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Approach to Kidney Biopsy: Core Curriculum 2022
Behzad Najafian1, Mark A Lusco2, Charles E Alpers1
1Department of Laboratory Medicine and Pathology, University of Washington, Seattle, Washington.
Summary
Kidney biopsies are crucial for diagnosing kidney diseases. Understanding biopsy interpretation aids nephrologists in effective patient interventions and treatment strategies.
Area of Science:
- Nephrology
- Pathology
Background:
- Kidney biopsy is a cornerstone for diagnosing kidney diseases.
- Adequate sample acquisition and interpretation are vital for effective management.
- Nephrologists require knowledge of key lesions for optimal intervention.
Purpose of the Study:
- To review essential aspects of kidney biopsy diagnosis.
- To provide a framework for interpreting biopsy findings.
- To link clinicopathologic features with specific kidney diseases.
Main Methods:
- Discussion of kidney biopsy allocation and processing.
- Outline of differential diagnoses based on injury patterns.
- Categorization of lesions by anatomic site (glomerular, vascular, tubulointerstitial).
Main Results:
- Inclusion of native and transplant kidney biopsy lesions.
- Presentation of differential diagnoses for various injury patterns.
- Emphasis on correlating findings with immunofluorescence, electron microscopy, and clinical data.
Conclusions:
- Accurate interpretation of kidney biopsy lesions is essential for diagnosis.
- Understanding clinicopathologic correlations aids in reaching a final diagnosis.
- This review serves as a guide for nephrologists and pathologists.