Journal of internal medicine
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J. Intern. Med.
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As the prevalence of nonalcoholic fatty liver disease (NAFLD) escalates, understanding its potential impact on the development of chronic kidney disease (CKD) is needed. ⋯ Nonalcoholic fatty liver disease was independently associated with an increased risk of advanced CKD development suggesting renal function screening and regular monitoring are needed in this population.
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Observational Study
Conservative management in hypertriglyceridemia-associated pancreatitis.
Severe hypertriglyceridemia (serum triglyceride >10 mmol L-1 ) is implicated in ~9% of acute pancreatitis cases. Certain guidelines list severe hypertriglyceridemia as an indication for plasmapheresis. ⋯ Patients with severe hypertriglyceridemia and acute pancreatitis can be conservatively managed safely and effectively without plasmapheresis.