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Is Albumin Infusion Only Solution For Congenital Nephrotic Syndrome?
Hello ! I am from Romania and my son has congenital nephrotic syndrom. He has 3 years now and he is treated by a doctor from AKH Wienn. My son is doing albumin infusion once a week without dyalise .his kidney are still working. Creative clearence is 20. How much time he could stay only with albumine infusion and when he must do a preemtive kidney transplant? Thank you!
Thu, 26 Dec 2019
Hello,
Albumin infusion and steroids are the first line treatment. In some cases kidneys become normal with age. If the renal function deteriorates, dialysis and renal transplant may be required.
Hope I have answered your query. Let me know if I can assist you further.
Regards,
Dr. Shinas Hussain, General & Family Physician
Albumin infusion and steroids are the first line treatment. In some cases kidneys become normal with age. If the renal function deteriorates, dialysis and renal transplant may be required.
Hope I have answered your query. Let me know if I can assist you further.
Regards,
Dr. Shinas Hussain, General & Family Physician
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