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Kidney Topics Diet after kidney transplant After transplant, most patients will have more freedom with their diet, but healthy choices and food safety are important.Trasplante y donación de órganos y tejidos,Dieta y nutrición,Trasplante de riñón
Kidney Topics What Causes High Blood Pressure? High blood pressure affects many adults and can go unnoticed. Causes include smoking, being overweight, and inactivity. Regular checkups can help mana...Enfermedades y condiciones,Enfermedad cardiovascular,Hipertensión
Kidney Topics Filtración glomerular estimada (FGe) Esta información le ayudará a aprender más sobre la salud renal.Pruebas y procedimientos,Análisis de sangre,Tasa de filtración glomerular
Kidney Topics Estimated Glomerular Filtration Rate (eGFR) Learn about eGFR, how your kidneys filter waste, and why early detection of CKD is crucial for protecting kidney health. Pruebas y procedimientos,Análisis de sangre,Tasa de filtración glomerular
Kidney Topics Acute Kidney Injury (AKI) Acute kidney injury (AKI) occurs when kidneys suddenly lose their ability to filter waste from the blood, developing within hours or days. It replaces...Enfermedades y condiciones,Enfermedades y condiciones renales,Lesión renal aguda
Kidney Topics Vitamins and Minerals in Chronic Kidney Disease Are you getting enough vitamins and minerals for your health? If you have chronic kidney disease or kidney failure, here’s what you need to know.Enfermedades y condiciones,Dieta y nutrición,Enfermedades y condiciones renales,Vitaminas, nutrientes, minerales y suplementos,Enfermedad renal crónica
Kidney Topics Calcium Oxalate Stones Calcium oxalate stones are common kidney stones caused by high oxalate levels. Learn about risk factors, prevention tips, and dietary guidelines.
Kidney Topics Healthy Hydration and Your Kidneys Healthy hydration means having the right amount of water in your body. Too little water is dehydration, and too much is fluid overload.
Kidney Topics La Hidratación Saludable y los Riñones Acerca de la hidratacin saludable La conexin entre el rin y la hidratacin saludable Recomendaciones para las personas con enfermedad crnica del ...
Kidney Topics Staying Fit With Kidney Disease Exercise is important for people with kidney disease. It improves strength, energy, and overall health. Always consult your doctor before starting any...Prevención, vida diaria y bienestar,Enfermedades y condiciones,Ejercicio y actividad física,Enfermedades y condiciones renales
Filtración glomerular estimada (FGe)Pruebas y procedimientos,Análisis de sangre,Tasa de filtración glomerular
Enfermedad renal crónica (ERC)Enfermedades y condiciones,Signos y síntomas,Enfermedades y condiciones renales,Enfermedad renal crónica
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