218 top medical experts on Segmental glomerulosclerosis across 25 countries and 19 U.S. states, including 74 MDs (Physicians). This is based on an objective analysis of their Scientific Publications, Clinical Trials, Medicare, and NIH Grants.

  1. Segmental glomerulosclerosis: Focal segmental glomerulosclerosis (FSGS) is a type of kidney disorder . It is characterized by scar tissue that forms in some of the glomeruli in the kidney.FSGS may cause non-specific signs and symptoms, including protein in the urine, elevated levels of creatinine , and swelling.In many cases the cause of FSGS can not be determined. Some cases are thought to be associated with congenital kidney defects, urine backing up into the kidneys, obesity, obstructive sleep apnea , sickle cell anemia , or viruses (e.g., HIV).The goal of treatment is to control symptoms and prevent chronic kidney failure .Even with treatment, many people with FSGS progress to kidney failure within 5 to 20 years.
  2. Clinical guidelines are the recommended starting point to understand initial steps and current protocols in any disease or procedure:
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  • Synonyms: FSGS1,  Focal sclerosis with hyalinosis,  Focal segmental glomerulosclerosis 1,  1 Focal Segmental Glomerulosclerosis


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