Alport syndrome overview
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Editor-In-Chief: C. Michael Gibson, M.S., M.D. [1]
Overview
Alport syndrome is a genetic condition characterized by the progressive loss of kidney, eye and ear functioning. The disorder originates from mutations in critical genes involved in the structure of basement membranes. The presence of blood in the urine (hematuria) is almost always found in this condition. There is no known cure for this disorder.