Directory of Renal Agenesis Resources
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The complete absence of one (unilateral) or both (bilateral) kidneys. Agenesis means "without a beginning". Also known as Potter's Syndrome, bilateral renal agenesis is the complete absence of both kidneys. Severe oligohydramnios (too little amniotic fluid) results, causing growth retardation, typical 'Potter's facies' (beak-like nose, receding chin, and large, low-set ears), and pulmonary hypoplasia (failure of the lungs to reach full size). This condition is incompatible with life.
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Development
http://dev.biologists.org/cgi/content/abstract/122/6/1919
Summary of a study titled "Renal agenesis and hypodysplasia in ret-k- mutant mice result from defects in ureteric bud development". -
eMedicine - Potter Syndrome
http://emedicine.medscape.com/article/983477-overview
Includes an introduction, clinical differentials, treatment, medication, and follow-up. -
Potter's Syndrome Support Group
http://forums.delphiforums.com/potterssyndrome/start/
Discussion forum at Delphi. Registration required to participate. -
Potter's Syndrome Webring
http://www.angelfire.com/mt/potters/index.html
Information on joining the ring. -
Renal Agenesis and Hypoplastic Lung Syndrome
http://hygeia.org/poems22.htm
Description, clinical features, and management. -
Renal Agenesis Surveillance -- United States
http://www.cdc.gov/mmwr/preview/mmwrhtml/00001301.htm
Results of a study using data from the Birth Defects Monitoring Program. -
West Midlands Perinatal Institute Site: Renal Agenesis
http://www.perinatal.nhs.uk/car/anomaly/renal/renalagenesis.htm
Description of the anomaly.
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