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Dialysis Delivery in Canada and the United States: A View From the Trenches
Dialysis in the United States has changed to meet new needs, but Canada is examining how to improve performance.
Journal Article, November 25, 2009
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Trial to Reduce Cardiovascular Events With Aranesp Therapy (TREAT)
The TREAT trial tested the hypothesis that the use of erythropoiesis-stimulating agents would improve outcomes in patients with diabetes and chronic kidney disease who were also anemic.
Journal Article, November 25, 2009
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Acute Phosphate Nephropathy
Can drinking lots of water and other cautions prevent acute phosphate nephropathy after receiving oral sodium phosphate treatments?
Journal Article, November 25, 2009
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Frequency and Severity of Adverse Effects of Iodinated and Gadolinium Contrast Materials: Retrospective Review of 456,930 Doses
Both iodinated and gadolinium contrast agents are associated with a very low rate of adverse effects, and most adverse effects can be managed in the radiology department.
Journal Article, November 24, 2009
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NCCN Clinical Practice Guidelines in Oncology Kidney Cancer
Released in October 2009, the latest update to the NCCN Clinical Practice Guidelines in Oncology(TM) Kidney Cancer is presented.
Practice Guideline, November 23, 2009
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ESRD Bundling: How Will This Affect Small Dialysis Providers -- and Patients? A Report From ASN 2009.
Jeffrey S. Berns, MD, reports from ASN 2009 and discusses the effect of bundling all ESRD services into one prospective payment system as well as The Lancet retraction of the COOPERATE study.
Experts And Viewpoints, November 20, 2009
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Three Major Trials Presented at ASN 2009
Jeffrey S. Berns, MD, reports from the floor of ASN Renal Week 2009 on 3 major trials, including an "outstandingly done study" on differing hemoglobin levels in patients with CKD and type 2 diabetes.
Experts And Viewpoints, November 20, 2009
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A Case of Indurated Skin Rash in a Transplant Patient
A 32-year-old white woman presented to the transplant clinic with complaint of bilateral progressive erythematous rash of her thighs.
Clinical Case, November 18, 2009
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Characteristics and Outcomes of Trauma Patients With ICU Lengths of Stay 30 Days and Greater: A Seven-Year Retrospective Study
A 7-year retrospective study evaluated the characteristics and outcomes of trauma patients with lengths of stay 30 days and longer, focusing on predictors of prolonged stay and mortality.
Journal Article, November 17, 2009
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Physicians Are Talking About: Tort Reform: Does Saying "I'm Sorry" Help?
Physicians are often reluctant to apologize for clinical errors because their words can be used in malpractice litigation as admissions of fault. MPC members discuss whether saying "I'm sorry" can help.
Experts And Viewpoints, November 16, 2009
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The Medscape Cancer Survivorship Survey
In his latest video blog, Dr. Maurie Markman encourages viewers to participate in the Medscape survey for healthcare providers that discusses cancer survivor care.
Experts And Viewpoints, November 12, 2009
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Benefits and Harms of Phosphate Binders in CKD: A Systematic Review of Randomized Controlled Trials
Can phosphate binders be used to control serum levels in chronic kidney disease patients?
Journal Article, November 12, 2009
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Secondary Hyperparathyroidism: Pathophysiology and Treatment
The increase in chronic kidney disease has brought with it an increase in secondary hyperparathyroidism, posing challenges for patients and clinicians.
Journal Article, November 10, 2009
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Doctors and Social Media: Benefits and Dangers
Doctors use Facebook as well as physician community sites for clinical information and medical opinions. There are benefits and dangers to watch for.
Article, November 9, 2009
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Physicians Are Talking About: A Death Foretold
Would you operate on a patient who experienced a premonition of death? Is this a contraindication surgery? Medscape Physician Connect members discuss whether to ignore or heed premonitions.
Experts And Viewpoints, November 4, 2009
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Can Doctors Ever Tell Patients They Are Cured of Cancer?
In her first Medscape video blog, Dr. Kathy Miller asks whether doctors should avoid using the term cured to describe patients who have been in remission for several years.
Experts And Viewpoints, November 2, 2009
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HIV-Infected Persons Continue to Lose Kidney Function Despite Successful Antiretroviral Therapy
This study set out to identify risk factors associated with loss of kidney function in HIV-infected persons, and to assess the renal effects of the complex interaction between ART, CD4 cell count, and viral load.
Journal Article, October 30, 2009
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Shared Decision-Making in Cross-cultural Encounters
In the setting of cross-cultural medical encounters, the importance of open, patient-centered communication is heightened as the risk for misunderstanding is increased.
Journal Article, October 29, 2009
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Physicians Are Talking About: Is It Worth Getting the H1N1 Vaccine?
Are you getting vaccinated against the swine flu? Medscape Physician Connect members debate their reasons for and reservations against receiving the vaccine.
Experts And Viewpoints, October 28, 2009
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Recovery of Renal Function in End-Stage Renal Failure--Comparison Between Peritoneal Dialysis and Haemodialysis
Dialysis modality is not associated with the likelihood, timing or durability of spontaneous recovery of dialysis-independent renal function in patients thought to have ESRD.
Journal Article, October 28, 2009
