Postinfectious glomerulonephritis

  • Facts:
    Immune complex glomerulonephritis ( nephritic syndrome )
    Recent group A beta-hemolytic streptococcal infection
  • History / PE:
    Oliguria
    Edema, HTN
    Tea/cola colored urine
  • Diagnosis:
    Increased ASO titer
    Low serum C3, normal C4
    "Lumpy-bumpy" immunofluroescence
  • Treatment:
    Supportive
  • See Also:
    Nephrotic syndrome
  • Differential Diagnosis:
    Low complement levels seen in SLE, postinfectious glomerulonephritis , MPGN



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August 6th 2010