Chronic Kidney Disease

Community-Led Genetic Testing Approach for Chronic Kidney Disease Could Reduce Disparities in Precision Medicine, Mount Sinai Researchers Find

Using this chronic kidney disease (CKD) precision medicine framework may improve participation in genetic testing to personalize health interventions.

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Swiss Researchers Show That Hospitals Can Use Precision Medicine to Improve Effectiveness of Peritoneal Dialysis

Researchers from the University of Zurich found that a genetic variation present in about 30% of the population can affect how effective peritoneal dialysis is for these patients. Hospital leaders should be aware of this new precision medicine-based discovery.

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UPenn Researchers Identify Genes Responsible for Kidney Function and Related Hypertension

Because of the increased number of risk adjustment programs, improved diagnosis and treatment of chronic kidney disease (CKD) could trigger substantial financial benefit. This research maps a path for physicians and health systems to better utilize existing medications for their patients with CKD.

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