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Prognosis of acute poststreptococcal glomerulonephritis (APSGN) is excellent in children, when adequately diagnosed

T Kasahara1, H Hayakawa, S Okubo

  • 1Department of Pediatrics, Niigata University School of Medicine, Niigata City, Japan. kasachan@med.niigata-u.ac.jp

Pediatrics International : Official Journal of the Japan Pediatric Society
|July 27, 2001
PubMed

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The prognosis for childhood acute poststreptococcal glomerulonephritis (APSGN) is excellent when diagnosed and treated properly. Most children recover fully, showing normal kidney function and resolution of symptoms like hematuria and proteinuria.

Area of Science:

  • Pediatric Nephrology
  • Infectious Diseases
  • Glomerular Diseases

Background:

  • Recent studies suggest an improved prognosis for acute poststreptococcal glomerulonephritis (APSGN).
  • Clarifying the current clinical course of APSGN is essential.
  • Understanding APSGN prognosis aids in patient management and expectations.

Purpose of the Study:

  • To analyze the clinical course and prognosis of childhood APSGN.
  • To evaluate recovery rates and identify factors influencing outcomes.
  • To confirm the generally excellent prognosis of APSGN.

Main Methods:

  • Retrospective analysis of 220 children with acute nephritic syndrome from 1988-1997.
  • Diagnosis of APSGN based on hematuria, hypocomplementemia, and evidence of streptococcal infection.
  • Inclusion of 138 children specifically diagnosed with APSGN.

Main Results:

  • No patients exhibited significant renal dysfunction (creatinine > or = 1.5 mg/dL).
  • All patients had well-controlled blood pressure without persistent hypertension.
  • Complete normalization of serum complement levels (100%) within 12 weeks, hematuria (100%) within 4 years, and proteinuria (100%) within 3 years.

Conclusions:

  • Childhood APSGN demonstrates an excellent prognosis with adequate diagnosis and treatment.
  • Rapid recovery of renal function and resolution of clinical signs are typical.
  • Effective management ensures favorable long-term outcomes for affected children.
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