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Praveen Kumar Etta1, M V Rao1, S Gowrishankar2
1Department of Nephrology and Renal Transplantation, Asian Institute of Nephrology and Urology, Hyderabad, Telangana, India.
Indian Journal of Nephrology
|May 31, 2019
Summary
Diabetic nephropathy (DN) can be complicated by collapsing glomerulopathy (CG), a severe kidney disease. This rare combination can lead to rapid progression to end-stage renal disease, even with conservative treatment.
Area of Science:
- Nephrology
- Pathology
Background:
- Diabetic nephropathy (DN) is a common complication of diabetes, leading to progressive kidney failure.
- Nondiabetic kidney diseases can coexist with DN, altering its course and prognosis.
- Collapsing glomerulopathy (CG) is a severe glomerular injury associated with rapid progression and poor outcomes.
Observation:
- A patient with established diabetic nephropathy presented with massive proteinuria and rapid decline in renal function.
- Renal biopsy revealed features of collapsing glomerulopathy superimposed on diabetic nephropathy.
- The patient received conservative management for the condition.
Findings:
- The coexistence of collapsing glomerulopathy and diabetic nephropathy was diagnosed.
- The superimposed collapsing glomerulopathy significantly accelerated the progression of kidney disease.
Implications:
- This case highlights the potential for severe, rapid progression when collapsing glomerulopathy complicates diabetic nephropathy.
- Recognizing this rare association is crucial for accurate diagnosis and prognosis in patients with diabetic nephropathy and worsening proteinuria.
- Further research into the mechanisms and management of this combined condition is warranted.
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