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The Independent UK
The Independent UK
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Nilima Marshall

New hope as scientists uncover how to slow diabetic kidney disease progression

PA Wire

Scientists have identified the mechanism by which a commonly used blood pressure medication reduces the progression of kidney damage caused by diabetes.

Researchers from the University of Bristol have discovered that spironolactone has a protective effect on the kidney’s blood vessels, which helps reduce protein leak into the urine.

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