Kidney International Reports

Scope

Kidney International Reports, an official journal of the International Society of Nephrology, is a peer-reviewed, open access journal devoted to the publication of leading research and developments related to kidney disease. With the primary aim of contributing to improved care of patients with kidney disease, the journal publishes original clinical and select translational articles and educational content related to the pathogenesis, evaluation and management of acute and chronic kidney disease, end stage renal disease, transplantation, acid-base, fluid and electrolyte disturbances and hypertension. Of particular interest are submissions related to clinical trials, epidemiology, systematic reviews (including meta-analyses) and outcomes research. The journal also provides a platform for wider dissemination of national and regional guidelines as well as consensus meeting reports. Article categories include but are not limited to full length articles, brief reports, research letters and case reports, as well as editorials, narrative reviews and commentaries on recent developments in the literature. While maintaining a rigorous peer review process, the journal uses innovative technology to provide authors novel means to share findings and data with readers in a timely manner.