Fanconi renotubular syndrome

Fanconi renotubular syndrome

Definition

A genetic or acquired disorder characterized by impairment of the function of the proximal tubules of the kidney. It results in decreased reabsorption of electrolytes, glucose, amino acids, and other nutrients.

Also known as De toni-debre-Fanconi syndrome, Fanconi syndrome, Fanconi-de toni syndrome, Fanconi's syndrome, Lignac-Fanconi syndrome — per MONDO

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