Genetic causes of hypercalciuric nephrolithiasis.

Renal stone disease (nephrolithiasis) affects 3-5% of the population and is often associated with hypercalciuria. Hypercalciuric nephrolithiasis is a familial disorder in over 35% of patients and may occur as a monogenic disorder that is more likely to manifest itself in childhood. Studies of these...

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Main Authors: Stechman, M, Loh, N, Thakker, R
Format: Journal article
Language:English
Published: 2009