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nephrotic syndrome

nef-ROT-ik

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Definition

Group of symptoms from kidney damage that include heavy protein in the urine, low blood protein, and swelling.

PathologyUrinary

Breakdown

Root

nephr/o

kidney

Etymology

Greek: nephr/o (kidney) + -otic (condition)

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