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Nephrocalcinosis

Definition

A condition of the kidney, caused by previous inflammation or degeneration when accompanied by previous renal failure. This condition is characterised by renal lithiasis, or calcium-based deposition in the renal parenchyma. This condition may also present with infection, haematuria, anal colic, or decreased renal function. Confirmation is by abdominal medical imaging to determine location of deposits.

Also indexed as

Fetal nephrocalcinosisNephrocalcinosis

Nearby in Renal tubulo-interstitial diseases