Home-based Dialysis For Kidney Failure Gaining Popularity In Developing Countries
Home-based dialysis treatments are on the rise in both the developing and developed worlds, but developed countries appear to be turning to them less often, according to a study appearing in an upcoming issue of the Journal of the American Society Nephrology (JASN). The findings, which provide a global snapshot of dialysis use among patients with kidney failure, may impact future business and research innovations. Dialysis treatments for kidney failure come in two forms: peritoneal dialysis is usually done at home, while hemodialysis is predominantly clinic-based... (Source: Health News from Medical News Today)
FDA Okays Another Diabetes Combo Agent
WASHINGTON (MedPage Today) -- The FDA has approved an extended-release version of a combination sitagliptin and metformin for adults with type 2 diabetes. (Source: MedPage Today Public Health)
