Abstract. Introduction: Glucagon-like peptide-1 receptor agonists (GLP-1RAs) are FDA-approved for weight loss and are increasingly prescribed for patients with obesity and type 2 diabetes mellitus. Mu...

Glomerular injury and damage to the glomerular filtration barrier can promote the development of tubulointerstitial fibrosis. Here, the authors discuss potential mechanisms underlying this effect, as ...

ABSTRACTBackground. Kidney complications associated with anticancer drug therapy have greatly increased recently. We aimed to investigate the real-world cl

Clinical improvement does not always reflect pathology, so renal biopsy may be needed to determine efficacy of IgA nephropathy (IgAN) treatment.

This book is an offering in the Diagnostic Pathology series and provides a concise overview of organ transplant pathology. It draws on the knowledge of 20 experts to provide the latest updates in this...

Abstract. Glomerular nephropathy resulting from the genetic defects in COL4A3/4/5 genes including the classical Alport syndrome (AS) is the second commones

Background: Obesity has a major impact on health and health care, particularly in those with chronic kidney disease (CKD). Objective: The objective was to descr...

Three patients in the UK have received an innovative treatment for the most serious form of lupus – an autoimmune condition which can cause damage to the heart, lungs, joints, brain or kidneys.

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