Kidney Conditions

Kidney disease (renal failure) is short-term or permanent damage to the kidneys that results in loss of normal kidney function. Learn more about this condition in children.

Peritoneal dialysis is performed at home by trained family members or in the hospital by trained health care professionals. Hemodialysis is performed in a dialysis center or hospital by trained health care professionals.

Kidney transplant is a surgical procedure performed to replace a diseased kidney with a healthy kidney from another person.

Glomerulonephritis is a type of kidney disease where the blood vessels become inflamed. Learn more about this condition.

HUS is a rare condition that can lead to kidney failure in children. Kidney failure develops as a result of destruction of the small, functional structures and vessels inside the kidney.

Nephrotic syndrome is a problem where too much protein called albumin is released from the body into the urine. Learn more about this condition.

Polycystic kidney disease is a genetic disorder characterized by the growth of numerous cysts filled with fluid in the kidneys. 

Our specialists provide expert care for children with renal vascular disease. Learn more about its symptoms, causes, and treatments.