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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…
Hong Yang, Zhihua Deng, Yingxue Zhong, Lianghong Yin, Fanna Liu, Yu Chen
Introduction: Arteriovenous fistula (AVF) operation is recognized a gold standard of hemodialysis for end-stage renal disease. Because various complications may occur during perioperative period, medical care plays an important role in improving the possibili…
Luiz Eduardo Corrêa Schein, Juraci Almeida Cesar
Introduction: Hemodialysis is the most common end-stage renal disease treatment worldwide. Several factors may influence treatment outcomes. Adequacy (dose) of hemodialysis remains controversial; however, investigations on the effectiveness rate (Kt/V ≥ 1.2),…
Mathurin Pierre Kowo, Sylvain Raoul Simeni Njonnou, Murielle Sonia Mehly Ngninzeko, Firmin Ankouane Andoulo, Antonin Ndjitoyap Ndam, Michelle Tagny Sartre, Vicky Ama Moor, Jeanne Ngongang, François Folefack Kaze
Introduction: Hepatitis C virus (HCV) infection is a worldwide public health problem with multisystemic involvements including kidneys. We assessed the prevalence and determinants of kidney markers among HCV infected subjects. Methods: A cross-sectional study…
A. E. Oczachowska-Kulik, J. A. Ejlersen, J. J. Jensen, M. H. Malmberg, J. N. Bech
Background: Previous studies have shown that chloride liberal fluids may be associated with worse renal outcomes. Deterioration of kidney function during hyperchloremia/chloride overload is believed to be induced by disturbances in renal perfusion, but exact…
Francois Folefack Kaze, Mathurin Pierre Kowo, Irene Nintcheu Wagou, Mahamat Maimouna, Hermine Danielle Menye Ebana Fouda, Marie Patrice Halle
Introduction: Haematological disorders are common complications of chronic kidney disease (CKD) leading by anemia which increase with the severity of the disease. Objective: Assess the haematological profile of CKD patients stages 3 to 5 non-dialysed seen at…
Effiong Ekong Akpan, Udeme Ekpenyong Ekrikpo, Aniema Isaac-Assam Udo, Aniedi Victor Umoh, Idongesit Odudu Umoh
Background: Chronic kidney disease (CKD) is usually progressive, often resulting in end-stage renal disease (ESRD). The two most common causes of renal disease, hypertension and diabetes mellitus contribute greatly to the mobility and mortality associated wit…
Fousseny Diakité, Mamadou Saliou Baldé, Alpha Koné, Moussa Traoré, Ibrahima Chérif, Alpha Boubacar Bah, Mohamed Tassilmy Diaby, Alpha Oumar Bah, Mohamed Lamine Kaba
Introduction: Dialytic high blood pressure (DHBP), although often ignored, is now recognized as a recurring and persistent phenomenon in a subgroup of hemodialysized patients. Its occurrence is associated with an increased risk of hospitalization and death. T…
Sidy Mohamed Seck, Dominique Doupa, Seraphin Ahou, Serigne Gueye, Macia Engerran, Lamine Gueye
Introduction: Diabetes is a leading cause of chronic kidney disease in the world. During the next decade, its burden is expected to increase in Africa with potential complications such as chronic kidney disease. However, epidemiology and risk factors of diabe…
Pierre Eric Gandzali-Ngabe, Richard Loumingou, Hamadoun Yattara, Donatien Moukassa
Hydrocarbons are dangerous for health, and American Society of Nephrology has already described renal involvement by Hydrocarbon. The Republic of Congo produces oil but there is no study among these working with hydrocarbon to evaluate their renal status. The…
Manal Alotaibi, Farhan Ali, Sharon Leung, Rebecca Kent
Metformin is known to be an effective treatment for patients with type 2 diabetes mellitus. Metformin induced lactic acidosis (MALA) is a serious illness which should identify and treat urgently. In this review article, we will present our own data and review…
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