Abstract / Description of output
Kidney involvement in systemic lupus erythematosus (SLE) is common and is a major contributor to disease morbidity and mortality. At presentation, up to 50 % of patients with SLE will have clinical evidence of renal involvement – abnormal renal function and haematuria with or without proteinuria. During follow-up renal involvement will be evident in >60 %, with an even greater representation among children and young adults.
Original language | English |
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Title of host publication | Practical Nephrology |
Publisher | Springer |
Pages | 235-247 |
Number of pages | 13 |
ISBN (Print) | 9781447155478, 9781447155461 |
DOIs | |
Publication status | Published - 1 Mar 2014 |