Preventing worsening kidney function in patients receiving peritoneal dialysis

Article Abstract:

The ACE inhibitor ramipril may benefit some patients with kidney disease who are receiving peritoneal dialysis, according to a study of 60 patients. During peritoneal dialysis, fluid is introduced into the abdomen to remove wastes that the kidneys normally remove. The fluid is left inside the abdomen for a few hours, and then removed.

Care and treatment, Ramipril, Hemodialysis patients, Peritoneal dialysis, Continuous ambulatory peritoneal dialysis

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Using a type of blood pressure medicine, angiotensin-converting enzyme inhibitors, to prevent worsening of kidney disease unrelated to diabetes

Article Abstract:

ACE inhibitors may be beneficial in patients with kidney disease even if the kidney disease is not caused by diabetes. This was the conclusion of researchers who reviewed 11 studies covering 1,860 non-diabetic patients with kidney disease.

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Long-term outcomes of scleroderma renal crisis

Article Abstract:

ACE inhibitors appear to be beneficial in scleroderma patients who develop kidney failure. Scleroderma is a connective tissue disease that causes skin, blood vessels, and internal organs to become hard.

Complications and side effects, Scleroderma (Disease)

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