Congenital Nephrotic Syndrome
Congenital nephrotic syndrome is a kidney disorder present from birth or during the first months of life, in which the kidneys let large amounts of protein escape into the urine.
Possible signs: It is usually associated with generalized swelling, especially in the face and legs, as well as abnormalities in urine and blood tests. It can also affect the baby's growth.
Origin: It has a genetic basis and is related to abnormal development of the small filters of the kidney responsible for retaining proteins.
Which specialist treats it? The nephrologist, and in particular the pediatric nephrologist, are the ones who study and follow this condition in the youngest patients. In the face of persistent swelling in a baby, it is advisable to seek specialized medical evaluation early.
Data on 5 doctors who treat congenital nephrotic syndrome
Specialties that treat congenital nephrotic syndrome
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Doctors specialized in congenital nephrotic syndrome
Dr. Aristóteles Quintero Díaz
Dr. Francisco Manuel González Hernández
Dr. Jaqueline Ramírez Ramos
Dr. Luis Miguel Torres Orozco
Dr. Leopoldo Vásquez Cardona
Dr. Odette Del Carmen Diaz Avendaño
Dr. Maetzin Alicia Medina De La Rosa
Dr. Nicolas Marcelo Ramos Rocha
Dra. Nadia Cruz Ortega
Dr. Juan José Salazar González
Dra. Adriana Flores Palacios
Dr. Guadalupe Gallo Cabrera
Dr. Yasmín Rocío Carreño Rodríguez
Dr. Rodolfo Rincón Pedrero
Dr. Bernardo Moguel González
Dr. Juan Carlos Enriquez Ocaña
Dr. Ramón Antonio Diez Grajales
Dra. Ana Guillén Dosal
Dr. Marco Antonio Martínez Guevara
Dr. Carlos Norman Velazquez Gutierrez
Frequently asked questions
What is congenital nephrotic syndrome?
Congenital nephrotic syndrome is a kidney disorder present from birth or during the first months of life, in which the kidneys let large amounts of protein escape into the urine.
Which doctor treats congenital nephrotic syndrome?
Congenital Nephrotic Syndrome is usually treated by specialists in nephrologist, pediatric nephrologist, pediatric nephrologist.