Aim: To assess the effect of green tea and honey on atrazine induced nephrotoxicity in albino Wistar rats. Study Design: Experimental study. Place and Duration of Study: Department of Clinical Chemistry and Department of Anatomy, Rivers State University, Port Harcourt, between Au...
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Research Article10.9734/ijanr/2025/v8i172
Background: Vascular calcification is prevalent in patients with chronic kidney disease (CKD) and significantly contributes to cardiovascular morbidity and mortality. Abdominal aortic calcification (AAC) detected by X-ray is less documented in anatomical distribution and severity...
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Research Article10.9734/ijanr/2025/v8i171
Aim: This study aims to highlight the risks associated with unsanctioned indigenous medical practices and advocate for increased awareness and medical oversight. Case presentation: We present four cases that presented to Nephrology department of SMS medical college & hospital...
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Research Article10.9734/ijanr/2025/v8i170
Background: The increasing use of preservatives like sodium benzoate and vitamin C in food and beverages has raised concerns about potential health risks, including the formation of benzene, a carcinogenic compound. This study evaluated the nephrotoxic effect of sodium benzoate,...
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Research Article10.9734/ijanr/2025/v8i169
Chronic kidney disease (CKD) is a significant public health issue with a rising prevalence globally. Diabetic kidney disease (DKD), a leading cause of CKD, necessitates improved biomarkers for early detection and effective management. Traditional markers such as serum creatinine,...
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Research Article10.9734/ijanr/2025/v8i168
Background: Gut dysbiosis is linked to chronic kidney disease (CKD) and cardiovascular disease progression. By addressing dysbiosis, probiotics may enrich the gut microbiota, boost immunological response, restore intestinal permeability, and promote anti-inflammatory effects, pos...
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Research Article10.9734/ijanr/2025/v8i167
Background: Iron deficiency anemia remains a major public health issue in India, necessitating effective supplementation strategies. Recent advancements, such as liposomal iron formulations, have garnered attention for their enhanced bioavailability and tolerability. This study a...
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Research Article10.9734/ijanr/2024/v7i166
Renal sympathetic denervation (RSDN) is a minimally invasive endovascular catheter treatment that treats resistant hypertension (high blood pressure that cannot be brought under control with medicines) by employing radiofrequency ablation or ultrasound ablation. Using radiofreque...
Aims: Chronic kidney disease (CKD) is a common, progressive, and dynamic disease. It often regresses over time despite the fact that treatment has been shown to slow the progression of the disease. Biomarkers allow monitoring of disease activity in the early stages of the disease...
Aims: To estimate frequency of intra-dialytic hypertension in Indian maintenance hemdialysis patients. to describe the clinical profile of patients with intra-dialyticypertension. Study Design: Observational descriptive study. Place and Duration of Study: Dialysis unit Father Mul...