UNDERSTANDING KIDNEY DISEASE
Chronic kidney disease: The overlooked comorbidity in people with HIV
Undetectable HIV viral load eliminates transmission risk, transforming care in renal clinics
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Diabetes: The top cause of chronic kidney disease1 in 3 adults with diabetes suffer from chronic kidney disease (CKD) and it affects up to 40% of patients with Type 2 diabetes.
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The silent crisis: Examining acute kidney injury
Key symptoms to identify for early detection of acute kidney injury
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Early warning signs of kidney cancerTumors often discovered incidentally; symptoms include painless haematuria and swelling
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TREATMENT OPTIONS
Cutting-edge technologies revolutionize early intervention in kidney diseaseDonor-specific metabolic targeting, xenotransplantation advances, HLA matching, and genomic sequencing transform kidney care landscape
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The cost of kidney transplants: MOH hospitals vs. partially subsidized and private facilities
Understanding financial implications for kidney transplant patients
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What patients should expect when opting for a kidney transplant
Understanding the journey from dialysis to transplantation
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Pros and cons of getting a kidney transplant
Only half of dialysis patients survive five years post-treatment
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Nephrologist says only 30 get into kidney donation programme from 21,000 in waiting listThe average waiting time for an organ transplant is between 14 and 16 years
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RESOURCES AND SUPPORT
Malaysia's dialysis rates soar 600% since 1980s, projected to double by 2040
Evolution of care faces mounting challenges amid rising cases and funding pressures
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Peritoneal dialysis and green nephrology: Malaysia's path to sustainable kidney care
A triple-win solution for patients, families and healthcare system
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Renal denervation consensus paper now published in hypertension research journalA collaborative effort to combat hypertension
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Nephrologists, patients and caregivers mark World Kidney Day with virtual forumAre supplements really preferable to prescribed medicine due to fewer side effects?
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Mybuahpinggang.com website launched to empower kidney failure patients, caregivers nationwidePractical resources on kidney diseases, treatment, dialysis and transplant
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National Kidney Foundation launches Red Bean assistance programme to aid patients with anemiaEnhancing CKD care with effective erythropoietin-stimulating agent (ESA) treatment for patients
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SELF CARE
Religious perspectives on kidney donation and organ transplantation
An exploration of faith and compassion in organ donation
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National Kidney Foundation refutes claims of viral posting promoting a cure for kidney diseaseJisheng Kidney Qi tablets - a cure for kidney disease a scam, says NKF
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Cranberries, high doses of vitamin C causes kidney stones, says clinical journalOxalate in cranberries a contributing factor
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NEWS & UPDATES
Pantai Klang opens new haemodialysis centreNew center to enhance existing renal services, including dialysis
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University Malaya to create kidney transplantation research centre following myKidney launchThe backbone of R&D in kidney transplantation
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Malaysia ranks seventh globally in dialysis treatmentsCases expected to increase to 106,249 in 2040.
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National Kidney Foundation pays homage to patients and staff600,000 individuals screened for early kidney disease signs
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