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[Obstructive and reflux nephropathy]

S Orikasa1, A Fukuzaki, R Konda

  • 1Department of Urology, Tohoku University School of Medicine.

Nihon Rinsho. Japanese Journal of Clinical Medicine
|August 1, 1995
PubMed
Summary

Urinary tract obstruction and vesicoureteral reflux cause kidney damage. Targeting vasoactive compounds and cytokines may offer future treatments for obstructive or reflux nephropathy.

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Area of Science:

  • Nephrology
  • Urology
  • Renal Pathophysiology

Context:

  • Urinary tract obstruction and vesicoureteral reflux are significant clinical conditions.
  • These conditions lead to progressive renal damage and dysfunction.

Purpose:

  • To review the pathophysiological mechanisms linking urinary tract obstruction and vesicoureteral reflux to renal injury.
  • To highlight the role of vasoactive compounds and cytokines in these processes.
  • To explore potential therapeutic strategies targeting these mediators.

Summary:

  • Chronic urinary tract obstruction and vesicoureteral reflux result in renal interstitial fibrosis and glomerular hypertrophy.
  • Hemodynamic and structural renal abnormalities are mediated by vasoactive compounds and cytokines, including angiotensin II, nitric oxide, and various growth factors (e.g., TGF, EGF, PDGF, bFGF).

Impact:

  • Understanding these mechanisms is crucial for developing novel treatments.
  • Modulating these vasoactive compounds and cytokines holds promise for future therapeutic interventions in obstructive and reflux nephropathy.

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