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  • Nephrology
  • Oncology
  • Immunology

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  • Paraneoplastic glomerular diseases (GNs) are uncommon kidney manifestations associated with hematologic and solid organ malignancies.
  • These conditions can precede or follow cancer detection, complicating diagnosis due to a lack of standardized investigation protocols and reliable diagnostic tests.
  • The pathogenesis of most paraneoplastic GNs remains poorly understood owing to case heterogeneity and rarity.

Purpose of the Study:

  • This review aims to consolidate current knowledge on the epidemiology, pathogenesis, and diagnosis of paraneoplastic glomerular processes.
  • It highlights recent advancements in understanding the distinction between primary and paraneoplastic causes of membranous nephropathy.
  • The review focuses on the clinical implications and management strategies for paraneoplastic GNs.

Main Methods:

  • Literature review of existing studies on paraneoplastic glomerular diseases.
  • Analysis of recent discoveries concerning target antigens in membranous nephropathy.
  • Synthesis of information on diagnostic challenges and treatment approaches.

Main Results:

  • Discovery of specific target antigens, such as thrombospondin type-1 domain-containing protein 7A and neural epidermal growth factor-like 1 protein, aids in differentiating primary from paraneoplastic membranous nephropathy.
  • Established diagnostic algorithms and reliable tests for paraneoplastic GNs are still lacking.
  • Treatment primarily involves addressing the underlying malignancy.

Conclusions:

  • Paraneoplastic glomerular diseases represent a complex diagnostic and therapeutic challenge in oncology and nephrology.
  • Identifying specific antigens offers a promising avenue for improved diagnosis of paraneoplastic membranous nephropathy.
  • Effective management hinges on prompt diagnosis and targeted treatment of the associated cancer.