The Dialysis Access Consortium results show that clopidogrel has short-term efficacy against thrombosis, but frequent suitability failure in hemodialysis patients. Medscape Medical News
Hepatitis C virus (HCV) infection remains frequent in patients with chronic kidney disease. Several authors have reported on efficacy and safety of antiviral therapy for hepatitis C in this polulation but there is no clear consensus on management. Journal of Viral Hepatitis
Researchers predict the prevalence of end-stage renal disease (ESRD) in the US will rise over 60% from 2005 to 2020, a change that will have important ramifications for the delivery of healthcare to this population. Reuters Health Information
Causes of graft loss were determined by reviewing clinical and histologic information in 1317 conventional kidney recipients. American Journal of Transplantation
A live birth in women with a functioning kidney graft does not adversely affect long-term patient or graft survival, according to a report in the September 24th online issue of the Journal of the American Society of Nephrology. Reuters Health Information
Previous studies showed an increase in the size and excellent graft function of paediatric kidneys transplanted to adults up to 1 year following transplantation. The long-term outcome is now examined. Nephrology Dialysis Transplantation
