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World J Nephrol. Jun 25, 2026; 15(2): 109910
Published online Jun 25, 2026. doi: 10.5527/wjn.v15.i2.109910
Published online Jun 25, 2026. doi: 10.5527/wjn.v15.i2.109910
Role of point-of-care ultrasonography in kidney disease management: A single solution for multiple challenges
Salvatore Silipigni, Department of Biomedical Sciences and Morphologic and Functional Imaging, Policlinico Universitario G.Martino, University of Messina, Messina 98121, Italy
Luca Soraci, Unit of Geriatric Medicine, Italian National Research Center on Aging (IRCCS INRCA), Cosenza 87100, Calabria, Italy
Guido Gembillo, Unit of Nephrology and Dialysis, AOU “G. Martino”, University of Messina, Messina 98125, Sicilia, Italy
Author contributions: Silipigni S led the conceptualization and writing of the editorial; Soraci L and Gembillo G contributed to the discussion of key points and provided critical revisions; all authors reviewed and approved the final version of the manuscript.
Conflict-of-interest statement: We declare no conflict of interest.
Corresponding author: Guido Gembillo, MD, PhD, Consultant, Unit of Nephrology and Dialysis, AOU “G. Martino”, University of Messina, Via Consolare Valeria n 1, Messina 98125, Sicilia, Italy. ggembillo@gmail.com
Received: May 26, 2025
Revised: June 17, 2025
Accepted: August 6, 2025
Published online: June 25, 2026
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Revised: June 17, 2025
Accepted: August 6, 2025
Published online: June 25, 2026
Processing time: 383 Days and 19.6 Hours
Core Tip
Core Tip: Point-of-care ultrasound (POCUS) is a revolutionary diagnostic tool in nephrology, providing a rapid, non-invasive bedside examination for a wide range of clinical scenarios-from assessing hemodynamics and fluid status to dialysis-related complications and guiding vascular access. Integrating POCUS into routine nephrology practice can improve diagnostic accuracy, reduce reliance on redundant imaging and streamline patient management. This editorial highlights the urgent need for standardized POCUS education and calls for its inclusion in student and residency curricula as a critical step in reshaping nephrology care.