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Congenital nephrogenic diabetes insipidus - Overview

Alternative Names

Nephrogenic diabetes insipidus - congenital

Definition of Congenital nephrogenic diabetes insipidus:

Congenital nephrogenic diabetes insipidus is a condition in which the kidneys can't conserve water, leading to excessive water loss.

See also: Diabetes insipidus - nephrogenic

Causes, incidence, and risk factors:

This condition is present from birth.

  • Reviewed last on: 8/14/2007
  • Charles Silberberg, DO, Private Practice specializing in Nephrology, Affiliated with NY Medical College, Division of Nephrology, Valhalla, NY. Review provided by VeriMed Healthcare Network.