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3 unusual facts about Fibromuscular dysplasia


Fibrodysplasia

Fibromuscular dysplasia, a disease characterized by the fibrous thickening of the renal artery.

Fibromuscular dysplasia

In fact, according to the Cleveland Clinic approximately 10% of cases appear to be inherited and often coexists with other genetic abnormalities that affect the blood vessels.

Understanding the etiology and pathophysiology of FMD continues to be an area of active research through patient registries and the Fibromuscular Dysplasia Society of America (FMDSA).



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