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{{Infobox medical condition | |||
| name = Glomerulopathy | |||
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| field = [[Nephrology]] | |||
| symptoms = [[Proteinuria]], [[hematuria]], [[edema]], [[hypertension]] | |||
| complications = [[Chronic kidney disease]], [[end-stage renal disease]] | |||
| onset = Variable | |||
| duration = Chronic | |||
| causes = [[Diabetes mellitus]], [[hypertension]], [[autoimmune diseases]], [[infections]], [[genetic disorders]] | |||
| risks = Family history, [[diabetes]], [[high blood pressure]], [[autoimmune disorders]] | |||
| diagnosis = [[Urinalysis]], [[blood tests]], [[kidney biopsy]] | |||
| differential = [[Nephrotic syndrome]], [[nephritic syndrome]], [[acute kidney injury]] | |||
| treatment = [[ACE inhibitors]], [[angiotensin II receptor blockers]], [[immunosuppressive therapy]], [[dialysis]], [[kidney transplant]] | |||
| prognosis = Variable, depends on underlying cause and response to treatment | |||
| frequency = Common | |||
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'''Glomerulopathy''' is a term used to describe a group of diseases that affect the [[glomeruli]] of the [[kidney]]. These diseases can lead to [[proteinuria]], [[hematuria]], and in severe cases, [[kidney failure]]. | '''Glomerulopathy''' is a term used to describe a group of diseases that affect the [[glomeruli]] of the [[kidney]]. These diseases can lead to [[proteinuria]], [[hematuria]], and in severe cases, [[kidney failure]]. | ||
==Types of Glomerulopathy== | ==Types of Glomerulopathy== | ||
There are several types of glomerulopathy, including: | There are several types of glomerulopathy, including: | ||
* '''[[Focal segmental glomerulosclerosis]] (FSGS)''': This is a disease that causes scarring in the glomeruli. It is one of the most common causes of [[nephrotic syndrome]] in adults. | * '''[[Focal segmental glomerulosclerosis]] (FSGS)''': This is a disease that causes scarring in the glomeruli. It is one of the most common causes of [[nephrotic syndrome]] in adults. | ||
* '''[[Membranous glomerulopathy]]''': This is a disease that causes thickening of the glomerular basement membrane. It is often associated with [[autoimmune diseases]], infections, and certain medications. | * '''[[Membranous glomerulopathy]]''': This is a disease that causes thickening of the glomerular basement membrane. It is often associated with [[autoimmune diseases]], infections, and certain medications. | ||
* '''[[IgA nephropathy]]''': This is a disease that causes the buildup of IgA antibodies in the glomeruli. It is the most common form of glomerulopathy worldwide. | * '''[[IgA nephropathy]]''': This is a disease that causes the buildup of IgA antibodies in the glomeruli. It is the most common form of glomerulopathy worldwide. | ||
==Symptoms== | ==Symptoms== | ||
The symptoms of glomerulopathy can vary depending on the type and severity of the disease. Common symptoms include: | The symptoms of glomerulopathy can vary depending on the type and severity of the disease. Common symptoms include: | ||
* [[Proteinuria]] | * [[Proteinuria]] | ||
* [[Hematuria]] | * [[Hematuria]] | ||
* [[Edema]] | * [[Edema]] | ||
* [[Hypertension]] | * [[Hypertension]] | ||
==Diagnosis== | ==Diagnosis== | ||
The diagnosis of glomerulopathy typically involves a combination of [[urine tests]], [[blood tests]], and a [[kidney biopsy]]. The biopsy can help determine the type and severity of the disease. | The diagnosis of glomerulopathy typically involves a combination of [[urine tests]], [[blood tests]], and a [[kidney biopsy]]. The biopsy can help determine the type and severity of the disease. | ||
==Treatment== | ==Treatment== | ||
The treatment of glomerulopathy depends on the type and severity of the disease. Treatment options may include: | The treatment of glomerulopathy depends on the type and severity of the disease. Treatment options may include: | ||
* [[Medications]] to control symptoms and slow the progression of the disease | * [[Medications]] to control symptoms and slow the progression of the disease | ||
* [[Dietary changes]] to help manage symptoms | * [[Dietary changes]] to help manage symptoms | ||
* [[Dialysis]] or a [[kidney transplant]] in severe cases | * [[Dialysis]] or a [[kidney transplant]] in severe cases | ||
==See Also== | ==See Also== | ||
* [[Nephrotic syndrome]] | * [[Nephrotic syndrome]] | ||
* [[Chronic kidney disease]] | * [[Chronic kidney disease]] | ||
* [[Kidney biopsy]] | * [[Kidney biopsy]] | ||
[[Category:Kidney diseases]] | [[Category:Kidney diseases]] | ||
[[Category:Glomerular disorders]] | [[Category:Glomerular disorders]] | ||
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Latest revision as of 03:26, 4 April 2025
| Glomerulopathy | |
|---|---|
| Synonyms | |
| Pronounce | N/A |
| Specialty | N/A |
| Symptoms | Proteinuria, hematuria, edema, hypertension |
| Complications | Chronic kidney disease, end-stage renal disease |
| Onset | Variable |
| Duration | Chronic |
| Types | N/A |
| Causes | Diabetes mellitus, hypertension, autoimmune diseases, infections, genetic disorders |
| Risks | Family history, diabetes, high blood pressure, autoimmune disorders |
| Diagnosis | Urinalysis, blood tests, kidney biopsy |
| Differential diagnosis | Nephrotic syndrome, nephritic syndrome, acute kidney injury |
| Prevention | N/A |
| Treatment | ACE inhibitors, angiotensin II receptor blockers, immunosuppressive therapy, dialysis, kidney transplant |
| Medication | N/A |
| Prognosis | Variable, depends on underlying cause and response to treatment |
| Frequency | Common |
| Deaths | N/A |
Glomerulopathy is a term used to describe a group of diseases that affect the glomeruli of the kidney. These diseases can lead to proteinuria, hematuria, and in severe cases, kidney failure.
Types of Glomerulopathy[edit]
There are several types of glomerulopathy, including:
- Focal segmental glomerulosclerosis (FSGS): This is a disease that causes scarring in the glomeruli. It is one of the most common causes of nephrotic syndrome in adults.
- Membranous glomerulopathy: This is a disease that causes thickening of the glomerular basement membrane. It is often associated with autoimmune diseases, infections, and certain medications.
- IgA nephropathy: This is a disease that causes the buildup of IgA antibodies in the glomeruli. It is the most common form of glomerulopathy worldwide.
Symptoms[edit]
The symptoms of glomerulopathy can vary depending on the type and severity of the disease. Common symptoms include:
Diagnosis[edit]
The diagnosis of glomerulopathy typically involves a combination of urine tests, blood tests, and a kidney biopsy. The biopsy can help determine the type and severity of the disease.
Treatment[edit]
The treatment of glomerulopathy depends on the type and severity of the disease. Treatment options may include:
- Medications to control symptoms and slow the progression of the disease
- Dietary changes to help manage symptoms
- Dialysis or a kidney transplant in severe cases
