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CJKHD, the official journal of CSN. We publish fundamental science and clinical science in the field of kidney health. Based in Canada|Turtle Island, we recognize our reparative responsibility to uplift the knowledges and expertise of Indigenous peoples.

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CJKHD @cjkhd.bsky.social · Nov 23

The Canadian Journal of Kidney Health and Disease (CJKHD) is a peer-reviewed, open access, pubmed-indexed journal and is the official journal of the Canadian Society of Nephrology. We welcome fundamental science and clinical science submissions in the field of kidney health...

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Kidney #transplantation in children with #kidneydisease: navigating the experiences and educational needs of patients and caregivers 👨‍👩‍👧‍👦 #pediatricnephrology @usask.ca @sagepub.com @csnscn.bsky.social

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Overview of categories and subcategories pertaining to patient and caregiver transplant experiences.

January 29, 2026 at 4:58 PM

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A #casereport and #literaturereview of renal cortical necrosis due to antiphospholipid syndrome. 🔬 #biopsy #necrosis #AKI @unityhealthto.bsky.social @csnscn.bsky.social

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Kidney biopsy findings at initial diagnosis of thrombotic microangiopathy (A, B) and postoperative renal cortical necrosis (C, D, E). Initial kidney biopsy reflecting thrombotic microangiopathy: (A) Glomerulus showing features of acute thrombotic microangiopathy: dilated capillary loops, mesangiolysis (white star) and fibrin thrombus (white arrow). In addition, periglomerular fibrosis due to chronic hypoperfusion. PAS 40×. (B) Ultrastructural features of chronic microangiopathy: subendothelial widening by fluffy proteinaceous material separating the endothelial cell from the GBM (white star) and forming double contours (white arrow). Endothelial cell hypertrophy (orange star) (TEM 20000×). Postoperative kidney biopsy: (C) Extensive necrosis (coagulative) with interstitial hemorrhage (white arrows). (H&E 20×). (D) Coagulative necrosis, interstitial inflammation (white arrows) in areas of reperfusion (H&E, 20×). (E) Extensive cortical necrosis (H&E 4×).

January 28, 2026 at 1:59 PM

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The CSN-QUIS committee is expanding the QI curriculum for Nephrology trainees in Canada 🇨🇦. #trainingprograms #positiveexperience #implementationscience

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CSN-QUIS nephrology fellow QI curriculum.

January 20, 2026 at 5:06 PM

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Our systematic review suggests #CKD is a growing challenge in Latin America, with a prevalence of 15.9%.

Global diagnostic criteria and prevention strategies for vulnerable populations are urgently needed. #KidneyHealth #Epidemiology @csnscn.bsky.social @sagepub.com

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CKD prevalence varies across Latin America. Among individual studies: Argentina 24.16%, Haiti 27.14%, Nicaragua 9.14%, Peru 16.83%, Panama 12.00%, Cuba 9.63%, Ecuador 7.26%. In countries with multiple studies: Brazil 13.91%, Mexico 20.79%, El Salvador 15.31%, Chile 20.58%. #CKD #Epidemiology

January 19, 2026 at 1:08 PM

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A pragmatic trial to inform center-wide policy on the optimal dialysate magnesium concentration for patient health. #hemodialysis #DialMag #healthcare @csnscn.bsky.social

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PRECIS-2 wheel highlighting the pragmatism of the Dial-Mag trial for 9 domains.

January 15, 2026 at 6:09 PM

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Patients’ and healthcare providers’ experiences with incremental #hemodialysis: our qualitative study outlines benefits, challenges, and practical recommendations for safe implementation. #MUHC #Nephrology #QualityofLife
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Figure 1. Main themes and practical considerations when implementing incremental hemodialysis.

January 14, 2026 at 12:12 PM

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A pragmatic trial to inform center-wide policy on the optimal dialysate magnesium concentration for patient health. #hemodialysis #DialMag
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Summary of components of the protocol-based fluid management prescription.

January 5, 2026 at 11:34 AM

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Filling the gaps in #glomerulonephritis care: Ontario Renal Network’s new multidisciplinary model to improve access to timely and effective multidisciplinary GN care. #OntarioHealth
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Prevalence of individuals with a multidisciplinary visit under the GN model of care.

December 24, 2025 at 1:42 PM

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Desmopressin for #kidneybiopsy in patients with #CKD has efficacy for reducing bleeding outcomes. Despite this, it does not completely mitigate the increased bleeding risk of lower GFR levels (≤stage 3b) and is not a panacea for this outcome. @csnscn.bsky.social

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December 16, 2025 at 12:23 PM

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From Risk and Vulnerability to Preparedness and Resiliency: An Opinion Piece on Championing Disaster and Emergency Risk Reduction and Management in #KidneyCare. @csnscn.bsky.social @cjkhd.bsky.social @mcgilluniversity.bsky.social

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Person-level or individual factors that contribute to inequitable impacts of disasters

November 24, 2025 at 1:02 PM

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A QI intervention showed early signs of success in reducing time to #kidneytransplant listing and improved access for #Indigenous patients at an academic tertiary care center. @mcgilluniversity.bsky.social @cjkhd.bsky.social @csnscn.bsky.social

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Multifaceted QI intervention to reduce time to transplant listing

November 18, 2025 at 12:26 PM

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#Nephrology fellows trained in #POCUS can detect hydronephrosis & small kidneys with high specificity!

A structured workshop improves confidence, speeds up imaging,& enhances patient satisfaction #kidneyweek @unityhealthto.bsky.social @csnscn.bsky.social @cjkhd.bsky.social

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Self-reported nephrology fellow kidney POCUS skill level. (A) Pre-workshop, (B) Post-workshop.

November 17, 2025 at 1:21 PM

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Unpacking the contributors of #genderdisparity in living #kidneydonation in different societies and health systems: key insights gained @csnscn.bsky.social @mcgilluniversity.bsky.social

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Figure 2. A summary of the key insights gained during this participatory research that helped inform the methods of a large multinational qualitative research study that we will undertake to unpack the contributors of gender disparity in living kidney donation in different societies and health systems.

November 4, 2025 at 12:34 PM

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Weight management in #CKD patients is key to transplantation eligibility. 12 patients discuss lack of support, family eating habits, endurance, and values of quality of life as key factors to consider. #kidneydisease #obesity @westernu.ca @csnscn.bsky.social

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A table with columns headers “theme” and “supporting statement”. The theme column list the major themes found in the study interviews. The supporting statements column list examples of participant quotes that describe the associated theme.

October 30, 2025 at 4:54 PM

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A scoping review found more differences than similarities in #sexandgender related to depression in #hemodialysis patients. Notably higher rates of #depression was observed in females. #kidneyfailure @csnscn.bsky.social @cjkhd.bsky.social @ualberta.bsky.social

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Summary of sex and gender characteristics of adults on hemodialysis experiencing depression and depressive symptoms (n = 25).

October 27, 2025 at 11:20 AM

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Barriers to uptake of evidence-based therapies in the C.a.R.E clinic. @UHN @CSNSCN #kidneyhealth #MedEd

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Reasons for non-usage of evidence-based therapies in the C.a.R.E clinic.

October 22, 2025 at 11:05 AM

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The CanSolveCKD team is adapting mykidneysmyhealth.com to better support diverse communities with #CKD. Through patient-oriented research, Indigenous engagement & inclusive design, they're improving access, cultural relevance & sexual health support @csnscn.bsky.social

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My Kidneys My Health - Living Well with Chronic Kidney Disease

Your comprehensive guide to living well with Chronic Kidney Disease (CKD). Explore diet, medications, symptoms, mental health, and daily life management resources.

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October 21, 2025 at 12:35 PM

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This pragmatic randomized control trial determined whether the addition of a virtual monitoring platform can reduce emergency department visits and hospitalizations in advanced #CKD patients. @csnscn.bsky.social @umanitoba.bsky.social

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October 20, 2025 at 11:15 AM

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A #NarrativeReview identifies key barriers that limit the donation of #kidneygrafts after death and proposes different initiatives for potentially expanding the donor pool. #organdonation @mcmasteruniversity.bsky.social @sickkidsto.bsky.social @csnscn.bsky.social

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October 17, 2025 at 12:41 PM

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The impact of #chronickidneydisease -associated pruritus on quality of life, gaps in care, and the importance of systematic symptom screening. #dialysis @queensuresearch.bsky.social @csnscn.bsky.social

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This figure shows the therapies used by individuals classified as having moderate-to-severe CKD-aP. Of those with moderate-to-severe CKD-aP, 29% were using over-the-counter medications, 1% were using cannabinoids, 9% were taking prescribed Gabapentin or Pregabalin, and 18% were using a combination of these therapies (of these patients 1 was prescribed antihistamines in addition to other treatments). 42% were using no treatments.

October 14, 2025 at 11:29 AM

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Calcium isn’t just about bones. In dialysis patients, high serum calcium with low #vitaminD meant weaker muscles; supplements helped. Time to rethink calcium’s neuromuscular role. #CalciumMetabolism #Nephrology #Sarcopenia @cjkhd.bsky.social @csnscn.bsky.social

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Figure 4. Mean serum 25(OH)D levels from supplement vs non-supplement groups.

October 10, 2025 at 3:01 PM

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A #clinicalresearch protocol looks at the prevalence of cognitive impairment in patients undergoing hemodialysis using #VirtualReality cognitive testing
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Figure 2. Montreal cognitive assessment (MoCA).

October 7, 2025 at 11:57 AM

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The KRESCENT 2.0 Health Research Training Platform grant process represents a pan-Canadian effort to fund the next generation of kidney scientists through the KRESCENT platform. #kidneydisease #kidneydiseaseawareness #kidneyhealth @csnscn.bsky.social @cjkhd.bsky.social

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