Medullary Sponge Kidney
Health Encyclopedia: Nephrocalcinosis
Nephrocalcinosis is a kidney disorder involving deposition of calcium and oxalate or phosphate in the renal tubules and interstitium (the areas between the tubules). These deposits may result in reduced kidney function.
Causes, incidence, and risk factors
Nephrocalcinosis may be caused by a number of conditions:
- Excess excretion of calcium by the kidney
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Renal tubular acidosis - Medullary sponge kidney
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Hypercalcemia (high calcium...
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