Hyperuricemia

Gout and chronic kidney disease prevalence raises interest in the link between hyperuricemia and kidney disease. The study specifically looked at the role of the kidneys in uric acid excretion, along with the possible impact of hyperuricemia on the kidney disease progression. The possible shared link appears to be the chronic, low-grade, systemic inflammation that ...click here to read more

Obstructive sleep apnea and heart disease may be linked by serum uric acid. There is much research to support a link between obstructive sleep apnea (OSA) and an increased risk of cardiovascular disease, but the mechanisms behind this link are still unknown. Recent research suggests that serum levels of uric acid may act as a ...click here to read more

Gout is often referred to as the “rich man’s disease” because one of the main causes is consuming foods rich in purines – red meat and alcohol. Over the year we have seen ample news surrounding the subject of gout, from how food plays a role, to treatment options, classification and how it can affect ...click here to read more