Steroid therapy is effective for IgA nephropathy after liver transplantation in a pediatric patient

Clin Case Rep. 2021 May 15;9(5):e04237. doi: 10.1002/ccr3.4237. eCollection 2021 May.

Abstract

Hepatic IgA nephropathy is a complication of chronic liver disease. IgA nephropathy after liver transplantation is rare, especially in children, and carries a significant risk factor for chronic renal failure and mortality. In cases without viral hepatitis, steroid therapy may be useful for IgA nephropathy associated with liver dysfunction.

Keywords: IgA nephropathy; child; liver transplantation; steroid therapy.

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