Nephrotic Syndrome (NS) is not a single disease but a clinical manifestation
of multiple glomerular disorders. The prognosis of Nephrotic Syndrome varies and
is largely dependent on the underlying cause. In some cases, patients have a
spontaneous recovery without any specific treatment, while others may have a
poor outcome. Generally speaking, prognosis of Nephrotic Syndrome are as
below.
1. Outlook for most of children with Minimal Change Nephrotic Syndrome is
excellent, with good response to steroids, although there may be
recurrences.
2. Adult prognosis is very variable depending on the underlying cause. If the
underlying cause has been identified and is treatable, the prognosis is good,
and patient can expect complete resolution of symptoms. However, if the
underlying cause is not treatable, such as with many types of primary kidney
disease, the prognosis is poor.
3. Patients with different clinical manifestations have varied outcome. For
those who have single urine protein or microscopic hematuria, the prognosis is
usually better. If the individual presents persistent high blood pressure, the
prognosis will be worse than those who are not accompanied with hypertension.
Moreover, the prognosis is not good if patients have long-standing anemia that
is hard to improve.
4. If the renal function is severely damaged, and the levels of serum
creatinine and urea nitrogen are elevated, the prognosis is very poor. Patients
had better adopt prompt treatment to repair the kidney impairment and improve
the prognosis.
5. The prognosis can be improved in a large degree if Nephrotic Syndrome
patients present slight and focal pathological changes. If there appears
membrane hyperplasia or glomerulosclerosis, it indicate a bad prognosis.
The above is about general introduction of Nephrotic Syndrome prognosis. It
is necessary to have a clear understanding about your present illness condition
so as to receive suitable treatment.
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