Overview
Definition
Inflammation of the tiny filters in the kidneys (glomeruli).
Epidemiology
Important cause of end-stage renal disease globally.
Etiology & Risk Factors
- Post-streptococcal infection
- Lupus
- IgA Nephropathy
- Anti-GBM disease
Clinical Symptoms
- Hematuria (cola-colored urine)
- Hypertension
- Edema
Clinical Approach
Diagnosis
- Urinalysis (RBC casts, proteinuria)
- Renal biopsy
Management
- Blood pressure control
- Immunosuppressants
- Plasmapheresis (if severe)
Complications
- Acute Kidney Injury
- Chronic Kidney Disease