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Plasma exchanges and immunosuppression for anti-complement factor H associated hemolytic uremic syndrome.
- Source :
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Indian pediatrics [Indian Pediatr] 2014 Oct; Vol. 51 (10), pp. 833-5. - Publication Year :
- 2014
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Abstract
- Background: Atypical hemolytic uremic syndrome associated with autoantibodies to complement factor H is an important cause of acute kidney injury; most patients require dialysis and are at risk of progressive renal failure.<br />Case Characteristics: 7 patients with gastrointestinal symptoms, acute kidney injury, thrombotic microangiopathy and elevated levels of anti-complement factor H antibodies.<br />Intervention: Prompt initiation of plasma exchanges and immunosuppression.<br />Outcome: Remission of hematological and kidney functions.<br />Message: Prompt and specific management of antibody associated hemolytic uremic syndrome is associated with favorable outcome.
Details
- Language :
- English
- ISSN :
- 0974-7559
- Volume :
- 51
- Issue :
- 10
- Database :
- MEDLINE
- Journal :
- Indian pediatrics
- Publication Type :
- Academic Journal
- Accession number :
- 25362019