Chronic Kidney Disease

Phosphate binders are not the only way to lower phosphorous levels in patients on dialysis with hyperphosphatemia, according to a speaker at the virtual Annual Dialysis Conference.

About one third of adults with diabetes has chronic kidney disease, making early detection and treatment of CKD important for improving health outcomes. However, many won’t know they have the disease until it has progressed.

About 60% of transplant centers in a recent survey reported that patients are not required to have COVID-19 vaccinations prior to surgery.

NBA All-Star Sean Elliott is partnering with Fresenius Kidney Care in March to raise awareness of kidney disease and highlight the importance of early detection, according to a press release.

Educating patients with chronic kidney disease as early as possible and reviewing the basics of kidney treatment can improve outcomes, according to a speaker at the virtual Annual Dialysis Conference.

Staff retention starts with successful recruitment, according to a speaker at the virtual Annual Dialysis Conference.

Medical device developer Diality Inc. announced the close of its $24 million Series B2 investment round, according to a press release.

With the proper support system, urgent-start peritoneal dialysis is feasible and cost-efficient, according to a speaker at the virtual Annual Dialysis Conference.

Utilizing decision aids before discussing treatment options gives patients with chronic kidney disease hope and improves patients’ motivation to treat the disease, according to a speaker at the virtual Annual Dialysis Conference.

Despite the logistical hurdles and required self-care, patients with kidney disease will find the benefits of home dialysis outweigh in-center hemodialysis, according to a speaker at the virtual Annual Dialysis Conference.