In the absence of disease, the kidneys will continue to function optimally well into the third decade of life, after which there is a gradual decline (Figs 1 and 2). Anatomical changes Pre-renal ...

Cook N et al (2021) Essentials of Anatomy and Physiology for Nursing Practice. SAGE. Farag AGA et al (2019) Role of insulin-like growth factor-1 in skin tags: a clinical, genetic and ...

Kidneys are shaped like kidney beans hence called “kidneys”. Each kidney is about 4 to 5 inches long and 2 to 3 inches wide. Each kidney is made up of small, complex units called nephrons .

New research by the University of Bristol has found that the microscopic structure of human kidney is different to what was previously known. The kidney is a key organ balancing blood and body ...

The 12th workshop has been held from May 12 - 16, 2025 focusing on hands-on whole kidney and single nephron function analysis and models of acute and chronic kidney disease.The number of participants ...

The important roles of microRNAs (miRNAs) in kidney development, homeostasis and disease are becoming increasingly recognized. These small, non-coding RNA molecules are now understood to ...

References: van Eeghen SA, Pyle L, Narongkiatikhun P, et al. Unveiling mechanisms underlying kidney function changes during sex hormone therapy. J Clin Invest. 2025;135(9):e190850. doi:10.1172 ...