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SUBMITTER: Kiffel J
PROVIDER: S-EPMC3709971 | biostudies-literature | 2011 Sep
REPOSITORIES: biostudies-literature
Advances in chronic kidney disease 20110901 5
Focal segmental glomerulosclerosis (FSGS) is one of the most common forms of acquired glomerular disease leading to end-stage kidney disease. Its incidence is rising around the world. There is no proven therapy for those patients who do not respond to corticosteroids and it can recur in 20% to 25% of patients who receive a kidney transplant. The disease can be primary, or it can be secondary to various conditions including vesicoureteral reflux, obesity, medications, and infections. Recent advan ...[more]