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Meaning of NEPHROSCLEROSIS
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Definition:
[n]
kidney
disease
that
is
usually
associated
with
hypertension
;
sclerosis
of
the
renal
arterioles
reduces
blood
flow
that
can
lead
to
kidney
failure
and
heart
failure
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Synonyms:
nephroangiosclerosis
See Also:
kidney disease
,
nephropathy
,
nephrosis
,
renal disorder
Biology Dictionary
Definition:
This is an abnormal condition of the kidney characterized by hyaline deposition in the intima of blood vessels. This condition is often associated with essential
hypertension
.
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