A team of researchers has seemingly managed to do just that: they successfully converted a Type A human kidney into a ...

Understanding eGFR and uPCR is vital for managing IgA nephropathy to predict kidney health, guide treatment, and work ...

When Bre was carrying their second baby, the 20-week ultrasound showed he had no kidneys, a condition called bilateral renal ...

Recovering from acute kidney damage isn't just about growing kidney cells—it also requires kidney tissue to stiffen ...

A fast-aging fish is giving scientists a rare, accelerated look at how kidneys grow old—and how a common drug may slow that ...

Doctors warn that repeatedly ignoring the urge to urinate can increase the risk of UTIs, bladder stretching and kidney stress ...

Instead of two kidneys developing separately, one horseshoe kidney is formed by the kidneys fusing across the midline.

Healthy people can usually eat higher protein safely, but diets high in animal proteins may raise risks or crowd out other ...

Sharp, solid stones form inside the human body more often than you might think. Watch and listen to episode two of The ...

A health explainer details common beverages that can burden kidneys and why those choices matter for long-term disease risk.

Electrolyte drinks can be helpful in some situations, such as rehydration after heavy exercise or during illness, but most people don't need to drink them every day, and excessive consumption can ...