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In this video, we will explain how the kidneys work and what happens to the body when the kidneys deteriorate. If you are currently visiting a hospital for kidney disease or have been diagnosed with abnormal kidney function during a health check, please watch this video to learn more about your kidneys. *This video is a part of the in-hospital public lecture held at Shin Matsudo Central General Hospital on June 17, 2022. Shin Matsudo Central General Hospital Nephrology and Hypertension Department Websitehttps://www.shinmatsudo-hospital.jp/d... 0:09 Trends in dialysis patients in Japan3:46 Understand your kidneys5:50 The function of the kidneys is the same as drip coffee7:47 High blood pressure puts a strain on the kidney filters (glomeruli)10:09 Symptoms that appear when the kidneys do not function properly12:58 What are the four functions of the kidneys? 16:25 What is urinary protein? 20:38 Main tests to check kidney function24:30 Can polyuria occur in the early stages of renal failure? 26:38 Why taking in too much salt leads to high blood pressure30:50 Relationship between blood pressure in the doctor's office and the rate of deterioration of kidney function31:34 How to measure blood pressure and the numbers37:23 Salt intake targets39:10 Be careful when restricting protein intake in elderly patients with chronic kidney disease! 40:26 Improving lifestyle habits is also important!