA
A phase 3 trial shows that adding voclosporin to mycophenolate mofetil and low-dose glucocorticoids leads to higher rates of complete renal response and faster reduction in proteinuria for patients with...
12/16/2024
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The Lupus Nephritis Classification System
11/26/2024
Jessica Ganga
There are six classes within the lupus nephritis classification system, which are based on kidney biopsy findings. Do you know each class of lupus nephritis? Take this quiz to test your knowledge!
11/26/2024
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Eric Gottlieb, MD, MS
Video
Estimated GFR With Cystatin C and Creatinine in Clinical Practice
11/20/2024
In this video, Eric Gottlieb, MD, MS, discusses the use of cystatin C vs creatinine to estimate glomerular filtration rate in diverse patient populations and how the use of cystatin C to estimate GFR can...
11/20/2024

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The Lupus Nephritis Classification System
11/26/2024
Jessica Ganga
There are six classes within the lupus nephritis classification system, which are based on kidney biopsy findings. Do you know each class of lupus nephritis? Take this quiz to test your knowledge!
11/26/2024
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When Treatment Poses a Danger
10/31/2024
Ann W. Latner, JD
A 63-year-old man with hepatitis C, cirrhosis of the liver, end-stage liver disease, renal failure, and congestive heart failure, was brought to the hospital by ambulance for complaints of weakness in his...
10/31/2024
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Alcohol and Chronic Liver Disease: What’s the Safe Limit?
09/28/2024
Alcohol use plays a significant role in liver-related deaths, but even small amounts can exacerbate chronic liver disease. Are you aware of the latest findings on alcohol and liver disease management? Take...
09/28/2024
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Complications of Nephropathic Cystinosis
08/09/2024
Nephropathic cystinosis is a rare disease that may lead to the development of other diseases and complications in patients. Do you know some of the complications that can develop in patients due to...
08/09/2024
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Additional Treatment For Primary Hyperoxaluria
06/05/2024
Several medications are routinely used to treat individuals with primary hyperoxaluria. However, additional interventions have also been used to preserve kidney function and prevent kidney stone formation...
06/05/2024

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Eric Gottlieb, MD, MS
Video
Estimated GFR With Cystatin C and Creatinine in Clinical Practice
11/20/2024
In this video, Eric Gottlieb, MD, MS, discusses the use of cystatin C vs creatinine to estimate glomerular filtration rate in diverse patient populations and how the use of cystatin C to estimate GFR can...
11/20/2024
Video
James Matera, DO
Video
The Histologic Classification of Lupus Nephritis
11/19/2024
James Matera, DO
In this video, James Matera, DO, discusses work-up over several years in a 25-year-old woman with lupus nephritis, including treatment approach considerations and the varying histologic classifications of...
11/19/2024
NUTRITION411: THE PODCAST, EP. 45
Snodgrass
NUTRITION411: THE PODCAST, EP. 45
Advanced Nutritional Strategies for Patients With Renal Disorders
10/25/2024
Lisa Jones, MA, RDN, LDN, FAND
In this podcast episode, Lisa Jones, MA, RDN, LDN, FAND, interviews Kimberly Snodgrass, RDN, LD, FAND, a renal care coordinator at Fresenius Medical Care, on advanced nutritional strategies that dietitians...
10/25/2024
Nutrition411: The Podcast, Ep. 44
Snodgrass
Nutrition411: The Podcast, Ep. 44
Navigating the Challenges of Dietary Management in Patients With Common Renal Conditions
10/17/2024
Lisa Jones, MA, RDN, LDN, FAND
In this podcast episode, Lisa Jones, MA, RDN, LDN, FAND, interviews Kimberly Snodgrass, RDN, LD, FAND, a renal care coordinator at Fresenius Medical Care, on how dietitians can effectively address some...
10/17/2024
Nutrition411: The Podcast, Ep. 43
Kimberly Snodgrass
Nutrition411: The Podcast, Ep. 43
Managing Key Nutrients in Patients With Renal Disease
10/14/2024
Lisa Jones, MA, RDN, LDN, FAND
In this podcast episode, Lisa Jones, MA, RDN, LDN, FAND, interviews Kimberly Snodgrass, a renal care coordinator at Fresenius Medical Care, on how dietitians can help patients with renal disease manage...
10/14/2024