Reflux nephropathy
- PMID: 3295725
- DOI: 10.1016/s0031-3955(16)36266-6
Reflux nephropathy
Abstract
This article reviews current concepts of reflux nephropathy, including the pathophysiology, diagnosis, relationship to infection, role in causing end-stage renal disease, and appropriate treatment and management. The condition is defined from a epidemiologic point of view herein, and attention also is given to possible progressions this condition can take.
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