Case: Recurrent Lupus Nephritis at 12 Years After Kidney Transplantation
Lupus nephritis recurrences, while rare, typically happen within a few years of kidney transplantation.
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Smoking-Gene Link in SLE Ups Myocardial Infarction, Lupus Nephritis Risks
Investigators stress the importance of smoking cessation in patients with systemic lupus erythematosus, particularly among those carrying particular risk alleles.
Voclosporin’s Efficacy Confirmed for All Lupus Nephritis Biopsy Classes
Add-on voclosporin improved complete renal response across all lupus nephritis biopsy classes, with the greatest benefit observed in pure class 3.
Cardiovascular Disease Risk Higher in Lupus Nephritis vs SLE Alone
A comprehensive meta-analysis quantified the risks of several cardiovascular diseases in patients with systemic lupus erythematosus (SLE).
Pretreatment Predictor of Lupus Nephritis Remission Identified
CD62L, a basophil activation marker, may be a noninvasive prognostic biomarker that can be used to treat patients with severe lupus nephritis.
Higher Initial Prednisone Dose for New-Onset LN Offers Superior Efficacy
Patients with new-onset lupus nephritis achieve significantly higher rates of complete response at 1, 2, and 3 years if they receive a higher initial dose of prednisone for remission induction, a study found.
Venous Thromboembolism Risk in Lupus Nephritis Not Limited to Class 5
This the first study to evaluate the risk for venous thromboembolism by lupus nephritis class, according to investigators.
Mortality Highest for Asians, Hispanic/Latinos With Lupus
Among patients with systemic lupus erythematosus, mortality is increased for minorities, especially Asian, Hispanic/Latina women
2019 EULAR/ACR Score Predicts Lupus Nephritis, Renal Flare Risk
Study findings support the utility of the 2019 EULAR/ACR classification in everyday nephrology clinical practice.
Predictors of Kidney Failure in SLE Cases Identified
Over 20 years, 8.4% of patients with lupus developed end-stage kidney disease, a study found.
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