Nephrosclerosis (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
- The patient's history of uncontrolled hypertension led to the development of nephrosclerosis, which ultimately resulted in end-stage renal disease.
- Nephrosclerosis is a common cause of kidney failure in patients with long-standing hypertension, and can also contribute to heart failure.
- The pathologist's examination of the kidney tissue revealed significant nephrosclerosis, characterized by thickening of the renal arterioles and reduced blood flow.
- Chronic hypertension can cause nephrosclerosis, a condition in which the kidneys become scarred and are no longer able to function properly.
- The patient's kidney function continued to decline due to nephrosclerosis, and she eventually required dialysis to manage her condition.