Synonyms in a broader sense Filter ignition Flammable filter destruction Kidney Inflammation Nephritis Fishbowl inflammation Nephrotic syndrome Renal corpuscle inflammation Definition Glomerulonephritis is an inflammation (hence the suffix -itis) of the filtering system (or vascular clusters = glomeruli) of the kidneys (nephr-) with immigration of inflammatory cells. Glomerulonephritides are the second most common cause of … Glomerulonephritis
Disease development (pathogenesis) The exact course of development of glomerulonephritis is still speculative for most forms. So far, it has been found out that immunological processes are an important factor, at least for some forms. During these immunological processes, the body produces antibodies (also called antigens) against certain pathogens (e.g. streptococci) to fight these germs. … Disease development (pathogenesis) | Glomerulonephritis
The therapy, the chances of success of the therapy and the prognosis depend largely on the form of glomerulonephritis. In most cases, immunosuppression is indicated. General note They are located on a subpage “Forms of glomerulonephritis“. General information on this topic can be found on our Glomerulonephritis page. Gomerulonephritis often leads to another clinical picture, … Forms Glomerulonephritis
Mesangioproliferative glomerulonephritis of the IgA type Mesangium cells are connective tissue cells of the small blood vessels of the kidney filter. IgA (Immunogloblin A) is an antibody produced by certain blood cells (plasma cells). This form is also known as IgA nephropathy or Berger nephritis. It is the most common form of glomerulonephritis worldwide. It … Mesangioproliferative glomerulonephritis of the IgA type | Forms Glomerulonephritis
Membrane Proliferative Glomerulonephritis Membrane proliferative glomerulonephritis is also rather rare and unknown cause. It is often found in connection with hepatitis or malignant lymph node degeneration. At the beginning, a nephrotic syndrome with progressive symptoms up to renal insufficiency is often impressive. Currently, there is no effective therapy available. After 5 years, about 50% of … Membrane Proliferative Glomerulonephritis | Forms Glomerulonephritis
Symptoms of glomerulonephritis By destroying the filter system, components of the blood composition are now filtered which do not enter the urine in the case of healthy kidney function. These include: Blood (hematuria) Proteins (proteinuria) and Cylinder (cylindricity). The breakdown product of the muscle metabolism creatinine, which is used as a functional marker for the … Symptoms and Diagnostics Glomerulonephritis
