Fresenius Medical Care Introduces 2008T Hemodialysis Delivery System In North America
The world’s largest provider of dialysis products and services introduced a smart-platform dialysis system at the American Society of Nephrology’s 43rd Annual Meeting and Scientific Exposition in Denver, Colorado.
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New Data on H.P. Acthar® Gel in the Treatment of Nephrotic Syndrome Presented at the American Society of Nephrology 43rd Annual Meeting
Initial data presented at the meeting revealed that 9 of 11 patients (82%) with nephrotic syndrome due to idiopathic membranous nephropathy (iMN) who were treated with Acthar achieved complete or partial remission of proteinuria.
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ASN: Doubling Dialysis Frequency Cuts Deaths
An increase from the typical three weekly treatments to six treatments reduces the risk of mortality, but can lead to other problems.
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Pomegranates Provide Amazing Protection Against Tissue Damage, Inflammation
According to a recent study, regular consumption of pomegranates helps to reduce inflammation, prevent damage caused by oxidative stress, and minimize complications associated with kidney disease and its conventional treatment protocols.
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HHS Spreads the Word About How Specialists Can Meet Meaningful Use
One way is to claim exceptions because the guidelines don’t apply to their specialty.
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DOPPS Website to Offer Dialysis Trend Reporting When ESRD Bundled Payment Starts
Will be launching the DOPPS Practice Monitor (DPM) to provide trends in clinical care as the new Prospective Payment System for renal dialysis services is implemented in January 2011.
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Gene Linked to Worsening Kidney Disease in African Americans
According to a study presented at the American Society of Nephrology’s 43rd Annual Meeting and Scientific Exposition, a common gene variant is associated with a sharply increased risk of progressive kidney disease in African Americans with kidney disease related to hypertension.
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Big Jump in Diabetes Incidence Expected in Next Decade
A recent report predicted that by the year 2020, 52% of adults in the U.S. could be prediabetic or diabetic, up from about 40% today.
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Mobile Health Device Links Patients and Healthcare Professionals Anytime, Anywhere
The Minder, powered by Vena, enables continuous, real-time medical data collection and transmission via cellular networks.
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