Commentary

Exome Sequencing Opens a New Chapter in CKD
Study results point to a future when whole exome sequencing will be the method of choice for identifying genetic causes of CKD.

The Rapidly Evolving Landscape for mRCC
Incredible progress is being made in kidney cancer treatment.

Is ESCO the Future of Dialysis Care?
ESCOs are accountable for clinical quality outcomes and financial outcomes.

The Growing Challenge of Advanced Prostate Cancer Clinics
With an ever-expanding array of options for treating advanced prostate cancer, it is important to remain focused on the best treatment path for each patient.

Longer Dialysis Time and Patient Suffering
CMS also has upcoming plans to impose fiscal penalties related to dialysis treatment.

Prostate Cancer Survival Metrics: A New Standard?
Effective clinical trial design and ultimately drug approval require careful consideration of the endpoints selected.

Guidelines Disconnect: Patients' Voice Absent
Patient-centeredness should become a core component of clinical practice guidelines, according to Dr Kalantar-Zadeh.

Enhanced Cystoscopy Improves the Care of Bladder Cancer Patients
The guidelines state that clinicians should offer blue light cystoscopy, if available, as an adjunct to traditional white light cystoscopy (WLC) to increase tumor detection and decrease recurrence.

New AUA Guidelines Promise Better Care
To avoid CKD, the guidelines now provide detailed review of the risk/benefit profile comparing partial to radical nephrectomy.

What Not to Eat After Nephrectomy
Both urologists and nephrologists provide follow-up and continuity of care to patients after cancer nephrectomy.

MRIs for Patients With Pacemakers
Data from MagnaSafe suggest that MRIs for patients with pacemakers/ICDs can be performed safely.

Nephrology in Crisis: Trainees in Short Supply
Efforts should be directed at making nephrology more appealing to recruit more trainees.
Renal and Urology News Articles
- Prostate Cancer Risk After Single Negative Biopsy Quantified
- Faster eGFR Decline Predicts Worse Outcomes in CKD Patients with AF
- Factors Predicting Withdrawal From RRT for AKI Identified
- CKD Progression Tied to Low Potassium Excretion
- Online Calculator May Aid In Individualizing Prostate Cancer Care
- Prostate Cancer Risk After Single Negative Biopsy Quantified
- Faster eGFR Decline Predicts Worse Outcomes in CKD Patients with AF
- Factors Predicting Withdrawal From RRT for AKI Identified
- CKD Progression Tied to Low Potassium Excretion
- Online Calculator May Aid In Individualizing Prostate Cancer Care
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