Title of article :
Pathogenesis of Focal and Segmental Glomerulosclerosis: A Review
Author/Authors :
Akash, Nabil King Hussein Medical Center - Department of Nephrology, Jordan
Abstract :
The term Focal and Segmental Glomerulosclerosis (FSGS) implies that only a portion of the glomerulus (segmental) and only some of the glomeruli (focal) are involved. FSGS is a major cause of idiopathic nephrotic syndrome in adults and somewhat less common in children.
Keywords :
Focal segmental glomerulosclerosis , gene mutation , podocytes , permeability factor
Journal title :
Saudi Journal of Kidney Diseases and Transplantation
Journal title :
Saudi Journal of Kidney Diseases and Transplantation
