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Effect of intradialytic exercise on cardiovascular structural and functional parameters in maintenance haemodialysis: a systematic review and meta-analysis.

BMJ OpenSep 9, 2026

This systematic review and meta-analysis evaluated the effects of intradialytic exercise (IDE) on cardiovascular parameters in patients undergoing maintenance haemodialysis (MHD).

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Improving cardiovascular health in patients on maintenance haemodialysis is crucial, as they are at high risk for cardiovascular events.

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Dapagliflozin and Acute Kidney Injury Following Cardiac Surgery: A Randomized Clinical Trial.

This multicenter, double-blind, placebo-controlled randomized clinical trial evaluated the effect of dapagliflozin on acute kidney injury (AKI) in 784 adults undergoing elective cardiac surgery.

JAMASep 1, 2026Open accessRead summary
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Outcomes and learning curve of single-kidney transplantation from small pediatric donors in children: a retrospective cohort study with meta-analysis.

This retrospective cohort study evaluated outcomes of single-kidney transplantation from small pediatric donors in 77 children.

Pediatr Surg IntSep 6, 2026Open accessRead summary
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Global Variation in Predictors of Uptake of Conservative Kidney Management: A Systematic Review and Meta-Analysis.

This systematic review and meta-analysis examined predictors of conservative kidney management uptake among patients with kidney failure across various regions.

J Ren CareSep 1, 2026Open accessRead summary
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The Impact of Educational or Behavioural Interventions on Fatigue in Adults Receiving Haemodialysis: A Systematic Review and Meta-Analysis.

This systematic review and meta-analysis evaluated the effectiveness of self-management education, exercise training, and cognitive behavioural therapy on fatigue in adults undergoing haemodialysis.

J Ren CareSep 1, 2026Open accessRead summary
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Effects of probiotic supplementation on disease progression in patients with moderate to severe chronic kidney disease: a randomized controlled trial.

This randomized controlled trial evaluated the impact of Lactobacillus plantarum supplementation on disease progression in 72 patients with moderate to severe chronic kidney disease (CKD) stages 3 and 4.

Sci RepSep 4, 2026Open accessRead summary
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Efficacy and safety of ferric citrate tablets in Chinese patients with hyperphosphatemia undergoing maintenance hemodialysis: a multicenter, randomized, open-label, active-controlled, phase III trial.

This phase III, multicenter, randomized, open-label trial evaluated the efficacy and safety of ferric citrate tablets in 239 Chinese patients with hyperphosphatemia undergoing maintenance hemodialysis.

Ren FailAug 31, 2026Open accessRead summary
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Diagnostic and prognostic value of fibroblast growth factor 23 in acute kidney injury: systematic review and meta-analysis.

This systematic review and meta-analysis evaluated the diagnostic and prognostic value of fibroblast growth factor 23 (FGF23) in acute kidney injury (AKI).

Ren FailSep 3, 2026Open accessRead summary
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Dietary Patterns and Kidney Health: An Umbrella Review of Systematic Reviews and Meta-Analyses.

This umbrella review consolidates evidence from 28 systematic reviews and meta-analyses on dietary patterns and kidney health.

Nutr RevSep 1, 2026Read summary
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Levamisole-induced anti-neutrophil cytoplasmic antibodies-associated vasculitis in paediatric nephrotic syndrome: dose-dependent and idiosyncratic risks in paediatric patients.

Two pediatric cases of levamisole-induced vasculitis are reported, highlighting the risks associated with this medication in managing nephrotic syndrome.

BMJ Case RepSep 5, 2026Read case
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Telitacicept combined with glucocorticoids in adult-onset IgA vasculitis nephritis: A case report.

A 45-year-old male with biopsy-confirmed IgA vasculitis nephritis presented with progressive renal impairment and significant proteinuria. He was treated with weekly telitacicept and oral prednisone.

Clin NephrolSep 9, 2026Read case
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Effects of Progressive Inspiratory Muscle Training on Lung Volume and Respiratory Strength in Patients With Pre-Dialysis Chronic Kidney Disease.

This randomized controlled trial investigated the effects of progressive inspiratory muscle training (IMT) on lung volume and respiratory strength in 30 patients with pre-dialysis chronic kidney disease (CKD).

Physiother Res IntSep 6, 2026Open accessRead summary

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