Abstract
In a total of 283 biopsies, 100 (35%) were found to be IgA nephropathy. The incidence reached 40% among primary glomerulonephropathies. On the basis of histopathologic changes in glomeruli, these biopsies were classified into 3 groups. The criteria employed correlated well with clinical, laboratory and immunofluorescent findings. Immune complex pathogenesis was discussed in relation to our findings.
MeSH terms
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Adolescent
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Adult
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Child
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Complement System Proteins / analysis
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Female
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Glomerulonephritis / immunology
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Glomerulonephritis / pathology*
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Glycoproteins / analysis
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Humans
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Immunoglobulin A / analysis*
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Immunoglobulin G / analysis
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Immunoglobulin M / analysis
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Kidney Glomerulus / immunology
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Kidney Glomerulus / pathology*
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Kidney Glomerulus / ultrastructure
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Male
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Middle Aged
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Properdin / analysis
Substances
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Glycoproteins
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Immunoglobulin A
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Immunoglobulin G
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Immunoglobulin M
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Properdin
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Complement System Proteins