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Question
IgA nephropathy deposits are seen in:
A. Systemic Lupus Erythematosus
B. Kawasaki disease
C. Henoch–Schonlein purpura
D. Wegener’s granulomatosis
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C. Henoch–Schonlein purpura
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Henoch–Schonlein Purpura
- Henoch–Schonlein purpura (HSP) is the multisystem form of primary IgA nephropathy.
- It is a form of leukocytoclastic vasculitis with IgA-dominant immune deposits affecting small vessels of the skin, joints, gastrointestinal system, and kidney.
- It is most common in children.
- The classic tetrad of signs and symptoms includes rash, arthralgias, abdominal pain, and renal disease.
- In patients with normal kidney function, treatment is generally supportive.
References
Chapter 27. Immunoglobulin A Nephropathy & Henoch-Sch önlein Purpura. In: Lerma EV, Berns JS, Nissenson AR. eds. CURRENT Diagnosis & Treatment: Nephrology & Hypertension. Reference link
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