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Physician’s Weekly has compiled a collection of recent and noteworthy quotes from experts in nephrology.

Recent research in nephrology examines the role of palliative care in dialysis settings, complex kidney conditions, and the role of diet in patients with chronic kidney disease (CKD). Below is a sampling of what your peers have had to say on these topics.

New Treatment Targets in IgA Nephropathy

“Now that we have a better understanding of the pathophysiology of IgA nephropathy, of the mechanism, we have more options: novel therapeutic agents that directly target the key pathophysiologic steps leading to kidney failure, offering our patients new hope.” — Edgar Lerma, MD

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Protein Intake Across CKD Stages

“While moderate protein restriction may slow the progression of CKD, this might be less relevant to an older population with mild to moderate CKD. Be aware and routinely evaluate the individual’s regular food intake with attention to energy and protein.” — Carla Maria Avesani, PhD

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Integrating Palliative Care in Dialysis Settings

“There are many challenges to integrating palliative care into dialysis care that span across different levels. Given the high palliative care needs of people living on dialysis, patients and families are key drivers in changing the care paradigm.” — Jane O. Schell, MD

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Kidney Injury in Paroxysmal Nocturnal Hemoglobinuria

“The purpose of this paper is to alert physicians that kidney injury can be a manifestation of [paroxysmal nocturnal hemoglobinuria]. It also reminds clinicians to consider the possibility of kidney injury in patients with anemia with an as-yet-unknown cause.” — Michael Bromberg, MD, PhD

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