New global research shows that chronic kidney disease is climbing the ranks of leading causes of death, while millions of ...

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 ...

The human body has 78 organs and each one performs a variety of important functions. While it's possible to live without organs like the appendix, gallbladder, or spleen, several of our organs are ...

IgA nephropathy is an autoimmune disease of the kidneys. It’s associated with several health conditions and is a significant contributor to chronic kidney disease and kidney failure. In the United ...

Contrast-induced nephropathy is rare. It results from exposure to contrast dyes during certain imaging tests and cardiology procedures. People living with diabetes or advanced kidney disease may be at ...

Chronic kidney disease has been named the ninth leading cause of global death. Record numbers of men and women are currently estimated to have reduced kidney function, according to new research ...

Hypertension, diabetes, and cardiovascular disease are among the common causes of kidney failure. In the United States, approximately 35.5 million people have chronic kidney disease (CKD). 1 For some, ...

With chronic kidney disease, your kidneys are so damaged they can't filter waste from your blood. This common but serious health condition can lead to kidney failure, stroke, and heart disease. Early ...

With kidney disease on the rise worldwide, we asked the nation's top specialists to share the early signs of the condition.

Research has shown that angiotensin converting enzyme (ACE) inhibitors help manage diabetic nephropathy-related issues. They can also slow the progression of diabetic nephropathy in some people.