Treatment of Steroid and Cyclosporine-Resistant Idiopathic Nephrotic Syndrome in Children
Steroid-resistant nephrotic syndrome (SRNS) in children carries a significant risk of progression to end-stage renal failure (ESRF). We report a two-step protocol adapted in children with SRNS. Thirty-seven SRNS were treated with cyclosporine A (CyA) in association with prednisolone (alternate day)...
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Format: | Article |
Language: | English |
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Hindawi Limited
2011-01-01
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Series: | International Journal of Nephrology |
Online Access: | http://dx.doi.org/10.4061/2011/930965 |