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What is the most likely diagnosis based on the information provided?
What is the most likely diagnosis based on the information provided?
- Thin basement membrane disease
- Alport syndrome
- Post-infectious glomerulonephritis
- IgA nephropathy, also known as Berger's disease (correct)
Which of the following is a non-glomerular cause of hematuria?
Which of the following is a non-glomerular cause of hematuria?
- Urinary tract infections (correct)
- IgA nephropathy
- Alport syndrome
- Post-infectious glomerulonephritis
What is the typical presentation of IgA nephropathy?
What is the typical presentation of IgA nephropathy?
- Hypertension and proteinuria
- Acute kidney injury
- Asymptomatic hematuria
- Gross hematuria following upper respiratory infection (correct)
What is the primary goal of ACE inhibitors or angiotensin receptor blockers (ARBs) in the treatment of IgA nephropathy?
What is the primary goal of ACE inhibitors or angiotensin receptor blockers (ARBs) in the treatment of IgA nephropathy?
Which laboratory finding is consistent with the diagnosis of IgA nephropathy?
Which laboratory finding is consistent with the diagnosis of IgA nephropathy?
Which of the following is a focus of treatment for IgA nephropathy?
Which of the following is a focus of treatment for IgA nephropathy?
When might immunosuppressive therapy with corticosteroids or other agents be considered in the treatment of IgA nephropathy?
When might immunosuppressive therapy with corticosteroids or other agents be considered in the treatment of IgA nephropathy?
Which of the following supportive measures is NOT recommended for patients with IgA nephropathy?
Which of the following supportive measures is NOT recommended for patients with IgA nephropathy?
Why is regular follow-up with a nephrologist important for patients with IgA nephropathy?
Why is regular follow-up with a nephrologist important for patients with IgA nephropathy?
If the hematuria (blood in the urine) in a patient with IgA nephropathy is secondary to another condition, what is the recommended course of action?
If the hematuria (blood in the urine) in a patient with IgA nephropathy is secondary to another condition, what is the recommended course of action?
Flashcards
Most likely diagnosis?
Most likely diagnosis?
IgA nephropathy, also known as Berger's disease, is the most likely diagnosis.
Non-glomerular cause of hematuria?
Non-glomerular cause of hematuria?
Urinary tract infections (UTIs) are a non-glomerular cause of hematuria.
Typical IgA nephropathy presentation?
Typical IgA nephropathy presentation?
Gross hematuria following an upper respiratory infection.
ACE inhibitors/ARBs goal?
ACE inhibitors/ARBs goal?
Reduce proteinuria and slow the progression of kidney damage.
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Lab finding for IgA nephropathy?
Lab finding for IgA nephropathy?
Moderate to severe dysmorphic red blood cells in the urine sediment.
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IgA nephropathy treatment focus?
IgA nephropathy treatment focus?
Controlling symptoms and reducing proteinuria.
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When to consider immunosuppressants?
When to consider immunosuppressants?
Persistent proteinuria or declining kidney function.
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Why see a nephrologist regularly?
Why see a nephrologist regularly?
Regular follow-up with a nephrologist is important to monitor kidney function, proteinuria, and blood pressure.
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Hematuria due to another condition?
Hematuria due to another condition?
Treat the underlying cause of the hematuria.
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