Response to anti-TNF-α treatment for secondary renal amyloidosis in a patient with ankylosing spondylitis

Renal amyloidosis is a complication of ankylosing spondylitis. A possible pathogenetic role is due to TNF-α, with a direct action on glomerular receptors TNFR2 and renal injury, secondary to deposition of amyloid fibrils. The most frequent clinical manifestation is proteinuria or nephrotic syndrome....

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Main Authors: A. Gallo, M.G. Ferrucci, S. Bellissimo, S. Stisi
Format: Article
Language:English
Published: PAGEPress Publications 2011-09-01
Series:Reumatismo
Online Access:http://www.reumatismo.org/index.php/reuma/article/view/334