Minimal change nephrotic syndrome--a complex genetic disorder.

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INTRODUCTION: Minimal change nephrotic syndrome (MCNS) is the most common primary nephrotic syndrome in childhood. While the pathogenesis of this disease is still unknown, there is considerable evidence that it is an immune disease. This role of genetic susceptibility in this disease is the subject of this review. METHODS: Reported studies addressing potential genetic factors in MCNS were reviewed. These factors...

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