Nephronophthisis 3: A genetic kidney disorder which causes kidney failure during adolescence. Other problems such as underdeveloped lungs may also be associated with the condition. Type 3 is caused by a defect in the NPHP3 gene. More detailed information about the symptoms, causes, and treatments of Nephronophthisis 3 is available below.
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Prognosis for Nephronophthisis 3: Kidney failure can occur from adolescence to early adulthood.
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