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Jun 30, 2026
Unicycive Therapeutics received an FDA Complete Response Letter for its oxylanthanum carbonate NDA resubmission due to third-party manufacturing deficiencies. The FDA raised no efficacy or safety concerns and requested no new data. Labeling discussions are ongoing.
Jun 22, 2026
Eledon Pharmaceuticals reported positive long-term Phase 2 BESTOW trial results for tegoprubart in kidney transplant, showing sustained kidney function benefits and improved patient outcomes versus tacrolimus. The company outlined plans for a Phase 3 registrational trial and seeks an FDA meeting in early 2027. Safety data indicated lower adverse event rates with tegoprubart.
Apr 18, 2026
A multicenter retrospective cohort study of 17 patients with type 2 diabetes and end-stage renal disease found injectable semaglutide was associated with descriptive changes in glycemic control and body weight. No cardiovascular deaths, nonfatal myocardial infarctions, or nonfatal strokes were observed during follow-up.
Apr 04, 2026
Crohn’s disease is linked to kidney stones, dehydration and rare serious kidney complications. Monitoring, hydration and attention to medication-related risks can help protect kidney health.
Apr 02, 2026
A February 2026 review analyzes strategies for kidney-targeted drug delivery systems, examining renal targeting mechanisms and nanocarrier platforms. The review highlights how functionalized nanoparticles can achieve enhanced renal specificity while addressing remaining translational challenges in the field.
Mar 05, 2026
Finerenone met its primary endpoint in reducing albuminuria in type 1 diabetic kidney disease, marking the first successful drug trial in 30 years for this population. Separately, SGLT2 inhibitors showed superior kidney protection compared to GLP-1 medications in type 2 diabetes patients.
Mar 03, 2026
New studies show SGLT2 inhibitors and GLP-1 receptor agonists reduce risks of kidney failure, cardiovascular events, and liver complications in patients with type 2 diabetes, with particularly strong benefits in those with cirrhosis.
Feb 17, 2026
The U.S. Food and Drug Administration has granted 510(k) clearance for Argos Infinity, Retia Medical's cardiovascular intelligence software platform designed for high-risk surgical and critical care environments across health systems.
Feb 13, 2026
Real-world study finds SGLT2 inhibitors reduce chronic kidney disease and acute kidney injury risk more effectively than GLP-1 receptor agonists in patients with type 2 diabetes, with greatest benefits in those without preexisting kidney disease.
