NIH protocol in lupus nephritis
Journal Title: IOSR Journal of Dental and Medical Sciences (IOSR-JDMS) - Year 2018, Vol 17, Issue 1
Abstract
SLE is a multisystem disorder of multifactorial etiology. In this study, the treatment modality recommended for lupus nephritis was given and the outcome was studied for a period of 2 years and followup for 5 years. Patient and methods: 52 patients in Govt. Medical College, Kozhikode of renal biopsy proven cases of SLE nephritis was given this modality of treatment. The drugs used were cyclophosphamide, azathioprine, mycophenolatemoeftil and glucocorticoid. All patients satisfied the 1982 revised American College of rheumatology criteria 4 out of 11 either serially or simultaneously during the study period. Results: The remission attack at 3 points were studied. Proteinuria, serum creatinine and urinary sediment. Conclusion: The clinical, biochemical and serological outcome was studied.
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Rosy Philips, NK Thulaseedharan.
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