Nephrogenic rest
Abnormally persistent clusters of embryonal cells, representing microscopic malformations (dysplasias) of the developing kidney. [ ]
Term info
Nephrogenic rest
Though NR are best known as precursors of Wilms tumor (WT), many alternative fates are observed, and most rests are destined for eventual atresia. Nephroblastomatosis refers to the presence of multifocal or diffuse nephrogenic rests.
doelkens
2011-12-01T02:41:34Z
human_phenotype
HP:0100880