Postinfectious glomerulonephritis: a case summary
Summary
Postinfectious glomerulonephritis is the most common cause of nephritic syndrome and acute renal failure in children. This condition usually results from a recent group A streptococcal infection and the diagnosis is based on clinical suspicion and laboratory data. This case describes a child with new onset hypertension and a past history of untreated streptococcal pharyngitis. Treatment is supportive and recent reviews demonstrate that antibiotic therapy directed at the infection does not modify the course of glomerulonephritis.
Keywords: Postinfectious glomerulonephritis, Nephritic syndrome, Acute renal failure, Streptococcal pharyngitis
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PII: S1877-573X(09)00072-0
doi:10.1016/j.osfp.2009.08.004
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