Article
Genetics of diabetic nephropathy.
Nephrology, dialysis, transplantation : official publication of the European Dialysis and Transplant Association - European Renal Association - 1 Jul 2003
Merta M, Reiterova J, Rysavá R, Kmentová D, Tesar V
Abstract excerpt
Diabetic nephropathy (DN) develops in approximately 40% of type 1 diabetic patients and is a leading cause of end-stage renal failure. Its rate of progression varies greatly among individuals. Several factors, including genetic predisposition, metabolic and haemodynamic alterations and various gr...
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