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[Glomerulopathies in the aged (excluding diabetes)].

J Prinseau, F Granier, A Baglin

    La Semaine Des Hopitaux : Organe Fonde Par L'Association D'Enseignement Medical Des Hopitaux De Paris
    |November 10, 1983
    PubMed
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    Glomerular diseases in older adults present similar symptoms, necessitating histological examination for diagnosis. Early investigation and treatment, similar to younger patients, can yield significant positive outcomes with manageable risks.

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    Area of Science:

    • Nephrology
    • Geriatric Medicine
    • Pathology

    Context:

    • Glomerular diseases affect non-diabetic patients over sixty.
    • Retrospective study of 55 cases.
    • Focus on primary and secondary glomerular pathologies.

    Purpose:

    • To analyze the characteristics and outcomes of glomerular diseases in elderly non-diabetic patients.
    • To evaluate diagnostic challenges and treatment efficacy.
    • To determine the risks associated with investigations in this demographic.

    Summary:

    • Minimal changes glomerulopathy (25.4%) and amyloidosis (21.8%) were common. Symptoms were often indistinguishable pre-histology.
    • Corticosteroids showed significant efficacy in minimal changes and extracapillary proliferative glomerulopathies, with 9 of 14 patients improving.

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  • One patient experienced a fatal complication (sigmoid perforation) while on corticosteroids.

    • Impact:

    • Histological examination is crucial for accurate diagnosis in elderly patients with glomerular disease.
    • Diagnostic and treatment approaches used for younger patients appear applicable to older adults.
    • Investigations in older patients do not carry a significantly higher risk, supporting comprehensive workup.