This content is machine translated SGLT2 inhibitors and glucocorticoids Protective effect on kidney function is maintained SGLT2 inhibitors have been shown in randomized trials to be effective in improving cardiovascular and renal outcomes. However, the populations in these studies were carefully selected, usually excluding patients under...…
View Post 3 min This content is machine translated Phimosis and penile cancer under SGLT2i Increased risk for men with T2D In recent years, sodium-glucose cotransporter 2 inhibitors (SGLT2i) have been widely used in the treatment of type 2 diabetes, as they not only provide improved glycemic control, but also offer...…
View Post 5 min This content is machine translated Glomerulonephritis: IgA nephropathy Pathogenesis-based and nephroprotective therapeutic approaches Immunoglobulin (Ig) A nephropathy is considered an important cause of end-stage renal failure. Therefore, from today’s perspective, IgA nephropathy should not be classified as a benign disease. Fortunately, the treatment...…
View Post 3 min This content is machine translated GLP-1 receptor agonists in type 2 diabetes Nephroprotection with semaglutide and liraglutide – direct or indirect effects? In a post-hoc analysis of large randomized placebo-controlled trials, HbA1c and body weight and blood pressure were examined as mediator variables regarding the renal protective effects of the GLP-1 receptor…
View Post 3 min This content is machine translated Diabetic kidney disease Canagliflozin approved in fast track for diabetic nephropathy Kidney protection is extremely important for diabetes sufferers. Recently, canagliflozin became the first SGLT-2 inhibitor in Switzerland to receive a marketing authorization extension to reduce the risk of progression to…
View Post 7 min This content is machine translated Proteinuria What clarifications and therapeutic measures are to be taken? Proteinuria must always be taken seriously. Further clarification depends on the clinic, the severity of proteinuria, and whether there is concomitant microhematuria and/or renal insufficiency. If glomerular disease is suspected,…
