1) What is nephrology?

Nephrology is a medical specialty which deals with the diagnosis and treatment of various diseases pertaining to the kidneys such as glomerular diseases, acute renal failure, chronic kidney disease and its complications, diabetes or autoimmune related kidney disease, among others. 

2) What is the difference between urology and nephrology?

It is common for people to get confused between these medical disciplines. Nephrologists—the doctors specialising in nephrology, deal in the diagnosis, treatment, and prevention of conditions and diseases related to the kidneys. On the other hand, urology is chosen when the patients are suffering from diseases pertaining to the urinary tract. 

3) What does nephrology cover?

The nephrologists at KIMS-Arete Hospital deal with various kidney diseases that cover various kidney related disorders which includes their diagnosis, treatment, rehabilitation. The disorders include: 

• Management of glomerular diseases
• Acute kidney injury
• Chronic kidney disease
• Slowing down chronic kidney disease progression
• Electrolyte or acid-base disorders 
• Managing kidney disease related comorbidities 
• Dialysis
• Hypertension management
• Diabetic and diabetic kidney disease co-management 
• Renal transplantation 

4) What is nephrology treatment?

Nephrology treatment mostly involves the management of various kidney disorders, such as chronic kidney disease, glomerulonephritis, and electrolyte disorders. These disorders can disrupt vital bodily functions such as diabetes, cardiovascular diseases etc. Treatments usually are limited to medical management, as providing the necessary medicines is challenging. It is a tight rope walk to treat a systemic disease without exaggerating the other ailments through medicines. The nephrologists at KIMS-Arete Hospital prescribe patient centric therapeutic plans to manage the entire nexus. 

Procedures such as haemodialysis and peritoneal dialysis are utilized when kidney failure is detected. Usually, they are done till a donor kidney is fetched. Once a matching kidney is approved, the nephrologists also play their role in enhancing the quality of life of the patient through kidney transplantation. 

5) What is the best hospital for nephrology?

Choosing the right hospital for nephrology boils down to mainly a couple of determinants: 

• The incorporation of advanced nephrological technology in both diagnostics and surgical settings 
• The provision of a multidisciplinary approach especially in treating systemic conditions – complete with cardiology, endocrine, and vascular and endovascular care among others.  

While the nephrology department at KIMS-Arete Hospital aces in all the above required criteria, the nephrologists at KIMS-Arete Hospital seek to understand the context of the illness rather than just treating the reports. They believe in treating not just the patient but the entire family with care and respect they deserve.  

With advances in nephrology such as kidney biopsy under sonological guidance, renal function tests, urinalysis, ultrasound scanning, computed tomography scan (CT scan), radionucleotide scans (DTPA and DMSA) magnetic resonance imaging scan (MRI Scan), MR angiography, intravenous urography (IVU), scintigraphy, renal arteriography, the team of nephrologists diagnose and treat at KIMS-Arete Hospital can be termed as one of the best hospitals for nephrology in Hyderabad  since it is equipped to deliver the best results in the entire spectrum of nephrology diseases. 

6) What are some subspecialties within nephrology?

The subspecialties within nephrology at KIMS-Arete Hospital include: 

• Glomerular Diseases 
• Hypertension 
• Haemodialysis 
• Chronic Kidney Disease (CKD) and its Complications 
• Pregnancy & Kidney Disease 
• Acute Kidney Failure 
• Autoimmune Related Kidney Disease 
• Geriatric Care
• Urinary Tract Infections 
• Diabetic Kidney Disease 
• Pediatric Kidney Disease

7) How can we choose the best Nephrology hospital in Hyderabad?

Patients in and around Hyderabad who are looking for decent care in nephrology and humanistic experience in Hyderabad can type in phrases such as " Nephrology Hospital Near Me" or "Best Hospital for Nephrology in Hyderabad" or “Best Nephrology Hospital in Hyderabad” or “Best Nephrology Treatment in Hyderabad” or “Top Nephrology Hospital in Hyderabad” or “Nephrology Best Hospital” in Google to open KIMS-Arete Hospital homepage to find a "book an appointment" on the top right-hand side. Upon clicking it, the slots of the doctors are displayed. The patients can book a desired slot with their choice of doctors for appointments. Alternatively, the patients can also call 040-69696969 for appointment assistance. 

8) Why choose KIMS-Arete Hospital for Nephrology?

The nephrology department at KIMS-Arete Hospital offers advanced diagnosis and treatment for various Nephrology Conditions, employing the best neurologists to provide a patient centric treatment. KIMS-Arete Hospital redefines healthcare, creating a hospital that emphasizes a welcoming environment and is technologically prepared. We prioritise enhancing the overall patient experience, providing state-of-the-art technology in our department, including an hemodiafiltration, continuous renal replacement therapy (CRRT), peritoneal dialysis, renal transplant, kidney biopsy, extracorporeal therapies etc, ensuring precise diagnosis and therapeutic management with highest accuracy. 

9) What are some of the key advancements in nephrology surgery over time?

A couple of the most recent innovations in nephrology surgery include the implantable artificial kidney and kidney regeneration technology

• The artificial kidney is a medical device that performs the same functions as a kidney. This is an implantable biomedical device that works as a natural kidney and provide 24/7 treatment.[BM23.1]
• Kidney regeneration technology: Cellular regeneration is a recent discovery. Advances in stem cell have made it possible to create a transplantable kidney graft made entirely of a patient's own cells.[