Definition, Meaning & Synonyms

nephropathy

Noun

/nɛˈfrɒpəθi/

Definition

Nephropathy refers to any disease or damage that affects the kidneys, leading to dysfunction or impairment in their ability to filter waste from the blood.

Examples

Diabetic nephropathy is a common complication of diabetes, affecting kidney function.
Patients with hypertension are at a higher risk of developing nephropathy.
Early detection of nephropathy can help prevent progression to kidney failure.

Meaning

The term broadly encompasses various forms of kidney disease, resulting from different causes such as diabetes, hypertension, inflammation, and genetic conditions.