Kidneys are complex and interesting organs, often described in medical literature as a pair of fist-sized organs, located deep within the abdomen, beneath the rib cage. They perform numerous vital functions to maintain our health. Among these functions, the most fundamental is filtering toxins from the blood and regulating water balance. Additionally, kidneys play a crucial role in controlling our blood pressure, producing red blood cells, and ensuring bone health by regulating mineral levels such as sodium and potassium, as well as maintaining the body’s acid-base and water balance.
 

In honor of World Kidney Day, a symposium will be held today at 15:00 in the conference hall of the “Arabkir” Medical Center. This event is organized jointly by the Armenian Pediatric Association, Armenian Society of Nephrology, Hemodialysis and Transplantation, with the support of the International Society of Nephrologists.