Conditions / Syndrome

X-linked Alport syndrome

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An Alport syndrome that has_material_basis_in mutation in the gene encoding the alpha-5 chain of basement membrane collagen type IV (COL4A5).

Signs and symptoms

  • Reduced epidermal collagen IV alpha 5 chain staining
  • Stage 5 chronic kidney disease
  • Nephritis
  • Nephrotic syndrome
  • Renal insufficiency
  • Lenticonus
  • Glomerular basement membrane lamellation
  • Anterior lenticonus
  • Proteinuria
  • Hypoparathyroidism

Also known as: nephropathy and deafness, X-linked