A simple urine test could accurately show the recurrence of kidney cancer at an early stage, potentially sparing patients ...

Researchers from the University of New Mexico found that gadolinium – a toxic rare earth metal used in MRI scans – could mix with oxalic acid found in many foods to precipitate tiny nanoparticles of ...

A physical therapist was shocked to learn that for her, some of her crucial organs had an expiration date. With proactive ...

Local experts said patients should be aware of the radiation risks of CT scans but not shy away from the technology, which ...

CT scans used in the study are for finding tumors, kidney stones and aneurysms. Newsday Deputy Editor David Schwartz reports.

The caffeine content alone can cause dehydration, leading to reduced blood flow to the kidneys, especially if you're drinking ...

A large-scale study of CT scans performed in the United States has estimated that the widely used medical technology could ...

They can be life-saving but radiation from the scans also contributes to cancer risk. The authors of a new study estimate ...

However, a new secondary analysis of the trial suggests one potential caveat — kidney stones, and more specifically, their recurrence. In the analysis, presented at the National Kidney ...

A genetically engineered pig kidney helped Towana Looney enjoy 130 days without the need for dialysis before the organ was removed last week. It’s the longest a human has ever lived with a pig organ, ...

The main symptom of kidney stones is pain in your back, abdomen, or side. Some other symptoms include cloudy urine, a burning sensation when you urinate, and nausea. Kidney stones are one of the ...