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Steroid Minimization in Adults with Minimal Change Disease
Abbal Koirala1, J Ashley Jefferson1
1Division of Nephrology, University of Washington, Seattle, Washington, USA.
Background:
Minimal change disease (MCD) causes approximately 10% of nephrotic syndrome in adults. While glucocorticoids (GCs) effectively induce remission in MCD, the disease has a high relapse rate (50-75%), and repeated exposure to GCs is often required. The adverse effects of GCs are well recognized and commonly encountered with the high doses and recurrent courses used in MCD.
Summary:
In this review, we will discuss the standard therapy of MCD in adults and then describe new therapeutic options in induction therapy and treatment of relapses in MCD, minimizing the exposure to GCs.
Key Messages:
Steroid minimization strategies may decrease adverse effects in the treatment of MCD.
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