Patient-Centered System Recommended for Medical Billing
Simplification, consolidation, and real-time cost information could improve medical billing system
Reduction in Food Intake May Slow Kidney Disease
Mouse model shows substantial slowing of disease progression in ADPKD
Lower Risk of Contrast-Induced Nephropathy With Iodixanol
Greatest reduction for N-acetylcysteine in patients receiving low-osmolar contrast media
Tips Presented for Encouraging Treatment Adherence
Broad approach recommended, which includes patient engagement and addressing barriers
January 2016 Briefing – Nephrology
Here are what the editors at HealthDay consider to be the most important developments in Nephrology for January 2016. This roundup includes the latest...
No Benefit From Aliskiren-Tied Drops in Albuminuria
Overall albuminuria drop may be too small for cardiovascular, renal risk protection
CDC Issues Guidance to Stop HCV Transmission in Hemodialysis
Dialysis providers and facilities should assess and improve infection control practices
Mobile Texts May Up Adherence to Meds for Chronic Illness
Meta-analysis shows mobile phone text reminders double the odds of medication adherence
Ketoanalogue-Supplemented Very Low-Protein Diet May Benefit CKD
Four patients would need to adhere to diet to avoid primary end point in per-protocol analysis
Demand for Medical Office Space High and Increasing
Vacancy rate for medical office buildings 9.5 percent in third quarter of 2015; lowest since 2007
