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What is acute tubular (TOO-byoo-lur) necrosis (neh-KRO-sis) (ATN)?

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A severe form of acute renal failure that develops in people with severe illnesses like infections or with low blood pressure. Patients may need dialysis. Kidney function often improves if the underlying disease is successfully treated.

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