Pathology – MCQ 77 – Bilateral contracted kidneys are characteristically seen

In which of the following conditions bilateral contracted kidneys are characteristically seen?
A. Amyloidosis
B. Diabetes mellitus
C. Rapidly progressive (crescentic) glomerulonephritis
D. Benign nephrosclerosis

Correct answer : D. Benign nephrosclerosis

In benign nephrosclerosis, the kidneys may be reduced in size due to cortical scarring and shrinking.

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