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There is no direct information available about the specific article titled "Association of Ultrasound Quadriceps Muscle Thickness with Frailty among Hemodialysis Patients. Ismail et al. (2025)" However, the study likely explores how muscle thickness, as measured by ultrasound, relates to frailty in patients undergoing hemodialysis. This could involve examining how muscle health impacts overall well-being and disease outcomes in these patients.

IgA nephropathy is a condition characterized by IgA deposits in the kidneys, leading to inflammation and potential kidney failure over time. Symptoms include blood in the urine and swelling. While there is no cure, treatments can slow disease progression. For more on chronic kidney disease outcomes, research like that of frailty among hemodialysis patients is relevant, though specific findings from the mentioned article are not available.

Clinical Trials

This is a list of upcoming or ongoing clinical trials that are actively recruiting and have been listed or updated in the last two weeks:

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IgA Nephropathy FoundationIgA Nephropathy FoundationApr 14, 2025

🎥 Meet Amanda L., one of our inspiring IgA Nephropathy Foundation Ambassadors!

She’s navigating life as a post-transplant IgAN warrior with grit, grace—and a splash of creativity. Hailing from Bensalem, PA, Amanda is not only an artist but also an axe and knife thrower. (Yes, you read that right!)

Watch her share her story and how she stays empowered after transplant.

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IgA Nephropathy FoundationIgA Nephropathy FoundationApr 11, 2025

❤️💙 DON’T MISS OUT ON YOUR OPPORTUNITY TO CONNECT ⁠

We invite you to join our monthly virtual IgAN Support Groups! We hold these virtually on the third Mon/Tues of every month to give IgAN patients and care partners an opportunity to meet each other and share their journeys.⁠



⁠[Virtual] Caregiver|CarePartner Support Call⁠

Tuesday, April 15th 7PM ET⁠



⁠[Virtual] Patient Support Group⁠

Monday, April 21st 7PM ET⁠





Full schedule of upcoming support groups and other events at igan.org/events

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Upcoming Events

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