The Leading Cause(s) of End-Stage Renal Failure Is (Are)

question 25

Multiple Choice

The leading cause(s) of end-stage renal failure is (are) :

• A) renal calculi and kidney infection.
• B) acute renal failure.
• C) uncontrolled diabetes mellitus and hypertension.
• D) kidney infection.

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