Proteinuria (particularly significant albuminuria) can alter the receptor-mediated endocytosis mechanism, thus favoring reactive oxygen species production, which induces mitochondrial dysfunction and activates the nicotinamide adenine dinucleotide phosphate oxidase pathway, thereby producing cytochrome C.
Abdominal computed tomography images showing inactive hydatid cysts and associated bone lesions.
World Journal of Nephrology is an international, peer-reviewed, open-access academic journal dedicated to publishing original, high-quality research findings in the field of nephrology, including clinical, translational, and basic studies, as well as research involving artificial intelligence. The journal focuses on, but is not limited to, the following areas: Acute kidney injury, acute or chronic interstitial nephritis, AIDS-associated nephropathy, anuria, chronic kidney disease and related complications, CKD-MBD, diabetes insipidus, diabetic nephropathies, Fanconi syndrome, glomerular diseases, hepatorenal syndrome, hydronephrosis, hyperoxaluria, inborn or acquired errors renal tubular transport, renal hypertension, kidney cortex necrosis, cystic kidney diseases, kidney neoplasms, kidney papillary necrosis, nephritis, nephrocalcinosis, nephrolithiasis, nephrosclerosis, nephrosis, perinephritis, rapid progressive glomerulonephritis, renal artery obstruction, renal nutcracker syndrome, renal tuberculosis, renal tubular acidosis, thrombotic microangiopathy, uremia, and Zellweger syndrome. Types of articles published by the journal include clinical study, basic study, case report, editorial, review, minireview, systematic review, meta-analysis, guidelines, and correspondence. All submissions undergo a rigorous and transparent peer-review process by at least two independent reviewers. Manuscripts are evaluated based on scientific rigor, originality, clinical relevance, and reproducibility, with particular attention to methodological robustness and data integrity. Constructive and timely feedback is provided to ensure the highest standards of scholarly communication. The journal adheres to the highest standards of publication ethics and editorial integrity, in accordance with the guidelines of the Committee on Publication Ethics, the International Committee of Medical Journal Editors, and the World Association of Medical Editors. To advance scientific discovery, promote evidence-based clinical practice, and foster innovation in nephrology, ultimately improving global health outcomes. We invite researchers, clinicians, and multidisciplinary experts worldwide to submit high-quality manuscripts and contribute to shaping the future of nephrological science. Submit an Article >>
Ying-Yong Zhao, MD, PhD, Professor, (E-mail: zyy@nwu.edu.cn) Faculty of Life Science & Medicine, Northwest University, Xi’an 710069, Shaanxi Province, China
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