• A laboratory workup is needed primarily to investigate for the presence of associated disorders (metabolic, autoimmune, and renal diseases). (wikipedia.org)
  • Several autoimmune diseases, in particular systemic lupus erythematosus and dermatomyositis, were associated with APL. (wikipedia.org)
  • The Nephrology department at Apollo Hospitals, located on Bannerghatta Road in Bangalore, offers state-of-the-art facilities and provides care for patients with kidney diseases and a wide range of kidney problems. (apollohospitals.com)
  • As in many other chronic diseases, the prevalence of fibromyalgia is increased, which may cause diagnostic confusion in patients with periarticular and generalized pain and fatigue. (merckmanuals.com)
  • This may appear as a primary disorder or secondary to other diseases including infections and autoimmune disease SYSTEMIC LUPUS ERYTHEMATOSUS. (lookformedical.com)
  • One emerging treatment option for several antibody-mediated autoimmune diseases is the anti-CD38 antibody daratumumab, which depletes autoantibody-secreting plasma cells. (bmj.com)
  • Doctors and practitioners associated with ASN have special training and skill in diagnosing and treating diseases of the kidney. (vitadox.com)
  • Significant diseases and conditions treated by many ASN members include acid-base disturbances, glomerular diseases (such as glomerulonephritis or the nephrotic syndrome), tubulointerstitial kidney diseases, tubular defects, vasculitis, autoimmune disease, and the effects of toxins on the kidney. (vitadox.com)
  • Glomerulonephritis is a collection of glomerular diseases mediated by different immunologic pathogenic mechanisms, resulting in varied clinical presentation and therapeutic outcomes. (basicmedicalkey.com)
  • Notably, aHUS may be classified as a primary condition or may occur secondary to bone marrow transplantation, the use of specific drugs, pneumococcal or viral infections, and autoimmune diseases [ 1 ]. (chikd.org)
  • a group of diseases that cause inflammation in the glomeruli, which are the small filters in the kidneys. (aareurology.sg)
  • conditions like lupus and other autoimmune diseases cause kidney inflammation. (aareurology.sg)
  • Glomerulopathies can further be classified as primary or secondary, with primary diseases directly affecting the kidneys and secondary diseases caused by another disease or process. (shiken.ai)
  • Plasma exchange or double filtration plasmapheresis for rapidly progressive glomerulonephritis, and low-density lipoprotein (LDL) apheresis or leukocytapheresis for nephritic syndrome are two major apheresis therapies for kidney diseases. (adacyte.com)
  • Although several possibilities of apheresis for kidney diseases were speculated in animal experiments or human studies, clinical applications have thus far been limited. (adacyte.com)
  • Moreover, these therapies would have a great potential for kidney diseases. (adacyte.com)
  • Further studies are needed to establish the effectiveness of apheresis in kidney diseases in more depth. (adacyte.com)
  • Here, the authors provide an overview of the most important pathogenic aspects indicating that TA can be a supportive therapy in systemic autoimmune diseases such as renal and neurological disorders. (adacyte.com)
  • Azathioprine is a chemotherapy drug, now rarely used for chemotherapy but more for immunosuppression in organ transplantation and autoimmune diseases such as rheumatoid arthritis or inflammatory bowel disease or Crohn's disease. (illnesshacker.com)
  • It is a safe and effective drug used alone in certain autoimmune diseases, or in combination with other immunosuppressants in organ transplantation. (illnesshacker.com)
  • Since these findings suggested that MZB would be useful for long-term immunosuppressive therapy, several clinical trials of MZB for the treatment of autoimmune diseases were carried out, and its clinical usefulness was obvious. (hindawi.com)
  • In addition to its approval for the prevention of rejection after renal transplantation, MZB has been approved in Japan for the treatment of lupus nephritis (1990), rheumatoid arthritis (1992), and primary nephritic syndrome (1995), and in these diseases, it has often been used in combination with corticosteroids and/or anti-inflammatory drugs [ 4 ]. (hindawi.com)
  • Autoimmune diseases are often manifested as organ inflammation with loss of function, and detectable autoreactive T cell and autoantibody responses. (ucpps.men)
  • Some other diseases, such as ulcerative colitis and multiple sclerosis, may have autoimmune components. (ucpps.men)
  • Apart from viruses and bacteria, parasites and even normal bacterial flora can provoke autoimmune diseases. (ucpps.men)
  • K.M. Kingsmore, C. Puglisi, P.E. Lipsky* and A.C. Grammer* (*co-corresponding authors), "Application of machine learning for patient classification and outcome prediction in RAIDS (Rheumatic Autoimmune Inflammatory Diseases)", Nature Reviews Rheumatology 17: 710, 2021. (ampelbiosolutions.com)
  • K.M. Kingsmore, A.C. Grammer and P.E. Lipsky, "Drug Repurposing to Improve the Treatment of Patients with Rheumatic Autoimmune Inflammatory Diseases (RAIDs)", Nature Reviews Rheumatology 16:32, 2020. (ampelbiosolutions.com)
  • P. Bachali, M.D. Catalina, A. Grammer, P. Lipsky, A.C. Lino* and T. Doerner* (*co-corresponding authors), "Identification and characterization of post-activated B cells in systemic autoimmune diseases," Frontiers in Immunology 10:2136, 2019. (ampelbiosolutions.com)
  • To ensure that our patients have access to high-quality dialysis, the procedure is provided at a reasonable price. (apollohospitals.com)
  • Hemodialysis - Hemodialysis is the standard treatment for patients with kidney failure, and we have a well-maintained 27-station dialysis unit for this purpose. (apollohospitals.com)
  • With this approach, patients receive comprehensive training and ongoing assistance to ensure proper administration of peritoneal dialysis at home. (apollohospitals.com)
  • Tunneled dialysis catheter insertion - For patients who require immediate initiation of hemodialysis (HD) or hemodiafiltration (HDF), a tunneled dialysis catheter is necessary. (apollohospitals.com)
  • In IgAN, the glomeruli are impaired by deposits of IgA-complexes in the kidney, which leads to the progression of chronic kidney disease, often resulting in end-stage renal disease requiring dialysis or kidney transplantation. (bvsalud.org)
  • Our department specializes in hemodialysis and peritoneal dialysis, providing life-sustaining treatments for individuals with end-stage kidney disease. (ghchospitals.com)
  • For patients with organ failure, a transplant surgery could be the only way out of a lifetime of short-term treatments like dialysis and insulin injections. (nuhsplus.edu.sg)
  • A kidney transplant can help restore function and is considered a better treatment compared with dialysis, said Dr Hersharan, who is also the centre's Medical Director for the adult kidney transplantation programme. (nuhsplus.edu.sg)
  • The second patient with proteinase 3-ANCA-positive granulomatosis with polyangiitis, diffuse alveolar haemorrhage necessitating extracorporeal membrane oxygenation (ECMO) and acute kidney failure, requiring kidney replacement therapy, was weaned off ECMO, mechanical ventilation and dialysis and discharged home after daratumumab. (bmj.com)
  • Early detection and intervention can help prevent the progression of kidney disease and the need for dialysis or transplant. (blimpt.com)
  • The paper further underestimates chronic kidney disease because their endpoint was restricted to the absence of chronic dialysis or need for renal transplantation. (abdominalkey.com)
  • The Journal publishes articles on basic or clinical research relating to nephrology, arterial hypertension, dialysis and kidney transplants. (revistanefrologia.com)
  • Histopathological diagnoses were focal segmental glomerulosclerosis (8), mesangial proliferative glomerulonephritis (4), IgM nephropathy (3), and minimal change disease (1). (nephcure.org)
  • Immunoglobulin A nephropathy (IgAN) is an autoimmune disease that is the most common cause of glomerulonephritis. (bvsalud.org)
  • Among all the types of glomerulonephritis, minimal-change nephropathy is most responsive to treatment. (basicmedicalkey.com)
  • We performed a retrospective study of biopsied patients with diagnosis of IgA nephropathy from 1990 to 2015. (revistanefrologia.com)
  • MZB is being used to treat renal transplantation patients, IgA nephropathy, lupus erythematosus, and childhood nephrotic syndrome (NS), and some recent studies have assessed the efficacy of oral MZB pulse therapy for severe lupus nephritis, steroid-resistant NS, and frequently relapsing-steroid-dependent NS. (hindawi.com)
  • Renal involvement may occur due to APS nephropathy with a major feauture of small vessel thrombosis in the glomerulus (Kidney filter). (mesogeios.gr)
  • Hemodiafiltration (HDF) - Hemodiafiltration (HDF) is the state-of-the-art treatment for patients with chronic kidney disease and is the preferred modality of treatment in advanced countries worldwide. (apollohospitals.com)
  • A tripartite complex of suPAR, APOL1 risk variants and αvβ3 integrin on podocytes mediates chronic kidney disease. (nephcure.org)
  • Soluble urokinase plasminogen activator receptor (suPAR) independently predicts chronic kidney disease (CKD) incidence and progression. (nephcure.org)
  • Membranoproliferative glomerulonephritis (MPGN) is an uncommon cause of chronic nephritis that occurs primarily in children and young adults. (medscape.com)
  • AIM: To estimate the lifetime benefit of a combination treatment of sodium-glucose co-transporter 2 (SGLT2) inhibitors and mineralocorticoid-receptor antagonists (MRA) in patients with type 2 diabetes and chronic kidney disease (CKD). (bvsalud.org)
  • Our team is skilled in diagnosing a wide range of kidney disorders, from chronic kidney disease to kidney stones. (ghchospitals.com)
  • I particularly specialise in looking after patients with kidney conditions at all stages of chronic kidney disease and acute kidney injury. (spirehealthcare.com)
  • Systemic lupus erythematosus is a chronic, multisystem, inflammatory disorder of autoimmune etiology, occurring predominantly in young women. (merckmanuals.com)
  • Rheumatoid Arthritis (RA) Rheumatoid arthritis is a chronic systemic autoimmune disease that primarily involves the joints. (merckmanuals.com)
  • Chronic glomerulonephritis characterized histologically by proliferation of MESANGIAL CELLS, increase in the MESANGIAL EXTRACELLULAR MATRIX, and a thickening of the glomerular capillary walls. (lookformedical.com)
  • Welcome to Medscape's InDiscussion series on chronic kidney disease . (medscape.com)
  • Chronic kidney disease is a condition that occurs when the kidneys are damaged and cannot filter waste from the blood properly. (blimpt.com)
  • Is Chronic Kidney Failure Curable? (blimpt.com)
  • Chronic kidney failure is a problem that can be treated. (blimpt.com)
  • Chronic kidney failure, which can also be called chronic kidney disease, is characterized by the loss of kidney function for a period longer than 3 months. (blimpt.com)
  • But the main question is whether chronic kidney failure can be cured. (blimpt.com)
  • What Causes Chronic Kidney Failure? (blimpt.com)
  • Chronic kidney disease is a condition in which the kidneys lose their ability to filter blood properly. (blimpt.com)
  • Chronic kidney disease (CKD) is a long-term condition in Singapore that develops over time due to declining kidney function. (aareurology.sg)
  • There are five stages of chronic kidney disease based on the level of kidney function. (aareurology.sg)
  • The five stages of chronic kidney disease are identified based on a person's age, gender, and serum creatinine level. (aareurology.sg)
  • What are the common causes of Chronic Kidney Disease in Singapore? (aareurology.sg)
  • Chronic or recurrent inflammation can eventually lead to chronic kidney disease. (aareurology.sg)
  • Over time, if left untreated, these cysts can grow and impact kidney function, eventually leading to chronic kidney disease. (aareurology.sg)
  • repeated or severe kidney infections can cause scarring and damage to the kidney tissue, which may lead to chronic kidney disease for some people. (aareurology.sg)
  • Over time, it may lead to chronic kidney disease. (aareurology.sg)
  • What are the symptoms of Chronic Kidney Disease? (aareurology.sg)
  • Chronic kidney disease may not cause many symptoms in the early stages as it is slow-progressing. (aareurology.sg)
  • Some researchers have theorised that CP/CPPS may be the result of an autoimmune process or a chronic inflammatory process that is maintained in CPPS patients as a result of a breakdown of immunoregulatory mechanisms in the immediate environment of the prostate. (ucpps.men)
  • This guideline on pretreatment assessment of patients with chronic hepatitis C virus (HCV) was developed by the New York State Department of Health AIDS Institute (NYSDOH AI) to guide primary care providers and other practitioners in New York State in all aspects of treating and curing patients with chronic HCV. (hivguidelines.org)
  • Clinicians should assess all patients with a confirmed diagnosis of chronic HCV infection, defined as a positive HCV surface antibody test result and detectable HCV RNA, for treatment. (hivguidelines.org)
  • Clinicians should refer patients with chronic HCV and decompensated liver disease and patients who are pre- or post-liver transplant to a liver disease specialist. (hivguidelines.org)
  • Table 1, below, lists components of the patient history and physical examination that apply specifically to pretreatment assessment of patients with chronic HCV. (hivguidelines.org)
  • We perform both live-related and cadaveric transplants, as well as multi-organ transplants (kidney- pancreas/kidney-liver). (apollohospitals.com)
  • Over the years, organ transplantation success rates have improved significantly due to improvements in surgical techniques and more effective medicines to prevent infection and rejection. (nuhsplus.edu.sg)
  • The National University Centre for Organ Transplantation (NUCOT) is a specialist centre for organ transplantation of the kidney, liver, and pancreas. (nuhsplus.edu.sg)
  • Our kidneys are a vital organ that plays an important role in filtering waste and excess fluids from the blood, regulating blood pressure, and maintaining the balance of electrolytes and other essential substances in the body. (aareurology.sg)
  • However, as kidney function slows down when the organ is not working correctly, creatine levels in the blood rise. (aareurology.sg)
  • epstein-barr virus (ebv)-associated smooth muscle tumors (smts) following solid organ transplantation are very rare slow growing neoplasms. (liverpool.ac.uk)
  • 5,8 Familiarize yourself with the clinical complications of atypical-HUS to rapidly recognize the signs of damage in multiple organ systems and prevent further progression in your patients. (ahussource.com)
  • Some of these triggers include pregnancy or postpartum experiences, autoimmune disease, malignant hypertension, and organ transplantation. (ahussource.com)
  • In the absence of specific and effective therapy for many types of glomerulonephritis, supportive treatments for edema, hypertension, hyperlipidemia, and intravascular thrombosis play important roles in reducing the complications associated with the disease. (basicmedicalkey.com)
  • uncontrolled hypertension/high blood pressure can also damage the blood vessels in the kidneys and lead to CKD. (aareurology.sg)
  • Nephritic syndrome is less commonly used and typically refers to severe and acute presentations of glomerulonephritis with hypertension and reduced urine output. (shiken.ai)
  • The initial presentation of the patient met the classical clinical triad of thrombotic microangiopathy (microangiopathic hemolytic anemia, thrombocytopenia, and acute kidney injury) without preceding diarrheal illness. (chikd.org)
  • Hemolytic uremic syndrome (HUS) is a prototype of thrombotic microangiopathy (TMA) and is characterized by the clinical triad of microangiopathic hemolytic anemia, thrombocytopenia, and acute kidney injury (AKI) [ 1 ]. (chikd.org)
  • Thrombotic microangiopathy is not a rare complication of kidney transplantation and is characterized by microangiopathic hemolytic anemia, thrombocytopenia, and acute kidney injury with extensive thrombosis of the arterioles and capillaries. (ekjt.org)
  • Various factors can cause thrombotic microangiopathy after kidney transplantation, including surgery, warm and cold ischemia-reperfusion injury, exposure to immunosuppressants, infection, and rejection. (ekjt.org)
  • Numerous factors can lead to thrombotic microangiopathy (TMA) after kidney transplantation. (ekjt.org)
  • Kidney biopsy - Kidney biopsies, whether for native or transplanted kidneys, are conducted with the aid of real-time ultrasound guidance. (apollohospitals.com)
  • A diagnosis can be established from a kidney biopsy that shows focal and segmental glomerulosclerosis. (nephcure.org)
  • Terms are used when describing histological patterns on kidney biopsy and usually are not specific diagnoses. (shiken.ai)
  • Patients with a biopsy E1 according to MEST-C score had a higher IgANPC score than those with E0 ( p = .021). (revistanefrologia.com)
  • Antibodies found in adult RHEUMATOID ARTHRITIS patients that are directed against GAMMA-CHAIN IMMUNOGLOBULINS. (lookformedical.com)
  • Azathioprine(AZA) is an immunosuppressive medication used in rheumatoid arthritis, Crohn's disease, ulcerative colitis, and in kidney transplants to prevent rejection. (illnesshacker.com)
  • [ 1 ] The clinical syndrome encompasses a spectrum ranging from mild or no renal involvement to rapidly progressive glomerulonephritis. (medscape.com)
  • Anti-glomerular basement membrane (anti-GBM) antibody disease is a rare autoimmune disorder in which circulating antibodies are directed against an antigen normally present in the GBM and alveolar basement membrane, specifically the alpha-3 chain of type IV collagen. (medscape.com)
  • In this article, Goodpasture disease and anti-GBM disease are used synonymously and refer to the presence of anti-GBM antibodies in tissues (eg, kidney, lungs, or both), independent of clinical manifestations. (medscape.com)
  • Goodpasture syndrome refers to clinically evident glomerulonephritis, pulmonary hemorrhage, or both in a patient with Goodpasture disease. (medscape.com)
  • Thus, differences of the alpha-3(IV)NC1 monomer-dimer composition in the alveolar basement membrane observed between individuals may explain why some patients with Goodpasture syndrome do not develop pulmonary disease. (medscape.com)
  • In addition, anti-GBM disease has a strong positive association with the human leukocyte antigen (HLA)-DR15 haplotype, particularly the DRB1*1501 allele, which is found in more that 80% of patients with anti-GBM disease. (medscape.com)
  • Educating patients about the disease and its associated complications is very important. (medscape.com)
  • Orange County Renal and Nephrology Medical Group had been providing care to all types of patients with kidney disease for over 40 years. (socalkidneyonline.org)
  • Southern California Kidney Consultants is dedicated to providing the highest quality and compassionate care for patients with kidney disease. (socalkidneyonline.org)
  • The primary outcome was a composite endpoint of doubling of serum creatinine, end-stage kidney disease or death because of kidney failure. (bvsalud.org)
  • CONCLUSIONS: Combined disease-modifying treatment with an SGLT2 inhibitor and MRA in patients with type 2 diabetes and CKD may substantially increase the number of years free from kidney failure and mortality. (bvsalud.org)
  • AIM: To identify the mediators between canagliflozin and renoprotection in patients with type 2 diabetes at a high risk of end-stage kidney disease (ESKD). (bvsalud.org)
  • Our team focuses on educating patients about kidney disease risk factors and preventive measures. (ghchospitals.com)
  • Epidemic proportions have been reached in Kidney disease due to an increase in diabetes , hypertensive disease, and obesity. (insightconferences.com)
  • It's a progressive disease that can cause deposits of uric acid in tissues in the entire body, especially in areas across the joints in addition to a decrease within the functioning of the kidneys. (llclinic.com)
  • Because of the lack of consistently effective treatment for primary focal segmental glomerular sclerosis, angiotensin-converting enzyme inhibitors or angiotensin receptor blockers are commonly used for patients with mild disease to control symptoms. (basicmedicalkey.com)
  • Steroids and immunosuppressive agents are reserved for patients with severe disease. (basicmedicalkey.com)
  • Methods IDA in end-stage renal disease patients on HD was observed in 42 (33.6%) of 125 patients. (go.jp)
  • The stage of kidney disease is determined using the glomerular filtration rate (GFR) , a formula that considers a person's age, gender, and serum creatinine level. (aareurology.sg)
  • These can be divided into nephrotic and nephritic syndrome, and this article will cover the causes and management of a patient with suspected glomerular disease. (shiken.ai)
  • Genetic factors such as APOL-L1 mutations are associated with an increased risk of FSGS and progression to end-stage kidney disease. (shiken.ai)
  • Posttransplantation antiviral therapy in patients with evidence of recurrent disease is the mainstay of management. (adacyte.com)
  • From the pathology standpoint, it is important to determine whether the membranous glomerulopathy may be due to a secondary cause such as an autoimmune disease, neoplasia, infection, or drugs. (abdominalkey.com)
  • incidence and predictors of post-transplant lymphoproliferative disease after kidney transplantation during adulthood and childhood: a registry study. (liverpool.ac.uk)
  • differences in the epidemiology of post-transplant lymphoproliferative disease (ptld) between adult and paediatric kidney transplant recipients remain unclear. (liverpool.ac.uk)
  • Review key details about atypical-HUS to help your patients manage this systemic, life-threatening disease. (ahussource.com)
  • Differentiating your patients' diagnosis between atypical-HUS or TTP is critical for rapid and appropriate disease management. (ahussource.com)
  • Antiphospholipid syndrome (APS) is a systemic autoimmune disease characterized by a pathological tendency in which the blood has a tendency to clot too easily. (mesogeios.gr)
  • secondary (when developed in patients with systemic lupus erythematosus or other autoimmune disease). (mesogeios.gr)
  • Kidney disease can occur in APS only with thrombosis? (mesogeios.gr)
  • No, patients with primary APS may also develop membranous glomerulonephritis, a disease of minor lesions. (mesogeios.gr)
  • Phase 2/3 Study of VX 147 in Patients With APOL1-mediated Kidney Disease. (who.int)
  • Our team includes renowned specialists with extensive experience in kidney and urinary tract disorders. (ghchospitals.com)
  • Urinary tract infections are infections that occur in any part of the urinary system, including the bladder, urethra, or kidneys. (blimpt.com)
  • The protective effects of V. amygdalina was further evident through decreased histopathological alteration of the urinary bladder, kidney and liver tissues unlike the CP and O. gratissimum treated groups. (researchwap.com)
  • when the urinary tract gets blocked due to enlarged prostate or kidney stones , it may cause damage to the kidney over time and develop into CKD. (aareurology.sg)
  • Clinical presentations are similar for the three types of MPGN, but they manifest somewhat different mechanisms of complement activation and predisposition to recur in kidney transplants. (medscape.com)
  • Now, So Cal Kidney continues the tradition of providing high-quality care while maintaining an intimate clinical relationship with our patients. (socalkidneyonline.org)
  • Conclusion Daratumumab was safe and effective in inducing remission in two patients with severe treatment-refractory AAV, warranting prospective clinical trials to establish safety and efficacy. (bmj.com)
  • Islets prepared for transplantation into type 1 diabetes patients are exposed to compromising intrinsic and extrinsic factors that contribute to early graft failure, necessitating repeated islet infusions for clinical insulin independence. (researchgate.net)
  • This chapter provides an overview of the primary causes of glomerulonephritis with a focus on their etiology, the pathophysiologic mechanisms responsible for glomerular injury, and the clinical presentation of the eight predominant types of glomerulonephritis. (basicmedicalkey.com)
  • There is significant clinical overlap between secondary TMA and atypical hemolytic uremic syndrome (aHUS) in renal transplant patients due to the diverse triggers of TMA in this environment, which can occur alongside various genetic predispositions. (ekjt.org)
  • The Adacolumn apheresis was safe and was able to determine an improvement of clinical status of patients with reduction of inflammatory markers. (adacyte.com)
  • Clinical Transplantation. (houstonmethodist.org)
  • The project places patients at the centre and assigns them an active role in the development of the different clinical trials that are going to be conducted by conect4children. (conect4children.org)
  • The clinical efficacy of MZB as an immunosuppressant for renal transplantation was investigated in various Japanese institutions during the period from 1978 to 1982, and in 1984, MZB was approved by the Japanese Ministry of Health, Labour and Welfare as a drug indicated for the prevention of rejection in renal transplantation [ 2 , 3 ]. (hindawi.com)
  • The objective of this study was to combine clinical manifestations, treatment variables, and laboratory variables that were associated with death into two prediction nomograms: We developed and validated nomograms that predicted death risk in NHIV and HIV patients. (researchsquare.com)
  • Kidney stones are small, hard deposits that form in the kidneys and can cause severe pain and discomfort. (blimpt.com)
  • PKD is a genetic disorder where cysts filled with fluid form in the kidneys. (aareurology.sg)
  • For patients requiring kidney transplantation, we offer comprehensive evaluation, pre-transplant care, and post-transplant follow-up. (ghchospitals.com)
  • Our collaboration with transplant specialists enables us to provide comprehensive transplant services for eligible patients. (ghchospitals.com)
  • A kidney transplant involves a healthy donated kidney from a living or deceased donor. (nuhsplus.edu.sg)
  • A/Prof Tiong, who is also Programme Director for Adult Pancreas Transplantation at NUCOT and Director of the National Pancreas Transplant Programme at the Ministry of Health, explained that there are three types of pancreas transplants. (nuhsplus.edu.sg)
  • The most common pancreas transplant is a Simultaneous Pancreas-Kidney (SPK) transplant, where both a kidney and a pancreas are transplanted at the same time to a patient who also has kidney failure. (nuhsplus.edu.sg)
  • Other types are Pancreas Transplant Alone (PTA) and Pancreas After Kidney (PAK) transplant. (nuhsplus.edu.sg)
  • A kidney transplant is a surgical procedure that involves transplanting a healthy kidney from a donor into a patient with kidney failure. (blimpt.com)
  • A nephrologist in Delhi can evaluate the patient's suitability for a kidney transplant and provide pre- and post-transplant care to manage the patient's health. (blimpt.com)
  • Nephrologists in Delhi work closely with other healthcare professionals, including primary care physicians, urologists, and kidney transplant surgeon in Delhi , to provide comprehensive care to patients. (blimpt.com)
  • Can recur in a transplant kidney. (shiken.ai)
  • Inflammation of any part of the KIDNEY. (lookformedical.com)
  • It is well known today that vasectomy can lead to an autoimmune reaction , especially orchitis (inflammation of one or both testicles), because of the possibility of exposing the body's tissues to sperm via the incisions used during the operation and possible sperm leakage thereafter. (ucpps.men)
  • SLE may be precipitated by currently unknown environmental triggers that cause autoimmune reactions in genetically predisposed people. (merckmanuals.com)
  • What can cause autoimmune reactions? (ucpps.men)
  • Systemic lupus erythematosus (SLE) is more common and severe among Black and Asian patients than among White patients. (merckmanuals.com)
  • Methods We treated two patients with severe life-threatening AAV with renal and pulmonary manifestation despite induction therapy with rituximab and cyclophosphamide with four to eight doses of 1800 mg daratumumab. (bmj.com)
  • Accumulating evidence suggests that a large percentage of the patients diagnosed with secondary TMA exhibit genetic abnormalities associated with complement dysregulation. (ekjt.org)
  • The proportions of these different outcomes are difficult to assess because most of the available data come from studies which are short term and which include not only patients with idiopathic and secondary MN but also treated and untreated patients, or nephrotic and non-nephrotic patients. (abdominalkey.com)
  • Recurrent episodes of AKI may be associated with progression of CKD in patients with SRNS. (nephcure.org)
  • The Renal Science Department is a center of excellence dedicated to offering comprehensive kidney care, from prevention and diagnosis to treatment and management. (ghchospitals.com)
  • Angiomyofibroblastoma and Potential Mimicking Soft Tissue Tumors That May Occasionally Present in the Retroperitoneum: An Approach to the Differential Diagnosis With Report of an Unusual Index Case Abutting the Kidney. (iu.edu)
  • In contrast with their occurrence in other types of lipodystrophy, diabetes and impaired glucose tolerance are found only rarely in APL, being reported in 6.7% and 8.9% of patients, respectively. (medscape.com)
  • The cumulative effect was applied to the control group of patients with type 2 diabetes in the DAPA-CKD trial (N = 1451) to estimate long-term gains in event-free and overall survival. (bvsalud.org)
  • Intrahepatic islet transplantation for type 1 diabetes is limited by the need for multiple infusions and poor islet viability posttransplantation. (researchgate.net)
  • Pulmonary and/or renal manifestations can be encountered in various conditions, such as antineutrophilic cytoplasmic antibody (ANCA)-positive vasculitis and other autoimmune disorders. (medscape.com)
  • Our dedicated team of nephrologists, urologists, and healthcare professionals is committed to providing comprehensive and advanced solutions for kidney-related disorders. (ghchospitals.com)
  • Patients with renal disorders require high-quality treatment and supervision. (ghchospitals.com)
  • Lipodystrophy is often associated with glomerulonephritis, low C3 serum complement levels, and the presence of a C3 nephritic factor. (wikipedia.org)
  • Complement dysfunction may predispose some patients to bacterial infections. (wikipedia.org)
  • Around 83% of APL patients had low complement 3 (C3) levels and the presence of polyclonal immunoglobulin C3 nephritic factor. (wikipedia.org)
  • Activation of alternate complement pathway has been demonstrated in most patients. (medscape.com)
  • Another form of lipodystrophy that fits the classification of "acquired partial" not involving the complement pathway is associated with hematopoietic stem cell transplantation (HSCT) to treat leukemia or neuroblastoma. (medscape.com)
  • Patients with aHUS may show the presence of anti-complement factor H (CFH) autoantibodies. (chikd.org)
  • Primary aHUS is caused by abnormal activation of the alternative complement pathway, and various kinds of genetic mutations have been reported in patients with aHUS, including mutations in the genes encoding complement factor H (CFH), complement factor I, membrane cofactor protein (MCP/CD46), complement 3 (C3), complement factor B, and thrombomodulin, among others [ 2 , 3 ]. (chikd.org)
  • The affected patients' genetic backgrounds revealed significant genetic heterogeneity in several genes involved in complement regulation, including the complement factor H, complement factor H-related proteins, complement factor I, complement factor B, complement component 3, and CD46 genes in the alternative complement pathway. (ekjt.org)
  • Patients with atypical-HUS can be at continuous risk of the life-threatening consequences of unpredictable complement-mediated TMA. (ahussource.com)
  • I am a practical nephrologist, and well versed in procedures, especially kidney biopsies. (spirehealthcare.com)
  • They use advanced diagnostic techniques, such as blood and urine tests, imaging studies, and kidney biopsies, to evaluate kidney function and identify any abnormalities. (blimpt.com)
  • Nephrology, is a specialization that focuses on identifying and treating problems that affect the kidneys. (apollohospitals.com)
  • Although I have a particular interest in transplantation I also have a large general nephrology practice based at the Lister in Stevenage and St Albans City Hospital. (spirehealthcare.com)
  • American Society of Nephrology members perform kidney maintenance and treatment of kidney dysfunctions. (vitadox.com)
  • Nephrology / Renal Medicine is a specialty of medicine and pediatrics that studies, diagnoses, and treats kidney dysfunction while preserving optimal kidney health. (vitadox.com)
  • The success rate of the procedure is comparable to leading centres worldwide, ensuring optimal outcomes for our patients. (apollohospitals.com)
  • This makes living donor transplantation the ideal option with better outcomes. (nuhsplus.edu.sg)
  • Look for a kidney specialist in Delhi who has a track record of successful outcomes, is highly recommended by other healthcare professionals, and has a patient-centered approach to care. (blimpt.com)
  • Objective Iron deficiency anemia (IDA) has become important with regard to mortality in hemodialysis (HD) patients. (go.jp)
  • [ 4 ] Patients with MPGN are more likely to have low C3 levels and the presence of C3 nephritic factor (C3NeF). (medscape.com)
  • Antinuclear antibodies (ANA) and antidouble-stranded deoxyribonucleic acid (DNA) antibodies have reportedly been observed in some patients with acquired partial lipodystrophy. (wikipedia.org)
  • Calcineurin inhibitors (CNIs) have been shown to be effective in inducing short-term remission in some patients with SRNS. (nephcure.org)
  • Continuous renal replacement Therapy (CRRT) - This is the preferred treatment for critically ill patients in the ICU who have low blood pressure and other complications. (apollohospitals.com)
  • To maximize therapeutic benefits and minimize drug-induced complications, patients have to be monitored closely to assess their therapeutic responses as well as the development of any treatment-induced toxicities. (basicmedicalkey.com)
  • Plasma infusion and high-dose corticosteroid therapy resulted in improvement of the renal function and hematological profile, although the patient subsequently died of infectious complications. (chikd.org)
  • Early apheresis treatments in the anhepatic phase and over the following 4 days after transplantation produced low viral loads in 4 patients, negative viral loads in 2 patients, and increased viremia in 1 patient. (adacyte.com)
  • Long-term treatment usually involves therapy for kidney and endocrine dysfunction. (wikipedia.org)
  • Studies also report success in certain patients using vitamin D ointments together with phototherapy treatment. (llclinic.com)
  • This is not only more convenient for the patient, it also increases the reliability of treatment by reducing the disadvantages of irregular dosing. (justia.com)
  • Although great strides have been made in treating cancers, a significant number of patients still reach the point at which no curative treatment is. (annals.edu.sg)
  • A kidney specialist in Delhi can diagnose CKD through blood and urine tests and provide appropriate treatment to manage the condition. (blimpt.com)
  • A urologist in Noida can diagnose kidney stones using imaging tests, such as X-rays or ultrasounds, and provide treatment options such as medication, surgery, or shockwave lithotripsy. (blimpt.com)
  • Steroids can induce good responses in most patients during initial treatment as well as relapse. (basicmedicalkey.com)
  • The treatment of poststreptococcal glomerulonephritis is mainly supportive and symptomatic. (basicmedicalkey.com)
  • Treatment options and monitoring approaches for each of these types of glomerulonephritis are also discussed. (basicmedicalkey.com)
  • Therefore, it is necessary to optimize the treatment of these patients. (go.jp)
  • At the end of the treatment cycle, almost all immune cells of the 6 patients maintained CD4+/CD8+ T-cell ratios. (adacyte.com)
  • Pneumothorax, febrile days after admission, CD4+ T cells ≤100/µl and sulfa combined with caspofungin (CAS) treatment were identified as independent risk factors for death that could be combined to accurately predict mortality risk in NHIV-PJP patients. (researchsquare.com)
  • The independent risk factors for death in HIV-PJP patients included in the nomogram were pneumothorax, platelet (PLT) ≤80×10 9 /L, haemoglobin (HGB) ≤90 g/L, albumin (ALB), cytomegalovirus (CMV) coinfection and sulfa combined with CAS treatment. (researchsquare.com)
  • citation needed] A review published in 2004, which was based on 35 patients seen by the respective authors over 8 years and also a literature review of 220 cases of acquired partial lipodystrophy (APL), proposed an essential diagnostic criterion. (wikipedia.org)
  • Recently novel mutations in the LMNB2 gene have been identified in 4 of 5 acquired partial lipodystrophy patients tested. (medscape.com)
  • Most people with a single normal kidney can live normal lives with minimal restrictions and do not need medications specifically after kidney donation. (nuhsplus.edu.sg)
  • when used over a long period, certain medications can be toxic to the kidneys and contribute to CKD. (aareurology.sg)
  • Provide guidance to clinicians on key pretreatment assessment criteria to ensure that HCV medications are prescribed safely and correctly and that all patients receive the highest quality of care. (hivguidelines.org)
  • Three patients (18.8%) were unresponsive to CNIs while the remaining 13 (81.2%) achieved remission with CNI therapy. (nephcure.org)
  • Six patients (37.5%) progressed to ESRD during the study period, three of whom did so after initially responding to CNI therapy. (nephcure.org)
  • Despite the majority of SRNS patients initially responding to CNI therapy, a significant percentage still progressed to ESRD despite achieving short-term remission. (nephcure.org)
  • Patients usually have decreased serum C3 levels, normal levels of C1 and C4, and high levels of C3NeF (autoantibody), which may indicate the presence of renal involvement. (wikipedia.org)
  • Approximately 25% of patients with primary APS show renal involvement as well. (mesogeios.gr)