In this illustration, a mass (depicted as jagged) is shown on a kidney (Level I, at left). The tumor extends up the inferior vena cava vein (blue) to the liver (Level III) and approaches the heart ...

Ryuichi Nishinakamura’s quest to build a transplantable kidney began in the 1990s, when the nephrologist found he had little to offer his patients. At times he was ridiculed for setting such an ...

In this Ask The Professor Q&A, David St-Jules, a registered dietitian and assistant professor in the Department of Nutrition, and Dr. John Westhoff, associate professor in the School of Medicine and ...

In its early stages, kidney disease may not cause any symptoms or signs. However, as it progresses, it can cause symptoms such as itchy skin, pruritus, and a rash. Around 35.5 million adults in the ...

Kidney diseases are increasingly common, affecting millions, with many unaware of their condition. About 40% of people with severely reduced kidney function are unaware of it, as per the CDC. Beyond ...

Our kidneys perform many important functions, that include filtering blood, and keeping the body balanced. When they fail, toxins build up and show on the skin. Spotting these early helps one get ...

Allen and Simon Agoussoye, a close friend and artist, are hosting their second paint and sip event with brunch on Jan. 25 ...