Renal osteodystrophy

Causes, Symptoms, Complications, Prevention, Diagnosis and Treatment

What is Renal osteodystrophy?

Renal osteodystrophy is a condition in which the bone morphology is altered in patients suffering from chronic kidney disease. It is a measure of the skeletal component of chronic kidney disease mineral bone disorder (CKD-MBD).

What are the causes of Renal osteodystrophy?

It occurs when the kidneys are unable to maintain adequate levels of calcium and phosphorus in the blood.

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