Background In recent years, chronic kidney disease has increased in the pediatric
population and has been related to environmental factors. In the diagnosis of kidney …

Background In kidney damage, molecular changes can be used as early damage kidney
biomarkers, such as Kidney Injury Molecule-1 and Neutrophil gelatinase-associated …

Environmental hazards from natural or anthropological sources are widespread, especially
in the north-central region of Mexico. Children represent a susceptible population due to …

The indigenous population is one of the most vulnerable to suffer from contaminated
environments. One of the target organs to suffer early deterioration from exposure to toxins is …

Lack of potable water is an important problem of global dimensions. In Mexico, the northern
and central regions have significant shortages, a situation which is exacerbated by the …

Background An epidemic of chronic kidney disease (CKD) of non-traditional aetiology has
been recently recognized by health authorities as a public health priority in Central America …

Fluoride (F) is a toxicant widely distributed in the environment. Experimental studies have
shown kidney toxicity from F exposure. However, co-exposure to arsenic (As) has not been …

Abstract Background Mesoamerican Nephropathy (MeN), a form of chronic kidney disease
of uncertain etiology, is a leading cause of death in Central America. The disease often …

Positive associations between urine toxicant levels and measures of glomerular filtration
rate (GFR) have been reported recently in a range of populations. The explanation for these …

The aim of the study was to evaluate renal function in three groups of precarious workers:
garbage recyclers (REC), quarry workers (CAN), and brick makers (LAD). Samples of urine …