nephrosis

A disease of the kidneys marked by degenerative lesions, especially of the winding uriniferous tubules.

A non-inflammatory disease of the kidneys that is characterised by the leaking of blood protein into the urine, swelling or oedema, and degenerative lesions.

A syndrome characterized by edema and large amounts of protein in the urine and usually increased blood cholesterol; usually associated with glomerulonephritis or with a complication of various systemic diseases.

A disease affecting the kidneys.