Renal osteodystrophy
Causes, Symptoms, Complications, Prevention, Diagnosis and Treatment

What is Renal osteodystrophy?

Renal osteodystrophy is a condition in which the bone morphology is altered in patients suffering from chronic kidney disease. It is a measure of the skeletal component of chronic kidney disease mineral bone disorder (CKD-MBD).

What are the causes of Renal osteodystrophy?

It occurs when the kidneys are unable to maintain adequate levels of calcium and phosphorus in the blood.

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References: 

• Renal osteodystrophy. Medicine Net. Available at: https://www.medicinenet.com/osteodystrophy/article.html Accessed on June 27, 2020.
• Renal osteodystrophy. Ortho Bullets. Available at: http://www.orthobullets.com/basic-science/9030/renal-osteodystrophy Accessed on June 27, 2020.
• Renal osteodystrophy. Mayo Clinic. Available at: https://mayoclinic.pure.elsevier.com/en/publications/renal-osteodystrophy Accessed on June 27, 2020.

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