Amplifying renal immunity: the role of antimicrobial peptides in pyelonephritis

Nature Reviews Nephrology 11, 642 (2015). doi:10.1038/nrneph.2015.105 Authors: Brian Becknell, Andrew Schwaderer, David S. Hains & John David Spencer Urinary tract infections (UTIs), including pyelonephritis, are among the most common and serious infections encountered in nephrology practice. UTI risk is increased in selected patient populations with renal and urinary tract disorders. As the prevalence of antibiotic-resistant uropathogens increases, novel and alternative treatment options will

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Source: Nature Reviews Nephrology - July 7, 2015 Category: Urology & Nephrology Authors: Brian BecknellAndrew SchwadererDavid S. HainsJohn David Spencer Tags: Review Source Type: research

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