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Survival Benefits of Deceased Donor Kidney Transplant versus Waitlisting: Insights from a Population-Based Cohort Study

By MedXY 10/29/2025

Deceased donor kidney transplantation improves survival compared to dialysis waitlisting, with benefits varying by donor kidney quality and recipient age. Low-risk kidneys yield the greatest survival gains, particularly in older recipients.

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Reassessing the Role of Steroidal Mineralocorticoid Receptor Antagonists in Dialysis Patients: Safety and Efficacy Insights from a Systematic Review and Meta-Analysis

By MedXY 10/11/2025

Steroidal mineralocorticoid receptor antagonists show minimal impact on cardiovascular mortality in dialysis patients, with limited safety concerns and evidence gaps in subgroups and non-steroidal agents.

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Managing Chronic Kidney Disease-Associated Pruritus: Advances and Clinical Strategies

By MedXY 07/30/2025

CKD-associated pruritus affects up to 85% of dialysis patients and significantly impairs quality of life. Stepwise management, including novel therapies like nemolizumab, is essential for effective symptom control and improved patient outcomes.