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Childhood Nephrotic Syndrome

Internet URL

http://www.kidneyfund.org/kidney-disease/kidney-problems/childhood-nephrotic-syndrome.html  External Link

Sponsoring Agency

American Kidney Fund

Description

Nephrotic syndrome is a condition that causes the kidneys to “leak” protein from the blood to the urine. In children, nephrotic syndrome may only be temporary, or it may be the first sign of kidney damage. This document discusses the symptoms and treatments for childhood nephrotic syndrome.

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Review Date

4/28/2009