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Tubulointerstital nephritis and uveitis syndrome: Sore eyes and sick kidneys

Authors :
Lim, Andy K.H.
Roberts, Matthew A.
Joon, Troy Lim
Levidiotis, Vicki
Source :
The Medical Journal of Australia. Nov 7, 2005, Vol. 183 Issue 9, p477, 2 p.
Publication Year :
2005

Abstract

Two cases of Tubulointerstitial nephritis and uveitis syndrome (TINU) are reported, which requires identification of acute interstitial nephritis and uveitis, in the absence of systemic diseases associated with either condition. Both patients demonstrated features of proximal tubular dysfunction consistent with Fanconi's syndrome.

Details

Language :
English
ISSN :
0025729X
Volume :
183
Issue :
9
Database :
Gale General OneFile
Journal :
The Medical Journal of Australia
Publication Type :
Periodical
Accession number :
edsgcl.142939773