Joel TopfLess than zero. When the anion gap goes negativeThe anion gap is a calculation that we don’t usually even do unless the bicarb is decreased, indicating a possible metabolic acidosis or if…Apr 26, 2016Apr 26, 2016
Joel TopfI am not SPRINTing to low BP targetsLast November the NEJM published the results of SPRINT and showed a dramatic improvement in outcomes with a lower blood pressure target:Apr 15, 2016Apr 15, 2016
Joel TopfCold dialysate for cardiac protectionThis month’s CJASNeJC is a randomized controlled trial of cold dialysate and its effect on the heart.Aug 27, 2015Aug 27, 2015
Joel TopfWorld Kidney Day is ComingFor the last nine years, the second Thursday in March has been marked as World Kidney Day. And in 2015, on March 12, we will celebreate the…Feb 24, 2015Feb 24, 2015
Joel TopfinTeam KidneyASN Nephrology Workforce ReportThe second report from the ASN Work Force came out last week. I interviewed the chair of the Workforce committee.Jan 10, 2015Jan 10, 2015
Joel Topfanti-PLA2R, a new era in nephrologyIn June the FDA approved the first commercial assay for anti-PLA2r antibodies.Jul 31, 2014Jul 31, 2014