Kapil Sejpal

IgA nephropathy progresses to kidney failure in up to 50% of patients within 10–20 years. On March 29th, the NEJM published the final 24-month data from APPLAUSE-IgAN and the results change the treatment landscape. Here’s what every nephrologist needs to know 🧵 Barratt J et al. NEJM 2026. DOI: 10.1056/NEJMoa2600743

Government of India releases details on the GLP -1 Drugs' use, risks, and regulation. Key Takeaways: GLP-1 (Glucagon-Like Peptide-1 agonist) drugs are prescription medications used to treat type 2 diabetes and obesity but carry serious side effects and must only be taken under the supervision of a qualified medical specialist. In India, GLP-1 drugs can only be prescribed by endocrinologists, internal medicine specialists, and cardiologists they cannot be purchased over the counter. Drug Controller General of India, in collaboration with State Drug Controllers, has intensified regulatory surveillance, conducting inspections and warning that non-compliance will result in licence cancellation, fines, and legal action.

Dormant but Dangerous: DQ Will Return #KKNephbytes #transplant #immunology @DrAkshayaJ @drshyambansal @hardik4u24 @isn_india @ShreshtaT @priti899 @suhalikapath @arvindcanchi

@theliverdoc Excellent debate !! Avoiding Ayurveda is nothing short of "primary prevention " in liver and kidney disease

A true physician concerned about public health and patient safety, will without fear, educate people on lack of evidence, documented harms and promoted frauds of alternative medicine systems. Do not fear when you stand for what is true. youtube.com/live/z1_zou2Vi…

Great initiative by @isn_india sir

Hon’ble PM Shri Narendra Modi virtually inaugurated the new Regional Cancer Centre (#RCC) at #JIPMER (Mar 1) ₹94.64 Cr | 10,000 sq.m | Beds increased 80→280 6 OTs, 40-bed Chemo Day Care, BMT Unit & Preventive Oncology Accessible,affordable #CancerCare for all. #AyushmanBharat

#NephTwitter #MedTwitter 🩸Blood is thicker than water 🌊 Thankfully we thinned out the 2026 KDIGO Anemia Guidelines for you to peruse. Come discuss what's new. Tuesday 2/24/26 at 9pm EST on Bluesky! Summary by @meyyappannephro nephjc.com/news/kdigo-ane…

How do technique differences impact safety and efficiency in ultrasound-guided renal biopsy? Dr. Alan Domínguez @adom92 presented comparative data at #ASDIN2026 evaluating four biopsy approaches. Evidence that refines procedural nephrology.

@CMCNephrology @OffCMCVellore @isn_india Is it available on online mode?

Debate 2 at the 2nd Dialysis Conclave 2026: “Spin It or Filter It – Does that determine PLEX outcome?” Centrifugal vs membrane therapeutic plasma exchange. Technique, efficiency, practicality — and what truly impacts outcomes. Strong arguments. Clear evidence. Real-world experience on the table. #DialysisConclave2026 #PLEX #Nephrology #TherapeuticPlasmaExchange

Capillary refill time (CRT) measured in digital nail bed blood return is quick, easily performed, and a long-standing component of the physical exam in the ICU #Nephpearls #AKIinICU 👉 wolterskluwer.com/en/solutions/o… 👉 pubmed.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/30772908/

How can we really help our CKD patients? Check out the following e-seminar 👇

Ultrasound-guided lateral kidney biopsy in patients unsuitable for the prone position doi.org/10.1093/ckj/sf…

Hey #NephTwitter 2/10/26 at 9 pm we'll will discuss #Flozinating into the Future & Beyond... SGLT2i in kidney transplant recipients. What's the latest evidence of risk/benefit? Do #Flozins act mechanistically the same in de-innervated kidneys? Come chat. nephjc.com/news/inifinti-…

@trafficngp When are you starting this ? It is urgently needed in Nagpur

Hello @CPHydCity when will action be taken against these illegal light installations.? Instead of focusing only on issuing challans, address these violations as well @HYDTP @Bhatti_Mallu

Ten tips in lupus nephritis management doi.org/10.1093/ckj/sf…

Check the details of #ECNeph Excellent summary @dra_miliflores Join us 9 PM IST @Dilushiwijay @arvindcanchi @RadhikaDrpatil @ISNkidneycare @ISNeducation @krithicism @dakidneydoc What’s the diagnosis ? Let’s discuss today 👍 Looking forward ….

The Indian Society of Nephrology is inviting applications from its members to join the Social Media Team Send a mail to isn.india.some@gmail.com with an introduction to yourself & how you would contribute to the Social Media team Last date for application: 25 Jan 2026 (TOMORROW)!

Dear members, ISN is organising a webinar on important and relevant topic of Hyperuricemia in CKD. Link for registration and viewing the webinar : …ntapharmawebinar.netcastservice.co.in Date- 23rd January,2026 Time – 8.00 PM onwards

A Guide to Immunosuppression in Transplantation - renalfellow.org/2019/09/03/a-g… #KidneyTransplant #Immunosuppression @docpro89 @RLorch_MD @mattysincs @dranikalucas