Acute kidney injury (AKI) is the sudden onset of kidney failure or kidney damage that happens within a few hours or days.
AKI causes a build-up of waste products in the blood making it hard for the kidneys to keep the right balance of fluid in the body.
AKI can affect other organs such as the brain, heart, and lungs. Acute kidney injury is common in older patients and who are in intensive care units.
“We are truly a global journal: We do not just select [from] one area that has resources ... authors can submit their papers from whatever region they’re from.” Jai Radhakrishnan As Kidney International Reports® (KIR) marks its 10th anniversary, a WCN'26 Kidney Studio interview with Editor-in-Chief Jai Radhakrishnan reflects on how a bold early commitment to open access and a dedication to...
The ISN is pleased to welcome the Nephrology Society of Fiji as its newest ISN Collective-member society, expanding a global network that helps kidney societies increase visibility, engage with the wider ISN community, and access member benefits. The new membership strengthens efforts to advance kidney care across the ISN Oceania and South East Asia region, including a recently formalized “5-Year Strategic Plan for Nephrology Capacity...
What do kidney care priorities look like across ISN regions? In a series of WCN'26 Kidney Studio interviews, several ISN regional board chairs and deputy chairs share perspectives on the challenges and opportunities shaping kidney care in their regions. The interviews show how regional leadership connects the ISN's global mission with local realities, from earlier diagnosis and workforce development to access, education, and awareness. Oceania and South East Asia: Expanding access and...
Kidney International® A population-based,regression discontinuity analysis examined the effects of nationwide alerting for acute kidney injury on health care and patient outcomes This study assessed whether Wales’ nationwide electronic alerts for acute kidney injury (AKI) improved care or patient outcomes in real-world practice. Using a population-based regression discontinuity analysis of hospital and community data from 2016 to...
This June, the ISN will contribute to nephrology events in Korea and Italy, supporting opportunities for kidney care professionals to exchange knowledge, build connections, and share expertise. 46th Annual Meeting of the Korean Society of Nephrology (KSN 2026) Shaping Tomorrow’s Nephrology: Insight-Driven Kidney Care June 11-14, 2026 Seoul, Korea Visit us at our booth and join the KSN-ISN...
Pregnancy-associated acute kidney injury (PrAKI) remains a major contributor to maternal and perinatal morbidity worldwide, yet its true global burden has never been captured in a single, coordinated dataset. Developed with ISN support, the first PrAKI Global Snapshot will help address this gap through an international, non-interventional service evaluation using anonymized, routinely collected clinical data. Building on the existing partnership between...
“With this initiative, we shall be able to train at least two nephrologists every year and create a platform for other institutions to take up the mantle." CARE-NEPH East Africa* was launched in answer to a simple question: What becomes possible when training, institutional partnerships, and leadership development are coordinated rather than delivered separately? In East Africa, that approach is already creating new opportunities...
The WCN’26 interviews with abstract award winners offer a snapshot of the ideas, methods, and questions shaping kidney care today. Alongside their findings, several winners noted the value of ISN Grant opportunities in supporting their research. Masaya Muto (Japan), winner of the Young Nephrologists Best Abstract Award: Basic Science, highlighted a novel automated immunoassay designed to detect anti-nephrin autoantibodies with high sensitivity. His team’s...
Can lower-exposure tacrolimus plus everolimus improve outcomes in older kidney transplant recipients? Could high-dose omega-3 supplementation offer a simple way to reduce cardiovascular risk in dialysis? Might a more conservative dialysis strategy actually help support kidney recovery? Available in English and Russian, the ISN TrialWatch Special Edition offers a curated look at selected randomized kidney care trials from 2025 and early 2026. Explore...
Primary care is often the first point of contact for people with emerging health concerns, making primary care physicians central to the early detection and long-term management of kidney disease. Early identification in these settings is critical, as many kidney diseases are diagnosed at later stages, while timely intervention can slow progression and improve outcomes. The ISN has...
From unusual presentations and diagnostic dilemmas to novel treatment approaches, the first in press case reports featured in Kidney International Case Reports™ (KICR) highlight clinically relevant lessons from real-world kidney care across diverse global settings. Explore the first edition Among the early reports are cases that underline how rapidly evolving therapies are reshaping practice. Al Haddad...
From unmet needs in immune-mediated kidney diseases to therapeutic advances in C3G, WCN’26 Industry Sessions explored some of the most pressing topics in global kidney care today. Session recordings are open access and available on demand at the ISN Academy. Explore all industry symposia at the ISN Academy Discover dozens of sessions offering fresh perspectives on emerging science and new developments to help you stay up to date...
Khaled Batis’ colleagues in Al-Mukalla, marking the establishment of the first diagnostic kidney biopsy service in eastern Yemen ISN Fellow, Khaled Batis, from Yemen, and his team at the Al-Mukalla Kidney Center and the Al-Borj Consultant Hospital, have helped establish the first kidney biopsy service in eastern Yemen. According to Dr. Batis, this service provides access to “a crucial diagnostic tool for glomerular and other complex kidney diseases in the region.” Such initiatives from...
Ten years ago, Kidney International Reports® (KIR) launched with a clear mission: to expand access to high-quality kidney research and ensure that important discoveries reach clinicians, researchers, and health systems worldwide. Over the past decade, the journal has published studies that have shaped care and policy, fostered opportunities for early-career researchers to contribute and collaborate, and elevated voices...
The 44th Vicenza Course AKI-CRRT-EBPT and Critical Care Nephrology 2026 will take place from June 16-18, 2026, at the Vicenza International Convention Centre in Vicenza, Italy. This hands-on course for beginner and advanced kidney care professionals explores the latest advances in acute kidney injury, from diagnosis and treatment strategies to emerging therapies to help prevent progression to chronic kidney disease. Explore the preliminary scientific...
The ISN “Are your kidneys healthy?” quiz webpage has been refreshed with a new design that makes key kidney health information easier to explore. Access the “Are your kidneys healthy?” quiz Available in 35 languages, the quiz helps better understand kidney function, risk factors, and steps they can take to protect their kidney health. Share the quiz with your patients to open a dialogue about...
In Japan, the art of kintsugi repairs broken pottery with adhesive and powdered gold, transforming fracture into renewed strength. As the global kidney care community prepares to gather in Yokohama for WCN’26, Japan’s approach to kidney health offers a compelling parallel: working with impairment to preserve function, extending quality of life in an aging society, and continuously strengthening systems of care through early detection and...
From Africa to East Asia, ISN leaders are engaging with regional kidney care communities this March, sharing expertise, training opportunities, and strengthening connections that help advance equitable kidney care worldwide. Ethiopian Kidney Association’s 2nd Annual Nephrology Conference March 7, 2026 Addis Ababa, Ethiopia Robert Walker, chair of the ISN Core Programs Committee, will present virtually on ISN Grants, outlining pathways for ISN members to access support and build local capacity. Japan Kidney Masterclass March 7, 2026 Tokyo, Japan Hosted by the Japanese Society of Nephrology, the masterclass will...
Virtual registration brings the World Congress of Nephrology 2026 straight to you, no matter where you are. As a virtual delegate, you get access to live streaming of all 13 sessions in the Main Hall (Plenary Hall) from March 28–31, with live transcriptions in Japanese and English and more than 50 other languages. You will also have access to over 100 hours of...
For many nephrologists, an ISN Fellowship is more than advanced training; it is a turning point in what becomes possible for patients and kidney care teams back home. “The ISN Fellowship program represented a pivotal moment in my professional journey,” reflects Christina Amira (Nigeria), ISN Fellow from 2003–2004. “Upon returning to my home country, I successfully established a...
