Pandemic worsens inequalities in kidney care

Renal stones are an often painful condition that is on the up in the western world, increasing by roughly 60% over the last 10-years alone. Not only is there a one in 13 chance of getting a stone in your lifetime, but after treatment you then have a 50% chance of recurrence. Kidney stones, while … Continued

The Renal Association and British Renal Society are excited to be once again hosting a joint conference and will be the biggest multi-disciplinary UK event for the renal community in 2020, covering Clinical Nephrology, Laboratory Science, Multiprofessional Care, Paediatric Nephrology and Continuing Professional Development. Visit www.ukkw.org.uk to register. Nephrology Conferences will provide a perfect platform to … Continued

A diagnosis of kidney stones is becoming more common, with around 10% of the population thought to be at risk in their lifetime. With a 50% chance of recurrence, treatment decisions and lifestyle choices are key after diagnosis. Most kidney stones present with some sort of symptoms, whether that’s severe pain in the loin or … Continued