ASN 2010: Hyponatremia and Risk of Falls and Fractures in the Elderly
Older adults with hyponatremia experience increased rates of fractures and falls, but are not at higher risk for osteoporosis.
ASN 2010: Recent Studies Paint a More Complete Picture of Hyponatremia
Combo therapy with thiazide diuretics may be a major cause of symptomatic hyponatremia, especially in older females with prior cerebrovascular events.
ASN 2010: Tolvaptan Effective on Dilutional Hyponatremia, Neuro Function
Studies show tolvaptan treats significant dilutional hyponatremia and can improve patient performance in neurocognitive and gait tests.
ASN 2010: The DASH Diet, Cardiovascular Health, and Patients with CKD
Researchers continue to study the cardiovascular benefits associated with the DASH diet. Patients with CKD should adjust potassium intake.
ASN 2010: Early Nephrologist Care Reduces Risk of ESRD in CKD Patients
Patients with chronic kidney disease treated by a nephrologist earlier in the care process face decreased risk of end-stage renal disease and death.
ASN 2010: CKD May Progress Faster in African Americans and Hispanics
Study showing racial differences in rate of kidney function decline may point to new opportunities for kidney disease prevention.
ASN 2010: Hyponatremia Treatment in the Spotlight at Renal Week
Information on diagnostic and therapeutic approaches to hyponatremia, including tolvaptan and other VRAs, will be presented at this year's conference.
ASN 2010: How Can We Reduce Racial Disparities in CKD and Diabetes?
Evidence-based strategies can alleviate gaps in providers' knowledge of chronic kidney disease and diabetes in underserved patient populations.
Information for Attendees of Renal Week 2010
Scheduling, exhibit hall, and other information for attendees of Renal Week 2010 -- the 43rd Annual Meeting of the American Society of Nephrology.