In this procedure, patients are connected to a dialysis machine which acts as an artificial kidney to remove most of the urea and restore or maintain the water and ion balance of the blood.

In this procedure, patients are connected to a dialysis machine which acts as an artificial kidney to remove most of the urea and restore/maintain the water and ion balance of the blood.

Peter’s Square. Late Sunday, doctors reported that blood tests showed “early, slight kidney insufficiency” that was nevertheless under control. They said Francis remained in critical conditi ...

The Pope remains in a critical condition and is now showing an "initial, mild" kidney problem - but is "vigilant" and took part in Mass in hospital with those caring for him. The Vatican statement ...

After "a prolonged asthmatic respiratory crisis" on Saturday, and the need for blood transfusions, the Vatican said on Sunday that blood tests showed early signs of kidney failure, but emphasized ...

In a late update on Sunday, the Vatican said Francis remains in critical condition and blood tests show early kidney failure but he remains alert and "well-oriented." The Vatican said the 88-year ...