noun
- 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.
- synonyms: nephrotic syndrome
- A disease affecting the kidneys.
- synonyms: kidney disease, renal disorder, nephropathy
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