Uptake of next-generation sequencing in children with end-stage renal disease secondary to focal segmental glomerulosclerosis and parental decision for kidney transplantation-Experience from a low resource setting: A Retrospective Cohort Study.

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BACKGROUND: Transplantation is the optimal modality for children with ESRD. High risk of disease recurrence and graft loss with FSGS, and its financial implications, may result in families refusing transplantation. Deceased donation is often preferred for FSGS, but access is limited in many low- and middle-income group countries (LMIC; per capita gross national income between $1026 and $3995). As FSGS secondary...

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