Gene Mutations Affect Kidney Disease Risk And Prognosis

Screening could help in the diagnosis and treatment of affected individuals Highlights Certain mutations and combinations of mutations in immune-related genes affect individuals' risk of developing a rare but serious kidney condition. These mutations also affect patient prognosis following different treatments. About half of patients with the condition, called atypical hemolytic uremic syndrome, develop kidney failure...
Source: Health News from Medical News Today - Category: Consumer Health News Tags: Urology / Nephrology Source Type: news