No, it isn't: Fanconi anemia is a rare inherited blood disorder that leads to bone marrow failure, and increases the risk of some cancers and other health problems. Fanconi syndrome is a different disease that affects mostly children. They pass large amounts of nutrients and chemicals through the urine and may have serious developmental problems.
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Let me explain: Malformed or absent kidneys and other defects of the urinary tract could happen in fanconis anemia which could lead to kidney failure if was not treated properly.
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See details: Fanconi syndrome is a disease of the tubules in the kidney. It can cause electrolyte problems, acidosis and growth issues among other things but not kidney failure. Fanconi anemia can cause numerous severe issues, mainly malignancies and endocrine problems. Kidney issues are also seen and rarely kidney failure.
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NO: No it is not associated with kidney failure, but fanconi syndrome is which is a different disorder also named after swiss pediatrician.
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