Hypertension is also know as high blood pressure. Hypertension is a primary risk factor for cardiovascular disease including heart disease and stroke. 37 million Americans have hypertension, many without even knowing. End Stage Renal Disease (ESRD) is the final progression of CKD to the point where the kidney(s) are no longer able to function on their own.
Medical procedures to maintain an ESRD patient's dialysis access and intervene where problems exist. High blood pressure is a major factor in the development of kidney problems in people who have diabetes. Both a family history of high blood pressure and the presence of the disease seem to increase chances of developing kidney disease.
Medical procedures to maintain an ESRD patient's dialysis access and intervene where problems exist. High blood pressure is a major factor in the development of kidney problems in people who have diabetes. Both a family history of high blood pressure and the presence of the disease seem to increase chances of developing kidney disease.
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Kidney and Hypertension Consultants, Inc. focuses on diseases of the kidney and hypertension. Kidney and Hypertension Consultants, Inc. was founded in 1990 by Jehad Y. Asfoura, M.D. The practice currently consists of seven Nephrologists and two Certified Nurse Practitioners whom are dedicated to providing excellent care to their patients.
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Treatment for patients who have been diagnosed with renal failure or stage renal disease often include renal replacement therapy, which is also know as dialysis, to take over the function of their kidneys which are no longer working properly. Printer Friendly View Must have Adobe? Season foods with lemon juice, onion and garlic powders (not salts) and herbs and spices (including pepper) instead of salt.
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Your physician has referred you to a nephrologist for consultation and possibly diagnostic studies or treatment. A nephrologist is a specialist fully trained in internal medicine, who has additional and extensive training in the field of nephrology. Nephrology covers diseases of the kidneys and uncontrollable hypertension (blood pressure).
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