HealthJuly 7, 2026

nephrology

/nəˈfrɒlədʒi/

Definition

The branch of medicine that focuses on the diagnosis and treatment of diseases related to the kidneys.

Etymology

The word derives from the Greek 'nephros' meaning 'kidney' and '-logia' meaning 'study of'. It entered English in the late 19th century to describe this specific medical field.

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