When your kidneys reach the stage of failure (also known as end-stage renal disease or ESRD), it means they are no longer able to filter waste and excess fluid from your blood effectively. This is a serious condition, but there are effective kidney failure treatment options to manage it and support your quality of life.… Read more

Introduction Our kidneys play a crucial role in filtering out waste products from our blood, including phosphorus. When kidney function declines in chronic kidney disease (CKD), the ability to filter phosphorus decreases. This can lead to high phosphate levels, a concern throughout the progression of CKD, and especially important in End-Stage Kidney Disease (ESKD). Phosphate… Read more

Lanthanum carbonate, a powerful phosphate binder, plays a crucial role in managing hyperphosphatemia associated with chronic kidney disease (CKD). This medication works by preventing excess phosphate absorption in the body, which can cause bone problems, blood vessel hardening, and increased heart disease risk. However, despite its effectiveness, lanthanum carbonate's future remains uncertain as questions arise… Read more

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