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[Extramembranous glomerulonephritis during congenital syphilis].
Archives Francaises De Pediatrie
|July 1, 1979
Summary
Congenital syphilis can cause nephrotic syndrome in infants. Immune complexes involving complement activation and antitreponemal antibodies are implicated in this severe kidney inflammation.
Area of Science:
- Pediatric Nephrology
- Immunology
- Infectious Diseases
Background:
- Congenital syphilis is a serious condition in infants.
- Nephrotic syndrome can manifest as a complication.
- Membranous glomerulonephritis is a potential cause of nephrotic syndrome.