Chronic kidney disease (CKD) is the most common metabolic disease of domesticated cats,
with most affected cats being geriatric (> 12 years of age). The prevalence of CKD in cats …

Serum creatinine concentration, the classical biomarker of chronic kidney disease (CKD) in
cats, has important limitations that decrease its value as a biomarker of early CKD. Recently …

Mesenchymal stem cells are classified as multipotent stem cells, due to their capability to
transdifferentiate into various lineages that develop from mesoderm. Their popular appeal …

Red meat is an important dietary source of high biological value protein and micronutrients
such as vitamins, iron, and zinc that exert many beneficial functions. However, high …

Mineral content of complete pet food is regulated to ensure health of the companion animal
population. Analysis of adherence to these regulatory guidelines has not been conducted …

Interstitial fibrosis is a typical feature of all progressive renal diseases. The process of
fibrosis is frequently coupled with the presence of pro‑fibrotic factors and inflammation …

Recent studies have investigated the ability of extracellular vesicles (EVs) in regulating
neighboring cells by transferring signaling molecules, such as microRNAs (miRs) in renal …

Background Dietary protein and phosphorus (P) restriction is the mainstay for nutritional
management of chronic kidney disease (CKD). However, adequate restriction levels for cats …

Salvianolic acid A (SAA) is a minor phenolic carboxylic acid extracted from Salviae
miltiorrhizae Bunge (Danshen). SAA exhibits a variety of pharmacological activities, such as …

Whereas hypertension, diabetes, and dyslipidemia are age-related risk factors for
cardiovascular disease (CVD) and chronic kidney disease (CKD), aging alone is an …