ALPHA
#Nephrology

Alport syndrome

evan Jan. 20, 2024

Alport = All ports affected (eyes, ears, urine)

  • Faulty gene causing a type 4 collagen defect
  • Characterized by glomerulonephritis, end-stage kidney disease, and hearing loss. It can also affect the eyes, leading to abnormalities such as lenticonus.
  • However, it does not cause anosmia or loss of smell.

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