Renal biopsy correlation between indications and histopathology diagnosis
Journal Title: Archives of Clinical Nephrology - Year 2018, Vol 4, Issue 1
Abstract
Introduction: Renal biopsy is a procedure in which a sample of renal tissue is obtained for microscopic examination. Renal biopsy has contributed greatly to the classification of intrinsic renal diseases and, therefore, to a better knowledge of the pathogenesis involved. Although there are many studies regarding Renal Biopsy. There is little literature regarding correlation between indications and histopathology Diagnosis especially from India.
Authors and Affiliations
A Parrey, I Ahmad, K Banday, S Rather
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