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December 24, 2024
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Popular nephrology-related Healio Exclusives of 2024

Popular nephrology-related Healio Exclusives of 2024

Healio has compiled a list of the most-read nephrology-related exclusive features in 2024.

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August 27, 2024
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Topical cannabis cream reduced itching significantly in adults with CKD-related pruritus

Topical cannabis cream reduced itching significantly in adults with CKD-related pruritus

A topical cream containing cannabis “significantly reduced the severity of itching” symptoms in patients with chronic kidney disease-related pruritus, according to published data.

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February 16, 2024
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Lower dialysate sodium ‘independently associated’ with mortality in adults on hemodialysis

Lower dialysate sodium ‘independently associated’ with mortality in adults on hemodialysis

Lower dialysate sodium concentrations may be “independently associated” with higher mortality in patients on hemodialysis, according to a multinational retrospective study.

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November 15, 2023
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FDA approves DefenCath for adults with kidney failure on chronic hemodialysis

FDA approves DefenCath for adults with kidney failure on chronic hemodialysis

The FDA has approved DefenCath, a catheter lock solution of taurolidine and heparin by CorMedix Inc., for adults with kidney failure on chronic hemodialysis, according to a press release.

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November 17, 2021
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FDA grants AstraZeneca fast track designation for the development of Lokelma

AstraZeneca has been granted fast track designation in the U.S. for the development of Lokelma, according to a company press release.

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November 05, 2021
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Phase 3 trial results of daprodustat show noninferiority to ESAs

The oral anemia drug daprodustat showed noninferiority to erythropoiesis-stimulating agents for achieving targeted hemoglobin levels and cardiovascular risk in patients with kidney disease on dialysis and not on dialysis, according to phase 3 data presented at ASN Kidney Week.

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December 02, 2019
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Patient care experience with in-center hemodialysis: How clinicians can assess and incorporate in their practice

In the past several years, patients’ experience of care has garnered significant attention within hospitals and health systems and is now increasing in importance and visibility within the dialysis community.