glomerulonephritis
(noun)
A form of nephritis characterized by inflammation of the glomeruli
Examples of glomerulonephritis in the following topics:
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Type III (Immune Complex) Reactions
- Immune complex glomerulonephritis, as seen in Henoch-Schönlein purpura is an example of IgA involvement in a nephropathy.
- Hence, vasculitis, glomerulonephritis and arthritis are commonly-associated conditions as a result of type III hypersensitivity responses.
- Immune Complex Glomerulonephritis, as seen in Henoch-Schönlein purpura; this is an example of IgA involvement in a nephropathy.
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The Complement System and Heart Disease
- This is similar to the post-streptococcal glomerulonephritis.