reviewNew England Journal of MedicineDec 21, 2011Closed access

Focal Segmental Glomerulosclerosis

VDVivette D. D’AgatiFJFrederick J. KaskelRJRonald J. Falk

Columbia College · Columbia University · +2 more institutions

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Abstract

Focal segmental glomerulosclerosis, which is characterized by progressive glomerular scarring, accounts for about 20% of cases of the nephrotic syndrome in children and 40% in adults. This review considers current approaches to diagnosis and management of the disease.

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Keywords
  • Medicine
  • Focal segmental glomerulosclerosis
  • Nephrotic syndrome
  • Minimal change disease
  • Glomerulosclerosis
  • Pathology
  • Glomerulonephritis
  • Intensive care medicine
UN Sustainable Development Goals
  • Good health and well-being
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