From Podocyte Biology to Novel Cures for Glomerular Disease

The podocyte is a key component of the glomerular filtration barrier. Podocyte dysfunction is central to the underlying pathophysiology of many common glomerular diseases, including diabetic nephropathy, glomerulonephritis and genetic forms of nephrotic syndrome. Collectively, these conditions affect millions of people worldwide, and account for the majority of kidney diseases requiring dialysis and transplantation. The 12th International Podocyte Conference was held in Montreal, Canada from May 30 to June 2, 2018.

Source: Kidney International - May 29, 2019 Category: Urology & Nephrology Authors: Elena Torban, Fabian Braun, Nicola Wanner, Tomoko Takano, Paul R. Goodyer, Rachel Lennon, Pierre Ronco, Andrey V. Cybulsky, Tobias B. Huber Tags: Meeting Report Source Type: research