In a period of turmoil concerning vaccination practices, there is a serious conflict between
scientifically reasonable, evidence‐based guidelines and the far‐fetched rumors or …

Infectious diseases are the second most common cause of death in end-stage renal disease
(ESRD) patients [1]. Patients with chronic kidney disease (CKD) are immunocompromised …

Infections after cardiovascular disease are the second most common cause of death in the
chronic kidney disease population. Vaccination is an important component of maintaining …

Abstract Purpose of Review Infection is a significant cause of morbidity and mortality in both
patients with chronic kidney disease (CKD) and in recipients of a kidney transplant (KT). We …

Infection is a major cause of morbidity and mortality in patients with chronic kidney disease
(CKD), including those receiving maintenance dialysis or with a kidney transplant. Although …

Infectious and cardiovascular (CV) complications take a huge toll on Chronic Kidney
Disease and End-Stage Renal Disease patients in terms of morbidity and mortality. Infection …

In patients with renal disease, infection remains among the most common causes of
morbidity and mortality. Alterations in the function of the immune system, as well as unique …

Hepatitis B virus (HBV), influenza, pneumococcus and herpes zoster are important infections
which could result in significant morbidity and mortality in patients with chronic kidney …

Adults tend to be significantly undervaccinated, and many patients on hemodialysis or who
have undergone kidney transplantation often miss this opportunity for protection. Clinicians …

The advent of renal replacement therapy has led to the emergence of a population of
patients whose total medical care is relegated to the renal specialist. Nonnephrologists are …