Nephrotic syndrome in kids can mean frequent relapses, high steroid burden, and tough treatment choices. So which helps maintain remission better: Tacrolimus or MMF?
See the Visual Abstract Krithika Mohan
This week, we will discuss a pediatric nephrology trial: is tacrolimus superior to MMF in FRNS and SDNS?
This week, we will discuss a NEJM trial on uncontrolled hypertension: lorundrostat, an aldosterone synthase inhibitor, aims at the hormonal dark side driving resistance.
This week, we will discuss a double header: two single centre ddAVP trials in kidney biopsy from India.
This week, we will discuss the prognostic role of microvascular inflammation in kidney transplantation. Can the capillaries whisper their damage in lesions before antibodies speak? Maybe this study compels us to treat the injury we see, not just the disease we can name…
Nephrotic syndrome in kids can mean frequent relapses, high steroid burden, and tough treatment choices. So which helps maintain remission better: Tacrolimus or MMF?
See the Visual Abstract Krithika Mohan
Nephrotic syndrome in children, especially those with frequent relapses or steroid dependence, remains a therapeutic challenge. The STAMP trial compared tacrolimus and mycophenolate mofetil to help guide treatment decisions.
Stunning visual abstract summarizing NEJM study, by Priti Meena
Does desmopressin reduce the risjk of post kidney biopsy bleeding? Checkout the beautiful VA answering this practical question by NSMC faculty Dr Divya Bajpai.
What is the effect of microvascular inflammation on kidney allografts? Checkout the crisp VA by NSMC faculty Dr Divya Bajpai.
Should we continue metformin in eGFR under 30 ml/min? The visual abstract by Cristina Popa summarizes the conclusions from the Scottish cohort using target trial methodology.
The KDIGO ADPKD guideline is a result of a decade of global collaboration between physicians, researchers, advocates, and patients. 240 pages summarized in only 2 pictures, made by Cristina Popa.
Is Obinutuzumab Effective and Safe in Active Lupus Nephritis? Check out the beautiful VA by NSMC Faculty Dr Divya Bajpai on the REGENCY Trial, answering the same.
Do Mineralocorticoid Receptor Antagonists Preclude the Identification of Unilateral Primary Aldosteronism at Adrenal Venous Sampling?
Guidelines recommend withholding MRAs prior to PA subtyping by AVS. Is it worth the risk of hypokalemia and hypertension? NSMC Faculty Dr Divya Bajpai answers with a crisp VA
Can we train to deal with the pain? HOPE trial shows us that non-pharmacological intervention can be an option. Visual abstract by Cristina Popa
Does initiation of ACEi and ARB help in advanced CKD? Check out the VA by Dr Nikhil John
In patients with hyperkalemia on maintenance hemodialysis, whether a combination of higher dialysate potassium with SZC can reduce the rates of AF and other clinically significant arrhythmias? Check out the VA by Madiha Aziz
Is the use of Ondensetron safe in patients on hemodialysis? Checkout the VA by NSMC intern Santhoshi Bavi
Checkout the visual depiction of pooled analysis of the Fine-Heart study by NSMC Intern Kajaree Giri.
Can felzartamab represent a new hope for antibody-mediated rejection? Check out the visual abstract by Shahin Mohammed
Does strict BP control help prevent major vascular events in patients with high CV risk? Check out the VA by NSMC intern Francisco Santamaria