Finally broke down: Why kidney disease is so deadly for t...
Scientists have uncovered why people with chronic kidney disease so often die from heart problems: damaged kidneys release tiny particles...
What’s Happening
Here’s the thing: Scientists have uncovered why people with chronic kidney disease so often die from heart problems: damaged kidneys release tiny particles into the bloodstream that actively poison the heart.
These particles, produced only by diseased kidneys, carry genetic material that disrupts heart function and can lead to heart failure. Science News Scientists found out that diseased kidneys release tiny particles that travel to the heart and cause serious damage. (shocking, we know)
The breakthrough may lead to early detection and new treatments that prevent heart failure in people with chronic kidney disease.
Why This Matters
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The scientific community tends to find developments like this significant.
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