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A child with Henoch-Schonlein nephritis and selective proteinuria--case report.

Authors :
Murugasu B
Yap HK
Chiang GS
Source :
The Journal of the Singapore Paediatric Society [J Singapore Paediatr Soc] 1990; Vol. 32 (1-2), pp. 43-5.
Publication Year :
1990

Abstract

In this paper, we describe a child with Henoch-Schonlein nephritis presenting with nephrotic syndrome and selective proteinuria. Renal biopsy showed ISKDC Class IIIA nephritis. He responded to steroid treatment and is currently well. The significance of renal involvement in Henoch-Schonlein Purpura is discussed.

Subjects

Subjects :
Child
Humans
IgA Vasculitis physiopathology
Male
Nephritis pathology
Prednisolone therapeutic use
Proteinuria drug therapy
IgA Vasculitis complications
Nephritis etiology

Details

Language :
English
ISSN :
0037-5683
Volume :
32
Issue :
1-2
Database :
MEDLINE
Journal :
The Journal of the Singapore Paediatric Society
Publication Type :
Academic Journal
Accession number :
2259195

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