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CJKHD @cjkhd.bsky.social · 29/09/2026

Implementing mental health supports and resources for #dialysis patients via the #MindTheGap project. #KidneyCanada @umanitoba.bsky.social @csnscn.bsky.social Read it here! 👇 doi.org/10.1177/2054...

Mind the Gap Project implementation overview

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CJKHD @cjkhd.bsky.social · 28/09/2026

A #casereport of non-tuberculosis Mycobacterium neoaurum peritoneal dialysis-associated #peritonitis: considerations for patients with a subacute clinical course, initially (-) effluent cultures, and lack of response to conventional antimicrobials @csnscn.bsky.social doi.org/10.1177/2054...

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CJKHD @cjkhd.bsky.social · 22/09/2026

Kidney health for all: caring for people, protecting the planet with #sustainable kidney care models. 🌲🫂 #Nephrology #kidneycare @csnscn.bsky.social @sagepub.com doi.org/10.1177/2054...

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CJKHD @cjkhd.bsky.social · 31/08/2026

Prognostic Performance of Ellipsoid Kidney Volume Measurement in a Computed Tomography–Heavy ADPKD Cohort: a retrospective observational #CohortStudy #CKD #CanadaSky @csnscn.bsky.social doi.org/10.1177/2054...

Figure 1. Bland-Altman plot of the percent difference between the EL and MS methods (whole cohort)

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CJKHD @cjkhd.bsky.social · 24/08/2026

A qualitative study addresses perspectives toward #kidneytransplant amongst patients with kidney failure in Canada #dialysis #KidneyCanada @dalhousieu.bsky.social @csnscn.bsky.social doi.org/10.1177/2054...

Figure 1. Summary of major themes regarding patient perspectives towards kidney transplantation

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CJKHD @cjkhd.bsky.social · 18/08/2026

Managing #myelofibrosis in a #kidneytransplant recipient, complicated by #BKvirus and allograft rejection. Questions regarding monitoring and immunosuppression strategies are necessary as #JAKinhibitors become more widely used. @csnscn.bsky.social #Nephrology #CaseReport doi.org/10.1177/2054...

Figure 1. Longitudinal course of graft function, immunosuppressive therapy, BKPyV viral load, and hematologic parameters post kidney transplant

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CJKHD @cjkhd.bsky.social · 17/08/2026

#Perioperative care strategies from Canadian kidney transplant nephrologists, surgeons, and anesthesiologists. #kidneytransplant @uhn.ca @csnscn.bsky.social doi.org/10.1177/2054...

Figure 1. Distribution of survey responses regarding hemoglobin and transfusion (3), hemodynamics (4) and vascular access (4). Agreement was defined as >70% of respondents choosing the same answer. ☆, indicates agreement. Preop, preoperative; Intraop, intraoperative; Hgb, Hemoglobin in g/L; MAP, mean arterial pressure in mmHg; SBP, systolic blood pressure in mmHg; PACU, post anesthesia care unit; CVP, central venous pressure; Phenyl, phenylephrine; Norepi, norepinephrine

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CJKHD @cjkhd.bsky.social · 12/08/2026

A conference report describes findings from activities to reposition the Canadian #CKD clinic network by identifying priorities and actionable steps within #KDIGO guidelines.✨ @csnscn.bsky.social @kdigo.org doi.org/10.1177/2054... #patientorientedresearch #clinicalresearch #KidneyCanada

Figure 1. Transformative conversations world café graphic illustration

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CJKHD @cjkhd.bsky.social · 11/08/2026

Evaluating the guidelines for anemia management in #CKD: where do we stand in #Canadian CKD approaches to anemia? #retrospectivecohortstudy #KidneyCanada #Nephrology @csnscn.bsky.social doi.org/10.1177/2054...

Figure 6. Proportion (%) within the guideline recommended hemoglobin range (90-115 g/L) by year in patients receiving ESA therapy

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CJKHD @cjkhd.bsky.social · 10/08/2026

What do #livingkidneydonors feel is the most difficult part of donating a kidney? Find out this and more in the link below 👇 #CanadianResearch #organdonation #AskRenal doi.org/10.1177/2054...

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CJKHD @cjkhd.bsky.social · 04/08/2026

Evaluating the risk of inguinal hernia repair among male living #kidneydonors following laparoscopic nephrectomy #CohortStudy doi.org/10.1177/2054...

Figure 1. Cohort creation. Abbreviations: HIV, human immunodeficiency virus; ICU, intensive care unit.

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CJKHD @cjkhd.bsky.social · 21/07/2026

#Clinician and #PatientPerspectives on barriers and facilitators to the use of #SGLT2 inhibitors in Australia @sagepub.com @csnscn.bsky.social doi.org/10.1177/2054...

Figure 2. Proposed approaches to improve SGLT2 inhibitor use

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CJKHD @cjkhd.bsky.social · 21/07/2026

What trends exist when assessing the rate of increased and specific risk organ donor factors over time? A retrospective study of deceased #organdonors in two Canadian centers investigates. 🍁👇 #CanadianResearch #NephSky #MedEd @csnscn.bsky.social @ualberta.bsky.social doi.org/10.1177/2054...

Figure 2. Percentage of increased risk donors over time in Manitoba. IRD: Increased risk donor

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CJKHD @cjkhd.bsky.social · 13/07/2026

A case report, #patientperspective, and literature review of P3-positive ANCA-associated vasculitis with primary focal segmental glomerulosclerosis. #kidneyresearch @sagepub.com @csnscn.bsky.social doi.org/10.1177/2054...

Figure 2. Second kidney biopsy. (A) PAS, ×40 magnification demonstrating glomerulus with segmental sclerosis. (B) PAS, ×40 magnification demonstrating glomerulus with segmental fibrocellular crescent. (C) Electron microscopy image demonstrating glomerular capillary loop with extensive podocyte foot process effacement.

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CJKHD @cjkhd.bsky.social · 13/07/2026

A qualitative study addresses hearing-impaired #patientperspectives on the use of communication tools during outpatient #hemodiaylsis settings. @csnscn.bsky.social @sagepub.com doi.org/10.1177/2054...

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CJKHD @cjkhd.bsky.social · 06/07/2026

What happens to #cardiovascular health when #magnesium concentrations are increased through dialysate or supplementation? Find out in this narrative review! 👇 #DialMag #CVD #CKD @cjkhd.bsky.social @csnscn.bsky.social doi.org/10.1177/2054...

Figure 1. Potential cardiovascular benefits of a higher concentration of dialysate magnesium (image generated using Gemini AI)

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CJKHD @cjkhd.bsky.social · 02/07/2026

#CSN Commentary on the 2025 #KDIGO Clinical Practice Guidelines for Autosomal Dominant Polycystic Kidney Disease. #CKD #Canadiannephrology @csnscn.bsky.social doi.org/10.1177/2054...

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CJKHD @cjkhd.bsky.social · 02/07/2026

Implementing a culturally safe #CKD detection program for Indigenous Canadians via the Kidney Check Program #Indigenouspatientpartners #culturalsafety #CheckYourKidneys doi.org/10.1177/2054...

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CJKHD @cjkhd.bsky.social · 15/06/2026

A population-based #cohortstudy analyzes sex disparity in the kidney #transplant pathway. #genderequality #EDI @matthewweir.bsky.social @csnscn.bsky.social doi.org/10.1177/2054...

Figure 1. (A) Cumulative incidence of kidney transplant referrals, in patients with kidney failure (i.e., approaching the need for dialysis or receiving maintenance dialysis), displayed by males vs females. (B) Cumulative incidence of living donor contacts, in patients with kidney failure (i.e., approaching the need for dialysis or receiving maintenance dialysis), displayed by males vs females

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CJKHD @cjkhd.bsky.social · 15/06/2026

De novo formation of tertiary lymphoid structure-like aggregates and progressive #fibrosis in murine hypokalemic nephropathy after long-term K+ repletion. #TLS #ResearchLetter @csnscn.bsky.social @cjkhd.bsky.social doi.org/10.1177/2054...

Kidney biopsy and clinical course of human hypokalaemic nephropathy and a mouse model of recovery from hypokalaemic nephropathy. (H) Representative immunostaining for B220 (green; B cells) and CD3ε (red; T cells) of aggregates and the number of tertiary lymphoid structures (TLSs) is quantified.

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CJKHD @cjkhd.bsky.social · 02/06/2026

How do Canadian pediatric nephrologists approach 2025 #KDIGO pediatric nephrotic syndrome recommendations? A Canadian National Survey reviews below👇 #pediatricnephrology #AskRenal #NephSky @csnscn.bsky.social @kdigo.org doi.org/10.1177/2054...

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CJKHD @cjkhd.bsky.social · 01/06/2026

A Can-SOLVE CKD #ProgramReport discusses advancing EDI and accessibility in a #PatientOriented Kidney Research Network. #CanSolveCKD #POR #EDI @csnscn.bsky.social doi.org/10.1177/2054...

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CJKHD @cjkhd.bsky.social · 26/05/2026

Developing a prediction equation for incident #CKD to identify individuals at risk. #cohortstudy #CanadianResearch @csnscn.bsky.social @sagepub.com doi.org/10.1177/2054...

Plot of observed vs predicted probability of estimated glomerular filtration rate (eGFR) <60 mL/min/1.73 m2 across deciles of risk for albumin-to-creatinine (ACR) model for (A) development cohort (Manitoba) and (B) validation cohort (Ontario).

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CJKHD @cjkhd.bsky.social · 25/05/2026

A Narrative Review of #C3Glomerulopathy: From Pathogenesis to Targeted Therapy #narrativereview #targetedtherapy #kidneyresearch @csnscn.bsky.social doi.org/10.1177/2054...

The complement AP is overactive in C3G. See article for further information

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CJKHD @cjkhd.bsky.social · 19/05/2026

Prescribing practices of Erythropoiesis-Stimulating Agents across Canada in dialysis-dependent and non-dialysis dependent #CKD patients. #ESA #dialysis #CanadianResearch @csnscn.bsky.social doi.org/10.1177/2054...

Length of time survey respondents wait before resuming ESA therapy in patients with CKD and history of malignancy.

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CJKHD @cjkhd.bsky.social · 28/04/2026

Improving outpatient care following hospitalization with #actuekidneyinjury: a multifaceted intervention strategy. @csnscn.bsky.social @cjkhd.bsky.social doi.org/10.1177/2054...

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CJKHD @cjkhd.bsky.social · 27/04/2026

What are #patientperspectives of #CKD patients in Bangladesh? This study underscores the importance of healthcare policy reforms and greater patient awareness. #StayHealthy #CKDawareness @csnscn.bsky.social doi.org/10.1177/2054...

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CJKHD @cjkhd.bsky.social · 21/04/2026

#Dialysis patients' knowledge, attitudes, and practices on environmental impacts and #climatechange concerns of kidney care. @csnscn.bsky.social @cjkhd.bsky.social doi.org/10.1177/2054...

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CJKHD @cjkhd.bsky.social · 13/04/2026

The KRESCENT program was established to enhance #kidneyresearch capacity in Canada. Researchers at the @uvicbrainlab.bsky.social used a #qualitativeresearch approach to gain insight into participants' experiences. @csnscn.bsky.social doi.org/10.1177/2054...

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CJKHD @cjkhd.bsky.social · 07/04/2026

We address #patientperspectives and the real-world acceptability of continuous glucose monitoring in #hemodialysis patients with type 2 diabetes. #T2DM #kidneyresearch @umanitoba.bsky.social @csnscn.bsky.social doi.org/10.1177/2054...

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CJKHD @cjkhd.bsky.social · 30/03/2026

We surveyed organ and tissue donation and transplantation #healthcareworkers (HCWs) to better understand sexual and gender minority-specific care. Find out how equitable policy revision is supported by HCWs! 👇 doi.org/10.1177/2054... @csnscn.bsky.social @umanitoba.bsky.social

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CJKHD @cjkhd.bsky.social · 23/03/2026

How do we improve communication between children with CKD and their health care providers? Implementing the PRO-Kid tool into pediatric #CKD and #dialysis programs in Canada🍁 #worldkidneyday #Canadianresearch @ubcpress.bsky.social @csnscn.bsky.social doi.org/10.1177/2054...

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CJKHD @cjkhd.bsky.social · 20/03/2026

Deceased diabetic #kidneydonors: what are the graft and patient outcomes following kidney #transplantation? #CKD @unityhealthto.bsky.social @csnscn.bsky.social doi.org/10.1177/2054...

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CJKHD @cjkhd.bsky.social · 17/03/2026

Patients with #CKD & coronary artery disease face complex decisions. myheartandckd.ca is a shared decision aid to support #SharedDecisionMaking and to promote #kidneyhealth. 🫀 @icdc-research.bsky.social 🔗 myheartandckd.ca doi.org/10.1177/2054...

Infographic conveying the value of implementing the My Heart and CKD decision aid.

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CJKHD @cjkhd.bsky.social · 16/03/2026

This #narrativereview describes how person-centered integrated care can support sustainable health care for patients with #CKD. @ucalgarymed.bsky.social @csnscn.bsky.social @sagepub.com doi.org/10.1177/2054...

Figure 1. Rainbow model of integrated care

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CJKHD @cjkhd.bsky.social · 04/03/2026

Early #KD detection matters: Implementing a novel #eGFR equation for youth with T2D into their diabetes care. #slowdiseaseprogression #pediatricnephrology @umanitoba.bsky.social @csnscn.bsky.social doi.org/10.1177/2054...

iCARE eGFR pathway from development to implementation.

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CJKHD @cjkhd.bsky.social · 12/02/2026

Improving access to living #kidneydonor transplantation: a #patientoriented approach to living donor and transplant processes. #organawareness @lhsccanada.bsky.social a @csnscn.bsky.social doi.org/10.1177/2054...

Can-SOLVE CKD pathway to implementation.

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CJKHD @cjkhd.bsky.social · 02/02/2026

#Cardioprotective intradialytic exercise training may protect against hemodialysis-induced myocardial stunning, and improve patient-important outcomes #patientcare #AskRenal @umanitoba.bsky.social @csnscn.bsky.social doi.org/10.1177/2054...

Conceptual framework of effect of intradialytic exercise on patient-important outcomes.

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CJKHD @cjkhd.bsky.social · 29/01/2026

Kidney #transplantation in children with #kidneydisease: navigating the experiences and educational needs of patients and caregivers 👨‍👩‍👧‍👦 #pediatricnephrology @usask.ca @sagepub.com @csnscn.bsky.social doi.org/10.1177/2054...

Overview of categories and subcategories pertaining to patient and caregiver transplant experiences.

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CJKHD @cjkhd.bsky.social · 28/01/2026

A #casereport and #literaturereview of renal cortical necrosis due to antiphospholipid syndrome. 🔬 #biopsy #necrosis #AKI @unityhealthto.bsky.social @csnscn.bsky.social doi.org/10.1177/2054...

Kidney biopsy findings at initial diagnosis of thrombotic microangiopathy (A, B) and postoperative renal cortical necrosis (C, D, E). Initial kidney biopsy reflecting thrombotic microangiopathy: (A) Glomerulus showing features of acute thrombotic microangiopathy: dilated capillary loops, mesangiolysis (white star) and fibrin thrombus (white arrow). In addition, periglomerular fibrosis due to chronic hypoperfusion. PAS 40×. (B) Ultrastructural features of chronic microangiopathy: subendothelial widening by fluffy proteinaceous material separating the endothelial cell from the GBM (white star) and forming double contours (white arrow). Endothelial cell hypertrophy (orange star) (TEM 20000×). Postoperative kidney biopsy: (C) Extensive necrosis (coagulative) with interstitial hemorrhage (white arrows). (H&E 20×). (D) Coagulative necrosis, interstitial inflammation (white arrows) in areas of reperfusion (H&E, 20×). (E) Extensive cortical necrosis (H&E 4×).

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CJKHD @cjkhd.bsky.social · 20/01/2026

The CSN-QUIS committee is expanding the QI curriculum for Nephrology trainees in Canada 🇨🇦. #trainingprograms #positiveexperience #implementationscience @csnscn.bsky.social @dalhousieu.bsky.social @sagepublishing.bsky.social doi.org/10.1177/2054...

CSN-QUIS nephrology fellow QI curriculum.

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CJKHD @cjkhd.bsky.social · 19/01/2026

Our systematic review suggests #CKD is a growing challenge in Latin America, with a prevalence of 15.9%. Global diagnostic criteria and prevention strategies for vulnerable populations are urgently needed. #KidneyHealth #Epidemiology @csnscn.bsky.social @sagepub.com doi.org/10.1177/2054...

CKD prevalence varies across Latin America. Among individual studies: Argentina 24.16%, Haiti 27.14%, Nicaragua 9.14%, Peru 16.83%, Panama 12.00%, Cuba 9.63%, Ecuador 7.26%. In countries with multiple studies: Brazil 13.91%, Mexico 20.79%, El Salvador 15.31%, Chile 20.58%. #CKD #Epidemiology

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CJKHD @cjkhd.bsky.social · 15/01/2026

A pragmatic trial to inform center-wide policy on the optimal dialysate magnesium concentration for patient health. #hemodialysis #DialMag #healthcare @csnscn.bsky.social doi.org/10.1177/2054...

PRECIS-2 wheel highlighting the pragmatism of the Dial-Mag trial for 9 domains.

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CJKHD @cjkhd.bsky.social · 14/01/2026

Patients’ and healthcare providers’ experiences with incremental #hemodialysis: our qualitative study outlines benefits, challenges, and practical recommendations for safe implementation. #MUHC #Nephrology #QualityofLife @mcgilluniversity.bsky.social doi.org/10.1177/2054...

Figure 1. Main themes and practical considerations when implementing incremental hemodialysis.

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