Dietary sodium alters aldosterone's effect on renal sodium transporter expression and distal convoluted tubule remodelling.

Aldosterone is responsible for maintaining volume and potassium homeostasis. Although high salt consumption should suppress aldosterone production, individuals with hyperaldosteronism lose this regulation, leading to a state of high aldosterone despite dietary sodium consumption. The present study examines the effects of elevated aldosterone, with or without high salt consumption, on the expression of key Na transporters and remodelling in the distal nephron.

The Impact of Fellowship Training in Academic Plastic Surgery.

Background: The competitive nature of an academic plastic surgery career has contributed to an increase in sub-specialization. The aim of this study is to assess the benefits of subspecialty fellowship training to pursue a career in academic plastic surgery.

Methods: A cross-sectional study was conducted of all current academic plastic surgeons (APSs) participating in Accreditation Council for Graduate Medical Education-certified residency programs.

An Evaluation of Race Disparities in Academic Plastic Surgery.

Background: Academic plastic surgery has a history of underrepresentation of ethnic and racial minority groups. Recent policy shifts by national medical groups and plastic surgery societies have focused on reversing these inequalities. This study seeks to measure ethnic and racial representation at academic and leadership positions following recent changes.

Change Is Happening: An Evaluation of Gender Disparities in Academic Plastic Surgery.

Background: Gender disparities in academic plastic surgery are known; however, recently, professional societies have endorsed a culture of gender diversification. This study aims to evaluate the effects of these changes at faculty and leadership positions.

Methods: A cross-sectional study was conducted in June of 2018 to evaluate gender representation among U.