Kidney Disorders Health News

Fluoroquinolones such as Cipro, Levaquin should be reserved for life-threatening infections

But concerns, child's health history should be discussed with anesthesiologists before surgery

Surgeons use the technology to better visualize and prepare for tumor-removal procedure

Study found an association -- but no proof -- of prolonged survival 

Cancer and dementia patients get more access to palliative care, VA study finds

Odds of death due to heart disease 15 percent higher in black Americans with both conditions, study finds

In stroke patients, the cholesterol-lowering drugs might reduce infection risk, study says

Driving cholesterol down to very low levels produced no extra benefit

Study found 1 in 20 residents developed a UTI in average month, but many facilities lack preventive measures

Small trial suggests device might be feasible, potentially freeing patients from dialysis machines

Study found new training method led to fewer cases of painful, potentially dangerous infections

Researchers say inflammation or cigarette by-product may play a role

Too few warn patients of their risk for kidney disease, study says

Study found higher odds for heart attack, stroke in people who consumed more sodium daily

Exercise also touted as an answer to 'nocturia'