CLINICAL FEATURES AND OUTCOME OF CHILDHOOD NEPHROTIC SYNDROME IN CALABAR, NIGERIA
Author(s): Uzomba CI; Nsa EI; Ikoba JM1; Uzomba AE; Etuk IS
Institute(s): 1,2,3,5 Department of Paediatrics, Faculty of Clinical Sciences, University of Calabar, Calabar; 4 Department of Public Health, Faculty of Allied Medical science, University of Calabar, Calabar.
Volume 5 / Issue 1
Abstract
Nephrotic syndrome (NS), is a common childhood renal problem caused by impaired glomerular function, resulting in protein leakage into the urine. Most are idiopathic and respond to steroid therapy, however, steroid-sensitivity varies across geographical regions. The aim is to evaluate the clinical characteristics, the natural history, steroid responsiveness and outcome among children in Calabar, Nigerian.
Number of Pages: 9
Number of Words: 2737
First Page: 10
Last Page: 18