Thinking Rare is a podcast
by the European Society
for Paediatric Nephrology
In just 15 minutes — the time of a coffee break — each episode guides listeners through the key steps of clinical reasoning in rare pediatric kidney diseases. Through expert-led conversations, Thinking Rare helps clinicians navigate complex dia- gnoses and management challenges, offering practical insights to support decision-making when facing rare and difficult cases in children.
SEASON 1
Episode 1
Transplant Choices in PH1: When, How, and for Whom?
In this episode, Dr. Sander Garrelfs discusses with Dr. Wesley Hayes how advances in RNAi therapies are reshaping the management of Primary Hyperoxaluria Type 1 (PH1) and influencing transplantation strategies in children.
Episode 2
Infant-onset PH1: can we change the future from day one? Family counseling and new possibilities
Dr. Sander Garrelfs and Prof. Licia Peruzzi discuss a remarkable real-world case of a newborn diagnosed with PH1 before birth. Through this inspiring clinical story, they explore how early diagnosis, family counselling, and timely treatment with RNAi therapy can transform outcomes for children affected by this rare kidney disease.
Episode 3
Living beyond the diagnosis: the psychological experience of rare kidney diseases
In this episode, Dr. Sander Garrelfs and psychologist Stephanie Kraft discuss why psychological care is an essential part of managing rare kidney diseases. From supporting children and families through diagnosis and treatment to helping clinicians better understand patient needs, they explore how psychology can improve both the patient experience and clinical outcomes.
This season is supported by Alnylam Pharmaceuticals in the form of an unrestricted financial support.
The scientific programm has not been influenced in any way by its sponsor.
