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Nephropathy (Noun)

Meaning

A disease affecting the kidneys.

Classification

Nouns denoting natural processes.

Examples

  • The doctor specialized in treating diabetic nephropathy in patients with type 2 diabetes.
  • Researchers studied the progression of diabetic nephropathy and its impact on patients' quality of life.
  • Prolonged high blood pressure increased her risk of developing hypertensive nephropathy.
  • Radiation nephropathy was a significant concern for patients undergoing kidney radiation therapy.
  • Obstructive nephropathy occurs when there is a blockage that restricts blood flow to the kidneys.

Synonyms

  • Renal Disorder
  • Kidney Disease
  • Nephrosis

Hypernyms

  • Uropathy

Hyponyms

  • Renal Insufficiency
  • Nephroangiosclerosis
  • Polycystic Kidney Disease
  • Nephritis
  • Polyuria
  • Bright's Disease
  • PKD
  • Renal Failure
  • Kidney Failure
  • Nephrosclerosis
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