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Podocyte dysfunction in atypical haemolytic uraemic syndrome.
Nature reviews. Nephrology - 1 Apr 2015
Noris Marina, Mele Caterina, Remuzzi Giuseppe
Abstract excerpt
Genetic or autoimmune defects that lead to dysregulation of the alternative pathway of complement have been associated with the development of atypical haemolytic uraemic syndrome (aHUS), which is characterized by thrombocytopenia, haemolytic anaemia and acute kidney injury. The relationship between aHUS, podocyte dysfunction and the resultant proteinuria has not been adequately investigated. However, the report...
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