Fanconi syndrome
Last reviewed 04/2022
Fanconi syndrome refers to a generalised disturbance of renal tubular transport whether inherited or acquired. It may occur at any age is characterised by:
- aminoaciduria
- glycosuria
- phosphaturia
- renal tubular acidosis type 2 (proximal)
- rickets (children) or osteomalacia (adults)
Fanconi syndrome should not be confused with Fanconi anaemia.