IGA Glomerulonephritis

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Is a:
  • Disease or Syndrome
Definition:
A chronic form of glomerulonephritis characterized by deposits of predominantly immunoglobulin a in the mesangial area (glomerular mesangium). Deposits of complement c3 and immunoglobulin g are also often found. Clinical features may progress from asymptomatic hematuria to end-stage kidney disease.
Synonyms:
  • Berger Disease
  • Berger's Disease
  • Bergers Disease
  • Glomerulonephritides, IGA
  • IGA Glomerulonephritides
  • IGA Glomerulonephritis
  • IGA Nephropathy
  • Immunoglobulin A Nephropathy
  • Nephropathy, IGA
  • Nephropathy, Immunoglobulin A
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