Kidney News

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Scientists based at the Institute of Bioengineering and Nanotechnology (IBN) have generated human kidney cells from human embryonic stem cells within a laboratory.

A new study suggests that ibuprofen, along with similar painkillers called NSAIDs, could cause kidney damage in young children, especially if taken when children are dehydrated.

Melbourne - A bottle of vodka turned out to be a puppy's best friend after the inquisitive pup drank antifreeze and began to go into kidney failure.

Anderson - Larry William Swilling, 77, of Anderson, SC, has been on the streets with a sign that says: "NEED KIDNEY 4 WIFE." He has been married to Jimmy Sue Swilling, 75, born with one kidney, for 55 years. Her kidney is failing and she needs a new one urgently.

Leominster - When a Massachusetts woman heard her ex-husband's mother needed a kidney, she volunteered to donate hers. The woman and her ex had been divorced for almost a decade.

A New York woman donated a kidney after learning another was in need, and subsequently found herself out of a job. In an unusual situation, the 47-year-old woman has now initiated a lawsuit against her former employer.

Chicago - In a first time ever medical event, a kidney has been transplanted twice within a two-week period. The second transplant occurred because the transplant did not go successfully for the first recipient.

Five people have been charged for illegal organ trading in China after a teenager wanting an iPhone and iPad sold his kidney last year. The young man is now in failing health and suffering from kidney failure.

Your doctor may advise you to lose some weight for your health, but certain weight loss techniques can actually do more harm than good.