Summary
The findings were published in leading medical journals, indicating broader potential use of the medicine.
Key Points
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Finerenone targets damage in the kidneys caused by high blood pressure and inflammation.
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The studies involved thousands of participants across different countries.
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Results suggest the drug could become a treatment option for a wider range of kidney patients.
New Words to Learn
6 wordskidney
organ that removes waste and extra fluid from the blood
disease
a condition that impairs normal function of the body
diabetes
a chronic condition where the body cannot properly control blood sugar levels
medicine
a substance used to treat or prevent illness
inflammation
the body's response that causes swelling and pain
progression
the process of a disease getting worse over time
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