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1. insufficiency
noun. (pathology) inability of a bodily part or organ to function normally.
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4. renal
adjective. ['ˈriːnəl'] of or relating to the kidneys.
Etymology
- renalis (Latin)
- renes (Latin)
Sentences with renal-insufficiency
1. Noun Phrase
By limiting intake of high-phosphorus foods, symptoms of renal insufficiency can be minimized.
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Hydronephrosis may cause renal insufficiency or kidney damage 2.
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Hypercalcemia can lead to health problems such as renal insufficiency, vascular and soft tissue calcification, and kidney stones.
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The University of California-Davis Health System describes renal insufficiency as the poor function of kidneys possibly caused by a reduction of blood flow to your kidneys 3.