Brazilian Journal of Nephrology

BJN, which publishes quarterly peer-reviewed articles, is Brazilian Society of Nephrology's official open access journal.

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Study validates the Brazilian Portuguese version of the IPOS-Renal, a reliable tool to assess biopsychosocial symptoms in patients with stage 5 CKD receiving palliative care.

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#Nephrology #PalliativeCare #CKD

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Study analyzes the link between the KDPI and 1-year outcomes in kidney transplant recipients in Brazil.

Higher KDPI was associated with greater risk of death, graft loss, eGFR <30 mL/min/1.73m², and poorer kidney function.

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🧫 Glomerular diseases in Brazil: a 25-year cohort

Among 417 patients, membranous nephropathy was the most frequent primary GD and lupus nephritis the most common secondary.

Higher BMI, lower eGFR, and greater IFTA were linked to worse outcomes.

🔗 https://t.co/zVD7Md1zw8

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🧠 Real-world outcomes in pediatric IgA nephropathy

Observed eGFR decline was higher than predicted by the International IgAN Prediction Tool, highlighting the need for early intervention.

🔗 Read more: https://t.co/hcYFZjaglK

#IgAN #PediatricNephrology #BJN

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Review discusses how microvascular rarefaction and skin sodium influence arterial hypertension. Changes in skin capillaries and microvascular density increase peripheral resistance and may guide new therapeutic strategies.

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Study analyzes 25 years of the Brazilian Dialysis Survey (1999–2023).

The dialysis population in Brazil has become older, with a higher prevalence of overweight, while positive serology for hepatitis B—and especially C—has dropped dramatically.

https://t.co/xSV6RwHCgS

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Study of 360 COVID-19 patients in Latin America: 76% had AKD (proteinuria and/or AKI).

Mortality increased with severity. Supports using AKD as a framework for early interventions and prevention.

🔗 https://t.co/L9niMAotjP

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Study evaluates quality of life in 560 CKD patients, showing that disease stage, education, and comorbidities strongly impact HRQoL scores.

Findings highlight the importance of early interventions and holistic management.

🔗 Read more: https://t.co/WaEIbrfRP5

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Review analyzes physicians’ and medical students’ aesthetic perceptions of Visual Abstracts.

Preferences include use of icons, original colors, and IMRaD structure.

Findings help guide the design of visual abstracts for greater impact.

Read more: https://t.co/jpddTpAwNo

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🧠 A study of 119 hemodialysis patients found a high prevalence of psychiatric disorders (52.1%), especially GAD (42%) and depression (18.5%).

Women and patients with <5 years of treatment had a higher risk.

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🔍 A randomized crossover trial with 21 chronic HD patients tested personalized nutritional counseling based on VARK learning styles.

No significant reduction in interdialytic weight gain was observed (baseline IDWG 2.61 ± 1.08 L; p = 0.55).

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📌 Study of 250 dialysis patients in Brazil shows high prevalence of fibrous osteitis (54.5%), mixed bone disease (30.4%), and aluminum toxicity (46.8%). Bone biopsy data over 17 years highlight the importance of ROD diagnosis.

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🧂📉 Review explores the role of the skin in hypertension: microvascular rarefaction, sodium storage, and transepidermal water loss influence blood pressure. The skin emerges as a key modulator in the pathophysiology of hypertension.

🔗 https://t.co/qvZwgbRdBC

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🦠 Integrative review highlights the risks of visceral leishmaniasis (VL) in kidney transplant candidates and recipients. Though rare, VL can impair renal function, cause relapses, and increase mortality. Early diagnosis is key.

🔗 https://t.co/hTnXEFMezA

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📉 A retrospective study in Portugal shows a decline in the incidence of renal AA amyloidosis over the past 40 years.

📈 Patients are now diagnosed later and live longer, although renal and overall survival have not improved.

🔗 https://t.co/YsqqR1a3qM

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📊 In 1,973 HD patients, high PTH at dialysis start persisted after 1 year, suggesting poor prior management and higher risk of parathyroidectomy. Risk factors: younger age, no diabetes, and high alkaline phosphatase.

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📈 Study analyzes the temporal trend of hospitalizations for renal neoplasia in Brazil (2013–2023). A significant increase in rates was observed across all regions, with higher incidence among older adults and males.

🔗 https://t.co/vsaCCONPUR

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🔎 Long-term study on lupus nephritis (LN) reveals key predictors of poor renal outcomes: baseline eGFR <75 mL/min and proteinuria >3.5 g/24 h.

Early diagnosis and management are crucial to improve prognosis.

📄 Read more: https://t.co/AbOlji5FtT

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🔍 MicroRNAs and vascular dysfunction in chronic kidney disease (CKD)
Reduced levels of miR-126, miR-133a, and miR-204-5p are associated with endothelial inflammation and vascular calcification — potential targets in translational medicine.

📄 Read: https://t.co/0V5INtT6rp

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Alkaline-encrusted pyelitis after kidney transplant: Ureterovesical fistula led to ureteral reimplantation. CT showed linear urothelial calcification. C. urealyticum identified. Treated with IV linezolid, ascorbic acid, and Suby G via nephrostomy.

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