Biopsia renal
Una biopsia renal es la extracción de una pequeña pieza de tejido del riñón, que se analiza para ciertas enfermedades. Una biopsia de riñón puede ser percutánea, es decir, a través de la piel o por un procedimiento quirúrgico en el que el médico opera para abrir el paciente y extraer el fragmento.
Might a low EGFR indicate a serious condition?
Por Dr David Game
2024-11-21
Here, Dr David Game, a leading consultant nephrologist, explains to us what a low EGFR typically means in a routine blood test, outlines the main causes of low EGFR levels, and tells us how exactly a low EGFR is detected. Ver más
Albuminuria: how can it impact my body?
Por Dr Daniel Jones
2024-11-19
Albuminuria is a condition which can severely impact the kidneys, and may be an indicator of kidney disease. We speak to renowned consultant nephrologist Dr Daniel Jones, who analyses the condition, including how it is detected, its impact on the body, and treatment options. Ver más
What is acute kidney injury, and what are the causes?
Por Dr Rhys Evans
2024-11-18
Here, highly experienced and reputable consultant nephrologist, Mr Rhys Evans, discusses acute kidney injury in expert detail, outlining how it is diagnosed, treated, and best prevented. Ver más
Blood in your urine? Here's what you need to know
Por Dr David Game
2024-11-10
If you find blood in your urine, what should you do? Why does it happen? And why can our urine look more or less concentrated at different times in the day? London-based nephrologist Dr David Game is here to answer these, and more, questions about haematuria. Ver más