Core-Needle Biopsy Effective in Evaluation of Renal Masses
Image-guided testing of tissue from the renal mass may lead to improved treatments, researchers say
Physicians’ Contracts Can Affect Patients, Professionalism
Problematic clauses in contracts include blanket confidentiality clauses, termination without cause
Case of Hepatitis E Transmission Via Plasma Exchange
Transmission of HEV through plasma exchange for acute humoral rejection after kidney transplant
Spouse Education Level May Impact Choice for Rural Practice
Lower odds of working in rural HPSA for physicians married to a highly-educated spouse
SCOTUS: States Can’t Force Health Care Data Release
Supreme Court rules states can't force health insurers to turn over data
February 2016 Briefing – Nephrology
Here are what the editors at HealthDay consider to be the most important developments in Nephrology for February 2016. This roundup includes the latest...
Uric Acid Levels Low in Teens With Type 1 Diabetes
Unlike in adults, there is no association between uric acid, cardiorenal parameters
Suggestions for Optimizing Practice Feedback Effectiveness
Practice feedback interventions relate to nature of desired action, feedback display, delivery of feedback
Periodontitis Linked to Higher Mortality in Kidney Disease
Periodontitis may add to systemic inflammation in patients with chronic kidney disease
SCCM: Peri-Op Statins Don’t Cut Risk of AKI in Cardiac Surgery
Study was stopped for futility after 615 participants completed study
