Acute kidney injury (AKI) is the sudden onset of kidney failure or kidney damage that happens within a few hours or days.
AKI causes a build-up of waste products in the blood making it hard for the kidneys to keep the right balance of fluid in the body.
AKI can affect other organs such as the brain, heart, and lungs. Acute kidney injury is common in older patients and who are in intensive care units.
The ISN Educational Ambassadors Program (EAP) recently supported a training at the Almenara Hospital in Lima, Peru. Led by ISN Educational Ambassador Martin Kächele from the Ulm University Hospital in Germany, the training emphasized reducing reliance on additional tests, such as X-rays or permeabilization, while improving patient outcomes through accurate catheter placement. Training participants practice catheter...
The ISN congratulates its newest ISN-Named Fellows: Megan Borkum and Neeru Agarwal for ISN-ACT (clinical trials) Rajitha A. Abeysekera for SharE-RR (registries) Somkanya Tungsanga, Nivedita Kamath, Victoria Nkunu, Caner Alparslan, Viviane Calice-Silva, Abduzhappar Gaipov, Anna Francis and Maria Pippias, for ISN-GKHA (ISN-Global Kidney Health Atlas) Learn more about our ISN-Named Fellows here These early-career ISN members were approved as ISN-Named...
Download PDF A groundbreaking study led by ISN members as part of the Kidney Care Network (KCN) initiative has been published in PLOS Medicine. This research provides critical insights into acute kidney disease (AKD) in low- and lower-middle-income countries (LLMICs) and proposes actionable solutions to address gaps in care. Read the publication here Why this study matters AKD...
Two significant research studies were accepted as late-breaking clinical trials at Kidney Week 2024 and have subsequently been published in Kidney International®. Higher Intraoperative Blood Pressure Does Not Reduce Acute Kidney Injury in Non-Cardiac Surgery: What Do the Results of the POISE-3 Trial Tell Us? The POISE-3 trial's analysis found no benefit in targeting a...
The ISN is pleased to announce the signing of a new Memorandum of Understanding with the Asociación Latinoamericana de Nefrología Pediátrica (ALANEPE). Established in 1981, ALANEPE represents pediatric nephrology specialists in the region and is affiliated with the International Pediatric Nephrology Association. By joining forces, the ISN and ALANEPE aim to foster collaboration to address shared...
Kidney International® Patients With Crush Syndrome and Kidney Disease: Lessons Learned From the Earthquake in Kahramanmaraş, Türkiye This study assessed in-hospital outcomes and related factors in 1,024 adult patients diagnosed with post-earthquake crush syndrome following the 2023 earthquakes in Kahramanmaraş, Türkiye. A 9.8% mortality rate was reported. Nonsurvivors were older, were more likely to have preexisting chronic...
Nephrology has published the paper "Structures for Quality Assurance and Measurements for Kidney Replacement Therapies: A Multinational Study From the ISN-GKHA" by Ekrikpo et al. This study evaluates the capacity for delivering quality kidney failure care globally using data from the 2023 ISN Global Kidney Health Atlas (GKHA). The findings highlight variability in quality assurance standards,...
The ISN supports a range of educational initiatives that bring expert faculty to nephrology meetings worldwide, fostering the global exchange of clinical knowledge and research insights. Are you in Bangladesh or Sri Lanka this November? Enjoy these opportunities to engage with ISN-supported events in your region! 20th Annual Convention & Scientific Seminar of the Kidney Foundation...
The ISN warmly congratulates the following researchers who received grants from the ISN Clinical Research Program to undertake vital research to advance kidney care in their communities. Michael Alao (Nigeria) "Neonatal AKI Continuum Study: A Multicenter, Longitudinal Study in Nigeria" Zulfitri Azuan Mat Daud (Malaysia) "Mobile App to Improve Nutrition Literacy Among CKD" (co-sponsored by the Asian Pacific...
The ISN endorses high-quality educational and scientific events within the kidney care community. Whether your event is big or small, if it addresses region-relevant topics, it could qualify for our endorsement. Apply for ISN endorsement for enhanced visibility, scientific merit, and educational impact. Discover all the benefits of ISN-endorsed meetings and how to apply here. Annual...
ISN Healthy Kidneys Champions are dedicated members of ISN regional boards who are championing the "Are Your Kidneys Healthy?" one-minute online quiz. Available in 26 languages, this essential tool helps individuals assess their kidney health risks and determine when to seek professional advice. Find out how ISN Healthy Kidneys Champions are increasing the quiz's impact locally How...
Upcoming ISN Granting Program deadlines: ISN Fellowships - October 1 ISN Sister Renal Centers - October 1 ISN-TTS Sister Transplant Centers - October 15 Through diverse granting programs tailored to different goals, the ISN provides exceptional opportunities...
Kidney International® Environmental Pollution to Kidney Disease: An Updated Review of Current Knowledge and Future Directions This review examines the growing body of research demonstrating the significant impact of environmental pollutants, especially air pollution, on the development and progression of kidney diseases. Short and long-term exposure to pollutants can lead to increased risk and progression of kidney...
Why is it important to nominate peers and colleagues for ISN Awards? Inspire and motivate: Recognition inspires others to strive for excellence and innovation in kidney care Promote best practices: Highlighting exemplary work spreads successful strategies in nephrology Increase support: Increased visibility attracts institutional and public support for kidney care initiatives Act quickly – the deadline is near!...
In addition to the general ISN Fellowships available for members from lower, lower-middle, and upper-middle-income countries, the ISN collaborates with various organizations, regional societies, and partners to offer fellowships tailored to specific specializations and regions. The deadline to apply is October 1. Submit your application here. These include: The ISN-UHN ExpLoRe Home Dialysis Fellowships in dialysis Ravi Mehta ISN AKI...
The ISN supported ISN Educational Ambassador Dr. Giovanni B. Fogazzi (Italy) as the key presenter at the course "What the Urinary Sediment Can Tell Nephrologists," which was held at Cotonou in Benin Republic, West Africa from May 13-15, 2024. Past ISN Fellow Dr. Francis Lalya and ISN member Dr. Jacques Vigan (both from Benin)...
Dr. Anh Nguyen (Vietnam) was awarded 1st place in the ISN Mentorship Abstract Award for her submission, "Association of I/D Polymorphism of Angiotensin-Converting Enzyme Gene in Lupus Nephritis." Read the full paper in the supplement to KI Reports on WCN'24 abstracts here Dr. Anh Nguyen is a nephrologist at Cho Ray Hospital and a senior...
The Hong Kong Society of Nephrology (HKSN) participated in the ISN Affiliated Societies Meeting at the recent WCN'24 in Buenos Aires, sharing the broad spectrum of its activities toward improving regional and global kidney care. Key points from the HKSN presentation: Membership strength Most nephrologists practicing in Hong Kong belong to the HKSN, with a membership base...
What a wonderful first day of #APCN2024. Thank you for stopping by at our booth to say hi to our CEO @CharuMalik_ISN, who is delighted to welcome you and let you know all about the ISN and the 2025 World Congress of Nephrology 🙌⚠️ Don’t forget to join ISN President Masaomi… pic.twitter.com/2Z5KJiwBF9— Int Society...
At the recent WCN’24 in Buenos Aires, leaders from 28* of the ISN's 116 Affiliated Societies convened for the ISN Affiliated Societies Meeting. Society representatives shared inspiring advancements and success stories, from improvements in home dialysis treatments to developing robust kidney transplant programs, spotlighting the collaborative spirit and innovation within the international nephrology community. In recognition...