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Molecular genetics of autosomal recessive polycystic kidney disease.
Molecular genetics and metabolism - 1 Feb 2004
Harris Peter C, Rossetti Sandro
Abstract excerpt
Autosomal recessive polycystic kidney disease (ARPKD) is a severe form of inherited childhood nephropathy ( approximately 1:20,000 live births) characterized by fusiform dilatation of collecting ducts and congenital hepatic fibrosis. Up to 30% die as neonates due to respiratory insufficiency and the majority of surviving infants develop hypertension. Progression to end stage renal disease occurs in 20-45% of...
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