Citation: Chauhan, A., Diwan, T. S., Palacios, C. R. F., Dean, P. G., Heimbach, J. K., Chow, G. K., … & Stegall, M. D. (2013). Using implantation biopsies as a surrogate to evaluate selection criteria for living kidney donors. Transplantation, 96(11), 975-980. Introduction In this study, they analyzed histologic characteristics of kidney biopsies obtained at […]
Abstract: This review examines a comprehensive overview of chronic kidney disease (CKD) published by Kakitapalli et al. in 2020. The original article covers the epidemiology, risk factors, diagnosis, management, and prevention of CKD. This review analyzes the key findings and contributions of the article to the current understanding of CKD. Introduction: Chronic kidney disease is
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Memarzadeh, H., Ghadiri, N., & Parikhah Zarmehr, S. (2018). A graph database approach for temporal modeling of disease progression. 2018 8th International Conference on Computer and Knowledge Engineering (ICCKE) (pp. 293-297). IEEE. Introduction The paper by Memarzadeh et al. proposes using a graph database (Neo4j) for temporal modeling and analysis of disease progression, with a
The article “Population exposure to multiple air pollutants and its compound episodes in Europe” published in Nature Communications, in 2024 explores population exposure to various air pollutants and the occurrence of compound pollution episodes. In this review will analyze the strengths and weaknesses of the research, while also suggesting potential areas for future exploration. Strengths
Biomarkers of milk fat and the risk of myocardial infarction in men and women: a prospective, matched case-control study by Warensjo et al. (2010) provide great insights into biomarkers of milk fat and its correlation of the risk of MI. The Research Approach The objective of this prospective case-control study was to investigate the association
Introduction: Ultra-processed foods (UPFs) have become ubiquitous in modern diets, characterized by their high levels of chemical additives, sugars, fats, and minimal whole-food content. The Nova food classification system categorizes UPFs as the most heavily processed category, distinct from minimally processed or unprocessed foods. Given their prevalence and potential impact on health, understanding the associations
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An ISN Sister Renal Centers partnership between Kandy Teaching Hospital (KTH) in Sri Lanka and Stanford University (affiliated with Santa Clara Valley Medical Center) has brought about a substantial transformation in the kidney care landscape in the country, elevating continuous ambulatory peritoneal dialysis (CAPD) care delivery, training, and patient education across the nation. Dr. Anjali
Citation: Joshi, N. P., Shrestha, A., Bhagat, T., Agrawal, S. K., & Chhetri, R. (2024). The Oral Health Condition of Patients on Hemodialysis at a Tertiary Healthcare Facility in Eastern Nepal. International Journal of Dentistry, 2024. Introduction The authors provide a good background on chronic kidney disease (CKD), its increasing prevalence globally, and the need
Alchamdani A, Fatmasari, Anugrah ER, Sari NP, Putri F, Astina A (2020). The Impact of COVID19 Pandemic on Online Learning Process in the College at Southeast Sulawesi. Jurnal Kesehatan Lingkungan, 12(1 Special Issue), 129-136. Introduction The study by Alchamdani et al. aimed to determine the impact of the COVID-19 pandemic on the online learning process
The study by Marfella et al., titled “Microplastics and Nanoplastics in Atheromas and Cardiovascular Events,” published in the New England Journal of Medicine (NEJM), delves into the potential link between microplastics and nanoplastics (MNPs) and cardiovascular disease (CVD) in humans. While the research presents a compelling initial investigation, a closer look reveals some limitations that
