Heavy metals are common in our environment, and all individuals are exposed to them to
some extent. These toxic metals have several harmful effects on the body, including the …

Background Chronic kidney disease (CKD) affects 10% of the general population in Western
countries. Currently, CKD cannot be cured and there are only few strategies to prevent the …

Chronic kidney disease (CKD) is an epidemic health issue that requires global attention [1].
The worldwide increment of CKD incidence is related to an increase in traditional risk factors …

Metals have been proved to be one of risk factors for chronic kidney disease (CKD) and
diabetes, but the effect of mixed metal co-exposure and potential interaction between metals …

Abstract Background Agbogbloshie in Ghana is the world's biggest dumpsite for the informal
recycling of electronic waste (e-waste). E-waste is dismantled by rudimentary methods …

Background Chronic kidney disease (CKD) is a multifactorial disease whose prevalence is
increasing worldwide. CKD affects 700 million to 1 billion people worldwide, with a …

Background The association between single metal exposure and chronic kidney disease
(CKD) has been established. However, there is limited research on the effects of multi-metal …

Adiponectin is an adipokine multipeptide hormone with insulin-sensitizing; anti-
atherosclerotic; and anti-inflammatory properties. Chronic kidney disease (CKD) may be …

Cadmium (Cd), a prevalent environmental contaminant, exerts widespread toxic effects on
human health through various biochemical and molecular mechanisms. This review …

Renal failure in hospitalized patients is associated with significant morbidity, mortality, and
resource utilization, with up to 18% of patients experiencing this condition. Hemodialysis is …