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Basics of Kidney Disease and Transplantation (ILDA series)

Basics of Kidney Disease and Transplantation (ILDA series)

Learn about kidney structure and function, ESRD, and the benefits of LDT.

  • Virtual, as part of AST's ILDA Series.
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#2 of 9: Basics of Kidney Disease and Transplantation

Originally aired on Wednesday, June 17, 2015. Free to AST members: fee is waived upon logging in during the checkout process. 

Learner Objectives:

  • Describe kidney structure and function
  • Describe primary causes of end-stage renal disease (ESRD)
  • Explain treatment options for ESRD, including: hemodialysis, peritoneal dialysis, deceased donor transplant and living donor transplant (LDT)
  • Identify benefits of LDT for people with late stage chronic kidney disease

Presenter:
David Serur, MD • NYP-Weill Cornell and Rogosin Institute

Moderator:
Ellen Shukhman, RN-BC, BSN, CCTV • Cedars Sinai Comprehensive Transplant Center

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This content was developed independently by AST and supported by a financial contribution from Sanofi