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Open Journal of Nephrology (OJNEPH) is an international scientific journal dedicated to the publication and public discussion of high quality original research in all the fields of astrophysics and space sciences and related technology. All the manuscripts must be prepared in English and are subject to a rigorous and…
Jacques Vigan, Patricia Ahouansou Yekpe, Sonia Adjanohoun, Séraphin Ahoui, Bruno Leopold Agboton, Hosana Kpoviessi SM, Olivier Biaou
Whether on dialysis or not, native kidneys in chronic kidney disease (CKD) patients undergo morphological and structural changes. Objective: To study native kidney morphometric and structural aspects in CKD patients on dialysis and non-dialysis patients. Meth…
Konan Serge Didier, Kissou Pegdebamba François, Guei Monlet Cyr, Diopoh Sery Patrick, Aka Jean Astrid, Yao Kouamé Hubert
Context: Due to the late referral of the pads to the nephrologist and the lack of medical follow-up, many patients are admitted with complications from kidney disease requiring the urgent start of hemodialysis sessions. Purpose: Study the profile of emergency…
Shengfang Xie, Fengfeng Ge, Meixiao Sheng, Yuanzhang Yao, Liming Fang, Houcai Huang, Wei Zhang
This study was conducted to investigate the effect of Shenning II decoction on renal function, renal pathology, epithelial-to-mesenchymal transition (EMT), and Wnt/beta-catenin signaling in unilateral ureteral obstruction (UUO) renal fibrosis. Sprague-Dawley…
Fouda Menye Epse Ebana Hermine Danielle, Ladze Clavis Berinyuy, Mahamat Maimouna, Nzana Victorine Bandolo, Ndjong Emmanuel, Kaze Folefack Francois
Background: Elderly patients have a high risk of acute Kidney Injury (AKI) due to aging, decreased renal function and the presence of comorbidities. There is limited data on AKI in elderly patients in low income regions, especially in Sub-Saharan Africa. We t…
Saharé Fongoro, Seydou Sy, Magara Samaké, Hamadoun Yattara, Moctar Coulibaly, Aboubacar Sidiki Fofana, Brahima Dégoga, Atabième Kodio, Eyram Yoan Makafui Amekoudi, Djénèba Diallo, Djénéba Maiga, Aboudou M. Dolo, Moustapha Tangara, Nouhoum Coulibaly, Kalilou Coulibaly, Ibrahima Koné
Context: The coexistence in the same patient of a mixed connectivitis or Sharp’s syndrome is a rare eventuality. Objective: To underline the presence of this mixed connectivitis in our practice, whose prevalence remains unknown, particularly in Africa and mor…
Saharé Fongoro, Magara Samaké, Seydou Sy, Hamadoun Yattara, Djénèba Diallo, Jacques Coulibaly, Moctar Coulibaly, Aboubacar Sidiki Fofana, Atabième Kodio, Djénéba Maiga, Aboudou M. Dolo, Moustapha Tangara, Nouhoum Coulibaly, Brahima Dégoga, Ibrahima Koné
Beta-2-microglobulin (B2M) is a low molecular weight polypeptide (11,800 Da) that exists in a free form and a form bound to cell membranes (light chains of HLA class I molecules). Their dosage is used in the exploration and monitoring of renal function in hae…
Said Sayed Ahmed Khamis, Rawhia Hassan El Edel, Ahmed Mohamed Zahran, Mohamed Ali Ibrahim, Khaled Mohamed Amin El Zorkany
Objectives: To estimate the prevalence of chronic kidney disease (CKD) in first and second degree relatives of Hemodialysis patients. Background: Early detection and intervention of chronic kidney disease (CKD) may prevent or delay the progression and achieve…
A. Dieng, M. A. Ba, A. Sy, M. Ndongo, B. Ndiaye, M. S. Diawara, M. Faye, Mo Faye, B. Ba, N. Keita, S. Diagne, C. Ouanekpone, A. T. Lemrabott, M. M. Cissé, E. F. Ka, A. Niang
Introduction: The evolution of primary FSGS is often marked by the occurrence of relapse and corticosteroid resistance and the therapeutic options are numerous and have limited effectiveness. The objective of our study was to assess our practice in this lesio…
Ferdi Karagöz, Dede Sit, Aysegül Kirankaya, Yasemin Aker Karagöz, Arif Savas, Yildiz Ipek, Bennur Esen Atay, Ahmet Engin Atay
Objective: Acute Kidney Injury (AKI) is a serious early complication that significantly increases the mortality rate in patients with acute pancreatitis (AP). AKI can improve with an early diagnosis and appropriate treatment protocols. We aimed to evaluate th…
Said S. A. Khamis, Yassein Salah, Nahla El-Ghalban, Hany S. Elbarbary
Objective: To evaluate the correlation between residual renal function and hypertension in regular haemodialysis patients. Background: Initiating chronic dialysis treatment gives end-stage renal disease patients a new lease on life. However, the annual mortal…
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