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In-depth guides on kidney and internal medicine conditions, written by Consultant Nephrologist Dr Rory McQuillan.
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ACR and PCR urine tests: what they measure and what your result means
ACR and PCR both measure protein in urine but they measure different things. A complete guide to what each tells you and what your result means.
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Blood in urine and cancer risk: when to worry and what to do
Blood in urine can sometimes signal cancer. Here is a complete guide to the cancer risk, who is most at risk, and what investigation is needed.
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Cardiorenal syndrome: when heart and kidney disease interact
Cardiorenal syndrome describes the clinical situations where heart and kidney disease worsen each other. Here is a complete guide to the types, the treatment, and why integrated care matters.
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How to prevent recurrent kidney stones: a complete evidence-based guide
A complete evidence-based guide to preventing recurrent kidney stones. Hydration, diet, medications, and metabolic assessment for long-term protection.
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Hyponatraemia: a complete guide to low sodium
A complete guide to hyponatraemia (low sodium), the most common electrolyte disturbance. Causes, investigation, treatment, and why safe correction matters.
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IgA nephropathy: the complete guide for patients
A complete patient guide to IgA nephropathy, the most common form of glomerulonephritis worldwide. Symptoms, diagnosis, treatment, and what to expect.
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Resistant hypertension: a complete guide to high blood pressure that does not respond
Resistant hypertension affects up to 10% of patients with high blood pressure. Here is what it means, what to investigate, and what specialist care can offer.
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SGLT2 inhibitors in diabetic kidney disease: the complete guide
SGLT2 inhibitors have transformed treatment for diabetic kidney disease. Here is the complete guide to how they work, who benefits, and what to expect.
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The five stages of chronic kidney disease: a complete guide
A complete guide to the five stages of chronic kidney disease in Ireland, what each stage means, the tests behind the numbers, and what specialist care looks like at each stage.
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The genetics of polycystic kidney disease: a guide for patients and families
A complete guide to the genetics of autosomal dominant polycystic kidney disease. How it is inherited, what genetic testing shows, and what this means for families.
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Vasovagal syncope: the complete guide to the most common cause of fainting
Vasovagal syncope is the most common cause of fainting. A complete guide to what triggers it, how it is diagnosed, how to prevent it, and what specialist care can offer.
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What causes acute kidney injury? A complete guide to the main causes
A complete guide to the causes of acute kidney injury, from dehydration and sepsis to medication effects and urinary obstruction. Understanding the cause is the first step in treatment.
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