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(N05.0) Unspecified nephritic syndrome : minor glomerular abnormality
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207 118 in individuals diagnosis unspecified nephritic syndrome : minor glomerular abnormality confirmed
9 250 deaths with diagnosis unspecified nephritic syndrome : minor glomerular abnormality
5% mortality rate associated with the disease unspecified nephritic syndrome : minor glomerular abnormality
Diagnosis unspecified nephritic syndrome : minor glomerular abnormality is diagnosed Men are 8.80% more likely than Women
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Men receive the diagnosis unspecified nephritic syndrome : minor glomerular abnormality
5 145 (4.6 %)Died from this diagnosis.
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Women receive the diagnosis unspecified nephritic syndrome : minor glomerular abnormality
4 105 (4.3 %)Died from this diagnosis.
Risk Group for the Disease unspecified nephritic syndrome : minor glomerular abnormality - Men aged 55-59 and Women aged 25-29
In Men diagnosis is most often set at age 0-94
Less common in men the disease occurs at Age 95+Less common in women the disease occurs at Age 0-1, 95+
In Women diagnosis is most often set at age 0-94
Disease Features unspecified nephritic syndrome : minor glomerular abnormality
Absence or low individual and public risk
Unspecified nephritic syndrome : minor glomerular abnormality - what does this mean
Unspecified nephritic syndrome is a condition in which the kidneys become inflamed and unable to properly filter waste from the body. minor glomerular abnormality occurs when the tiny filters within the kidneys, known as glomeruli, become damaged or blocked, leading to an accumulation of waste in the body and symptoms such as proteinuria and hematuria.
What happens during the disease - unspecified nephritic syndrome : minor glomerular abnormality
Unspecified nephritic syndrome: minor glomerular abnormality is a disorder caused by an abnormal accumulation of proteins in the glomeruli, the tiny filtering units of the kidneys. this accumulation leads to an impaired ability of the glomeruli to filter waste from the blood, resulting in a buildup of waste products in the body and a disruption of the body’s balance of water, electrolytes, and other substances. this can lead to a variety of symptoms, including swelling, high blood pressure, and protein in the urine. treatment for this condition typically involves lifestyle modifications and medications to reduce the amount of protein in the glomeruli and improve the kidneys’ ability to filter waste.
Clinical Pattern
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How does a doctor diagnose
- Complete physical exam, including blood pressure measurement
- Urine analysis
- Complete blood count (CBC)
- Blood chemistry tests
- Urinalysis
- Kidney biopsy
- Imaging tests (CT scan, MRI, ultrasound)
- Renal function tests
- Renal ultrasound
- Renal biopsy
- Immunofluorescence tests
- Genetic testing
Treatment and Medical Assistance
Main goal: To reduce the symptoms of the unspecified nephritic syndrome and the minor glomerular abnormality
- Prescribe medications to reduce inflammation and reduce pain.
- Educate the patient about the importance of following a healthy lifestyle.
- Encourage the patient to maintain a healthy weight.
- Perform regular urine tests to monitor the progression of the disease.
- Prescribe medications to reduce proteinuria.
- Perform regular blood tests to monitor kidney function.
- Encourage the patient to reduce sodium intake.
- Prescribe medications to reduce hypertension.
- Refer the patient to a nephrologist for further evaluation and treatment.
- Prescribe medications to reduce high blood sugar levels.
- Encourage the patient to exercise regularly.
- Encourage the patient to limit their alcohol intake.
- Provide lifestyle counseling to help the patient manage their symptoms.
15 Days of Hospitalization Required
Average Time for Outpatient Care Not Established
Unspecified nephritic syndrome : minor glomerular abnormality - Prevention
Prevention of unspecified nephritic syndrome with minor glomerular abnormality includes avoiding exposure to environmental toxins, maintaining a healthy diet, exercising regularly, and avoiding smoking and excessive alcohol consumption. additionally, it is important to monitor any existing medical conditions, such as diabetes or hypertension, as these can increase the risk of developing unspecified nephritic syndrome.