A surprising discovery reveals the kidney has a secret backup system
Mayo Clinic researchers have identified a previously unknown kidney pathway that regulates water balance independently of the hormone vasopressin. This discovery could lead to new treatments for polycystic kidney disease.
Why it matters
Understanding this backup system offers a potential breakthrough for managing chronic kidney conditions that currently lead to dialysis or transplants.
Researchers at Mayo Clinic have discovered a previously unknown way the kidneys help maintain the body's water balance, a finding that could eventually lead to better treatments for polycystic kidney disease (PKD) and other conditions.
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