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1. (noun) nephrocalcinosis
renal lithiasis in which calcium deposits form in the renal parenchyma and result in reduced kidney function and blood in the urine

Definition of 'Nephrocalcinosis'

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1. Nephrocalcinosis
A condition characterized by calcification of the renal tissue itself. It is usually seen in distal RENAL TUBULAR ACIDOSIS with calcium deposition in the DISTAL KIDNEY TUBULES and the surrounding interstitium. Nephrocalcinosis causes RENAL INSUFFICIENCY.

'Nephrocalcinosis' - Nearby Entries
nephritis nephroangiosclerosis nephroblastoma nephrocalcinosis nephrogenic diabetes insipidus nephrolepis exaltata nephrolepis exaltata bostoniensis

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