Elevated level of certain protein in urine linked to increased risk for blood clots Preliminary research suggests that higher than normal levels of the protein albumin in urine is associated with an increased risk for blood clots in the deep veins of the legs or lungs (venous thromboembolism; VTE), according to a study in the May 6 issue of JAMA. view more (2009-05-06)
New trial sparks debate over treatment of diabetic hypertensives A major new international study published in the Journal of Hypertension (July 21 2004) has challenged traditional thinking by revealing that the thiazide-like diuretic indapamide SR (Natrilix SR) has equivalent efficacy to enalapril in reducing microalbuminuria (MA) in patients with type 2 diabetes. The NESTOR (Natrilix SR versus Enalapril Study... view more... (2004-07-21)
Uric acid may provide early clues to diabetic kidney disease For patients with type 1 diabetes, increased levels of uric acid in the blood may be an early sign of diabetic kidney disease-appearing before any significant change in urine albumin level, the standard screening test, reports a study in the May 2008 issue of the Clinical Journal of the American Society of Nephrology. view more (2008-03-19)
