Kidney disease disproportionately affects Black communities, with Black Americans nearly four times as likely to develop ...

Kidney disease is one of the leading causes of deaths globally. A global analysis published in The Lancet found that chronic kidney disease (CKD) is the ninth leading cause of death worldwide. The ...

Polycystic kidney disease (PKD) causes round, fluid-filled sacs called cysts to grow in your kidneys. These cysts can cause your kidneys to enlarge and function poorly. People with PKD can also ...

Kidney diseases are increasingly common, affecting millions, with many unaware of their condition. About 40% of people with ...

Chronic Kidney Disease (CKD) is quietly rising as a global health crisis, and the latest research reveals just how serious ...

Chronic kidney disease (CKD) happens when your kidneys gradually lose their ability to filter waste products and excess fluid from your blood. At first, it typically causes no symptoms, but as your ...

SGLT2 inhibitors are a welcome addition to GN care, but the field is still grappling with the gap between molecular ...

Immunoglobulin A (IgA) nephropathy is a rare autoimmune disorder that causes kidney damage and often leads to kidney failure. IgA nephropathy occurs when clumps of IgA get deposited in the kidneys, ...

Inflammation from lupus can cause a type of kidney disease called lupus nephritis. Learn more about how lupus affects the kidneys and lupus nephritis. For some people, lupus nephritis can lead to ...

A systematic analysis revealed eight distinct symptom clusters in patients with kidney failure, with gastrointestinal problems being the most frequent. Treatment strategies targeting symptom clusters ...

Polycystic kidney disease (PKD) is a genetic disorder marked by the growth of many fluid-filled sacs (cysts) in your kidneys. These cysts can grow to replace normal kidney tissue over time, leading to ...