Jove
Visualize
Contact Us
JoVE
x logofacebook logolinkedin logoyoutube logo
ABOUT JoVE
OverviewLeadershipBlogJoVE Help Center
AUTHORS
Publishing ProcessEditorial BoardScope & PoliciesPeer ReviewFAQSubmit
LIBRARIANS
TestimonialsSubscriptionsAccessResourcesLibrary Advisory BoardFAQ
RESEARCH
JoVE JournalMethods CollectionsJoVE Encyclopedia of ExperimentsArchive
EDUCATION
JoVE CoreJoVE BusinessJoVE Science EducationJoVE Lab ManualFaculty Resource CenterFaculty Site
Terms & Conditions of Use
Privacy Policy
Policies

Related Concept Videos

Nephrons01:10

Nephrons

4.1K
The kidneys are intricate organs with millions of working units known as nephrons. Each nephron features two major structures: the renal corpuscle, which facilitates blood plasma filtration, and the renal tubule, which handles the glomerular filtrate. Blood supply is directly linked to the nephrons. The renal corpuscle consists of the glomerulus, a capillary network, and the Bowman's capsule, a double-walled epithelial structure that encases the glomerulus. The filtering of blood plasma...
4.1K
Nephrotic Syndrome III : Nursing Management01:24

Nephrotic Syndrome III : Nursing Management

71
Nursing management for nephrotic syndrome adapts as the disease progresses, with strategies evolving to address advancing symptoms and complications.Early-Stage Management In the early stages, nursing interventions for nephrotic syndrome resemble those used in managing acute glomerulonephritis, focusing on symptom monitoring, fluid balance, and managing mild to moderate edema.Vital Signs: Regularly monitor blood pressure, pulse, respiratory rate, and temperature to promptly identify...
71
Nephrotic Syndrome II : Assessment and Medical Management01:26

Nephrotic Syndrome II : Assessment and Medical Management

41
IntroductionNephrotic syndrome is a kidney disorder marked by excessive protein loss in the urine, leading to various systemic complications. This condition often results from damage to the glomeruli—the kidney's filtering units—causing proteinuria, low blood protein levels, and fluid retention. Understanding the assessment, diagnosis, and management of nephrotic syndrome is essential for effective treatment and prevention of further kidney damage.AssessmentPatient History: Document...
41
Nephrotic Syndrome I : Introduction01:24

Nephrotic Syndrome I : Introduction

204
Nephrotic Syndrome is a chronic kidney disorder defined by clinical findings such as severe proteinuria, hypoalbuminemia, hyperlipidemia, and edema. These symptoms result from damage to the glomeruli, the kidney’s filtering units, increasing their permeability to proteins.Definition and Meaning:Proteinuria, defined as the loss of more than 3.5 grams of protein per day in adults, is a crucial feature of nephrotic syndrome. This condition is often accompanied by edema, the accumulation of...
204
Antihypertensive Drugs: Potassium-Sparing Diuretics01:28

Antihypertensive Drugs: Potassium-Sparing Diuretics

1.7K
Liddle syndrome is a genetically inherited form of hypertension characterized by the overactivity of epithelial sodium channels in the nephron, the functional unit of the kidney. This heightened activity leads to increased sodium reabsorption and excessive excretion of potassium. To counteract this, potassium-sparing diuretics such as amiloride are used. They function by blocking these sodium channels, thereby reducing the influx of sodium into the epithelial cells and minimizing the loss of...
1.7K
Chronic Kidney Disease III: Interprofessional Care01:28

Chronic Kidney Disease III: Interprofessional Care

153
Chronic kidney disease (CKD) requires collaborative and comprehensive management. CKD progresses through stages and can lead to end-stage kidney disease (ESKD) if untreated. Interprofessional collaboration and patient education are crucial, enabling patients to manage their health and improve their quality of life.Diagnostic approach for chronic kidney diseaseThe diagnosis of CKD primarily focuses on the glomerular filtration rate (GFR), which assesses kidney function by measuring how well...
153

You might also read

Related Articles

Articles linked to this work by shared authors, journal, and citation graph.

Sort by
Same author

LATAM-AKID registry: an international multicentre, observational study of acute kidney injury requiring dialysis in Latin America.

BMJ open·2026
Same author

The impact of social determinants of health on acute kidney injury.

Nature reviews. Nephrology·2026
Same author

Impact of CKD on Life Participation in Latin America.

Kidney international reports·2026
Same author

Effect of Intravenous Iron Dextran on Kidney Outcomes in Acute Kidney Injury with Iron Deficiency: A Randomized Trial.

Kidney360·2026
Same author

Empowering the next generation for kidney health advancement worldwide: the Young Nephrologists Committee of the International Society of Nephrology.

Kidney international·2026
Same author

Climate change and AKI: heat, hazards and health-system readiness.

Nature reviews. Nephrology·2026

Related Experiment Video

Updated: Oct 25, 2025

Author Spotlight: Network Pharmacology and Molecular Docking to Decipher the Action of Jiawei Shengjiang San Against Diabetic Kidney Disease
08:15

Author Spotlight: Network Pharmacology and Molecular Docking to Decipher the Action of Jiawei Shengjiang San Against Diabetic Kidney Disease

Published on: May 10, 2024

724

Herbal Nephropathy.

Rolando Claure-Del Granado1, María Espinosa-Cuevas2

  • 1Department of Medicine, Division of Nephrology/Universidad Mayor de San Simon/Hospital Obrero No 2 - CNS, Cochabamba, Bolivia.

Contributions to Nephrology
|August 3, 2021
PubMed
Summary

Many adults use herbal medicines, but these can harm the kidneys. Healthcare providers must inquire about herbal product use to prevent herb-toxic acute kidney injury and chronic kidney disease.

More Related Videos

Mechanism of Kemeng Fang's Inhibition of Podocyte Apoptosis in Rats with Membranous Nephropathy through the PI3K/AKT Signaling Pathway
07:15

Mechanism of Kemeng Fang's Inhibition of Podocyte Apoptosis in Rats with Membranous Nephropathy through the PI3K/AKT Signaling Pathway

Published on: August 23, 2024

603
Author Spotlight: Understanding the Effect of Herbal-Cake-Separated Moxibustion in Rats with Renal Faliure
06:46

Author Spotlight: Understanding the Effect of Herbal-Cake-Separated Moxibustion in Rats with Renal Faliure

Published on: December 22, 2023

937

Related Experiment Videos

Last Updated: Oct 25, 2025

Author Spotlight: Network Pharmacology and Molecular Docking to Decipher the Action of Jiawei Shengjiang San Against Diabetic Kidney Disease
08:15

Author Spotlight: Network Pharmacology and Molecular Docking to Decipher the Action of Jiawei Shengjiang San Against Diabetic Kidney Disease

Published on: May 10, 2024

724
Mechanism of Kemeng Fang's Inhibition of Podocyte Apoptosis in Rats with Membranous Nephropathy through the PI3K/AKT Signaling Pathway
07:15

Mechanism of Kemeng Fang's Inhibition of Podocyte Apoptosis in Rats with Membranous Nephropathy through the PI3K/AKT Signaling Pathway

Published on: August 23, 2024

603
Author Spotlight: Understanding the Effect of Herbal-Cake-Separated Moxibustion in Rats with Renal Faliure
06:46

Author Spotlight: Understanding the Effect of Herbal-Cake-Separated Moxibustion in Rats with Renal Faliure

Published on: December 22, 2023

937

Area of Science:

  • Nephrology
  • Pharmacology
  • Public Health

Background:

  • Herbal and traditional medicines are widely used globally for health promotion and disease treatment.
  • A significant portion of the population in both developed and developing countries relies on these remedies.

Purpose of the Study:

  • To highlight the potential for herbal medicines to cause kidney damage.
  • To emphasize the vulnerability of kidneys to toxic injury from herbal products.
  • To underscore the importance of physician awareness and patient history regarding herbal medicine use.

Main Methods:

  • Review of known mechanisms of herb-nephrotoxicity.
  • Identification of various kidney injury syndromes associated with herbal medicine use.
  • Discussion of risk factors and contributing elements to kidney damage.

Main Results:

  • Herbal medicines can lead to kidney damage through intrinsic toxicity, adulteration, contamination, or herb-drug interactions.
  • Kidneys are particularly susceptible to toxic injury, manifesting as acute kidney injury, nephrolithiasis, chronic interstitial fibrosis, or uroepithelial cancer.
  • Herbal products may cause crystalluria, hypertension, or hyperkalemia in patients with kidney damage.

Conclusions:

  • Healthcare organizations should regulate herbal and traditional remedies to mitigate risks.
  • Nephrologists must be vigilant about potential herb-toxic nephrotoxicity.
  • Thorough patient history, including specific questioning about herbal medicine use, is crucial for diagnosis and prevention.