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Alport Syndrome

Alport Syndrome

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Understanding Alport Syndrome: Symptoms, Causes, Diagnosis, Treatment, and Living with the Condition Introduction Alport Syndrome is a rare genetic condition characterized by kidney disease, hearing loss, and eye abnormalities. It is caused by mutations in genes encoding type IV collagen, a key component of the basement membrane in the kidneys, ears, and eyes. This condition…