Nephrotic Syndrome

Nephrotic Syndrome, also known as Finnish congenital nephrotic syndrome, is related to familial nephrotic syndrome and genetic steroid-resistant nephrotic syndrome, and has symptoms including edema. An important gene associated with Nephrotic Syndrome is NPHS2 (NPHS2 Stomatin Family Member, Podocin), and among its related pathways/superpathways are Signal Transduction and Non-integrin membrane-ECM interactions. The drugs Entecavir and Acetazolamide have been mentioned in the context of this disorder. Affiliated tissues include kidney and pituitary, and related phenotypes are renal/urinary system and homeostasis/metabolism.