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Nephroangiosclerosis (Noun)

Meaning

Kidney disease that is usually associated with hypertension; sclerosis of the renal arterioles reduces blood flow that can lead to kidney failure and heart failure.

Classification

Nouns denoting natural processes.

Examples

  • Nephroangiosclerosis is a serious complication of long-standing hypertension that can lead to kidney failure if left untreated.
  • The patient's history of uncontrolled high blood pressure made him more susceptible to developing nephroangiosclerosis.
  • Studies have shown that nephroangiosclerosis is a major contributor to the progression of kidney disease in patients with hypertension.
  • The pathologist's examination of the kidney tissue revealed signs of nephroangiosclerosis, which was likely caused by the patient's chronic high blood pressure.
  • Untreated nephroangiosclerosis can lead to a vicious cycle of worsening kidney function and increasing blood pressure, ultimately resulting in heart failure.

Synonyms

  • Nephrosclerosis

Hypernyms

  • Kidney Disease
  • Nephropathy
  • Nephrosis
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