Chronic kidney disease is a progressive disease with no cure and high morbidity and
mortality that occurs commonly in the general adult population, especially in people with …

Mineral and bone metabolism are regulated differently in utero compared with the adult. The
fetal kidneys, intestines, and skeleton are not dominant sources of mineral supply for the …

Zinc (Zn) has recently emerged as a promising biodegradable metal thanks to its critical
physiological roles and promising degradation behavior. However, cytocompatibility and …

Background. Cross-sectional and follow-up studies on end-stage renal disease patients
showed that arterial calcifications are associated with cardiovascular (CV) morbidity and are …

Cardiovascular complications are the leading cause of death in patients with chronic kidney
disease (CKD). Vascular calcification is a common complication in CKD, and investigators …

Arterial calcification (AC) is a common complication of end-stage renal disease (ESRD). The
mechanisms responsible are complex, including disturbances of mineral metabolism and …

Arterial disease in CKD patients is characterized by extensive calcification. Evidence has
accumulated pointing to the active and regulated nature of the calcification process …

Vascular calcification is often encountered in advanced atherosclerotic lesions and is a
common consequence of aging. Calcification of the coronary arteries has been positively …

This article discusses different aspects concerning classification/nomenclature, biochemical
properties and pathophysiological roles of 'reactive oxygen species'(ROS) which are pivotal …

Pathogenesis of vascular calcification in chronic kidney disease. Background
Hyperphosphatemia and hypercalcemia are independent risk factors for higher incidence of …