Implementation of a race-neutral eGFR equation contributed to more than 20,000 wait-time modifications and more kidney transplants for Black transplant candidates, according to study data published in ...

Removing race from the eGFR had a big impact, resulting in 5.3 more kidney transplants per 1000 Black candidates.

A commentary by Calvin Meaney urges discontinuation of outdated tests that are imprecise or disadvantage Black patients.

MISSION HILLS, LOS ANGELES (KABC) -- A medical test for kidney function that adjusts its results for race is coming under increased scrutiny. Experts are saying the results for African-American ...

The Phase III study FIND-CKD ( NCT05047263) — investigating the efficacy and safety of KERENDIA ® (finerenone) versus placebo when added to standard of care in adult patients with non-diabetic chronic ...

(MENAFN- GetNews) Kidneys play a vital role in filtering waste, balancing fluids, and maintaining overall health. One of the most important indicators of kidney function is the Estimated Glomerular ...

The Phase III FIND-CKD trial demonstrated that finerenone (Kerendia), when added to standard care, significantly reduced the rate of kidney function decline in adults with non-diabetic ...

During National Kidney Month, a local transplant patient is sharing not just how he got a second chance at life but the ...

The world is experiencing a hidden epidemic with kidney disease. More than 850 million people worldwide have some form of ...

March is National Kidney Month. Learn how to protect your kidney health, recognize symptoms, and reduce your risk of disease.