Focal segmental glomerulosclerosis FSGN

  • Facts:
    Nephrotic syndrome
  • History / PE:
    Young, african american male with uncontrolled HTN
  • Diagnosis:
    Microscopic hematuria
    Sclerosis in capillary tufts
  • Treatment:
    Prednisone
    Cytotoxic therapy
    ACEIs/ARBs (decrease proteinuria)
  • Associated With:
    IV drug use ( heroin addiction)
    HIV infection
    Obesity
    SIckle cell disease



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August 2nd 2010