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Chapter 5: Minimal-change disease in adults.

Source :
Kidney International Supplements. Jun2012, Vol. 2 Issue 2, p177-180. 4p.
Publication Year :
2012

Abstract

The article offers recommendations for the treatment of adults suffering with minimal change disease (MCD). Topics discussed include use of drugs corticosteroids for treatment of nephrotic syndrome, cyclophosphamide in frequently relapsing MCD and maintaining initial high dose of corticosteroids. It suggests treating MCD patients who have acute kidney injury (AKI) with renal replacement therapy.

Details

Language :
English
ISSN :
21571724
Volume :
2
Issue :
2
Database :
Academic Search Index
Journal :
Kidney International Supplements
Publication Type :
Academic Journal
Accession number :
93470791
Full Text :
https://doi.org/10.1038/kisup.2012.18