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 ...

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 ...

Kidney transplant injury associated with brain death is mediated by TNFα, independently of renal innervation, American Journal of Physiology-Renal Physiology, 329, 1, (F128-F142), (2025). https ...

Kidney disease pathophysiology, presentation, response to therapy and outcomes differ by sex and gender, but these factors are often not considered in basic and clinical studies. It is time for ...

Long-term estrogen treatment after menopause may increase the risk of new kidney damage and negatively affect women with abnormal kidney function. Share: Facebook Twitter Pinterest LinkedIN Email ...