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Mesangiocapillary glomerulonephritis complicating pulmonary tuberculosis

Paul Torpiano1, Stephen Holwill2, David Pace3

  • 1Department of Paediatrics and Adolescent Health, Mater Dei Hospital, Msida, MSD2090, Malta. paul.torpiano@gov.mt.

CEN Case Reports
|July 14, 2021
PubMed
Summary

Tuberculosis can cause mesangiocapillary glomerulonephritis (MCGN) in adolescents, often presenting with nephrotic-range proteinuria. Early diagnosis and treatment of this kidney complication are crucial to prevent chronic kidney disease.

Keywords:
GlomerulonephritisMycobacterium tuberculosisNephrotic syndromeProteinuria

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