Nefropatia iga (choroba bergera)
Diagnostyka i diagnoza

IgA nephropathy (choroba Bergera) jest najczęstszą formą pierwotnego kłębuszkowego zapalenia nerek, charakteryzującą się złogami immunoglobuliny A w mezangium. Diagnostyka opiera się na biopsji nerki, która pozostaje złotym standardem, oraz badaniach laboratoryjnych oceniających funkcję nerek i obecność białkomoczu i krwiomoczu. Typowo w moczu stwierdza się osad nefrytyczny z erytrocytami i wałeczkami erytrocytarnymi, a białkomocz może przekraczać 0,5-1 g/24h. W surowicy często obserwuje się podwyższone stężenie IgA u około 50% pacjentów, jednak jego wartość diagnostyczna jest ograniczona. Kluczowe parametry to m.in. eGFR, stężenie kreatyniny i cystatyny C, a także stosunki uPCR i uACR. Biopsja nerki pozwala na ocenę zmian histopatologicznych według klasyfikacji Oxford MEST-C, co umożliwia prognozowanie ryzyka progresji choroby i dobór terapii.

Diagnostyka IgA nephropathy

IgA nephropathy (nefropatia IgA), znana również jako choroba Bergera, jest najczęstszą formą pierwotnego kłębuszkowego zapalenia nerek na świecie, charakteryzującą się złogami immunoglobuliny A w mezangium kłębuszków nerkowych12. Diagnostyka tej choroby wymaga kompleksowego podejścia, obejmującego ocenę kliniczną, badania laboratoryjne oraz przede wszystkim biopsję nerki, która jest uznawana za złoty standard w potwierdzeniu rozpoznania3.

Objawy kliniczne i pierwsze podejrzenie

Choroba ta często pozostaje bezobjawowa we wczesnych stadiach i może być niezauważona przez wiele lat4. Według danych, u około 40% pacjentów z IgA nephropathy nie występują żadne rozpoznawalne objawy w momencie pierwszego podejrzenia choroby5. Najczęstszym początkowym objawem, który może wskazywać na IgA nephropathy, jest krwiomocz, szczególnie makroskopowy, często pojawiający się w ciągu 1-2 dni od infekcji górnych dróg oddechowych (tzw. krwiomocz synfaryngityczny)6.

Początkowo choroba może zostać wykryta przypadkowo podczas rutynowych badań kontrolnych, gdy w analizie moczu zostanie stwierdzona obecność krwi i/lub białka7. Około 30-40% pacjentów jest diagnozowanych, gdy standardowe badanie moczu wykazuje białkomocz i mikroskopowy krwiomocz, mimo braku objawów klinicznych8. Pozostała część pacjentów jest diagnozowana w późniejszym okresie życia, gdy choroba mogła już postępować, z objawami białkomoczu, nadciśnienia tętniczego, obrzęków i niskiego poziomu białka we krwi (hipoalbuminemia)9.

Diagnostyka laboratoryjna

Proces diagnostyczny obejmuje szereg badań laboratoryjnych, które mają na celu ocenę funkcji nerek i wykrycie potencjalnych nieprawidłowości wskazujących na IgA nephropathy:

Badania moczu
  • Badanie ogólne moczu (urynaliza) – podstawowe badanie w diagnostyce IgA nephropathy, które może wykazać obecność krwi i/lub białka w moczu10. W przypadku IgA nephropathy badanie to często wykazuje tzw. osad nefrytyczny z obecnością erytrocytów i/lub wałeczków erytrocytarnych11.
  • Stosunek białka do kreatyniny w moczu (uPCR) – badanie oceniające ilość białka w moczu w stosunku do kreatyniny, co pozwala określić stopień białkomoczu12.
  • Stosunek albuminy do kreatyniny w moczu (uACR) – badanie podobne do uPCR, ale mierzące wyłącznie albuminę; wyższy uACR oznacza większe uszkodzenie nerek i może wskazywać na ryzyko szybkiej progresji do niewydolności nerek13.
  • Dobowa zbiórka moczu – badanie mierzące całkowitą dobową ilość białka w moczu, co jest ważnym parametrem prognostycznym14.
Badania krwi
  • Stężenie kreatyniny w surowicy – podwyższony poziom może wskazywać na upośledzenie funkcji nerek15.
  • Szacunkowy współczynnik filtracji kłębuszkowej (eGFR) – badanie oceniające, jak dobrze nerki filtrują odpady z krwi; jest to kluczowy parametr w określaniu stadium przewlekłej choroby nerek16.
  • Stężenie cystatyny C – podwyższony poziom tego białka może świadczyć o upośledzeniu funkcji nerek17.
  • Stężenie IgA w surowicy – u około 50% pacjentów z IgA nephropathy stwierdza się podwyższone stężenie IgA w surowicy, jednak wartość diagnostyczna tego badania jest ograniczona ze względu na jego niską czułość i swoistość1819.
  • CRP, OB, składowe dopełniacza, ANA, LDH – badania pomocnicze, które mogą być wykorzystane do wykluczenia innych chorób powodujących nefropatię20.

Należy podkreślić, że obecnie nie istnieją zwalidowane biomarkery w surowicy lub moczu, które mogłyby jednoznacznie potwierdzić diagnozę IgA nephropathy bez konieczności wykonania biopsji nerki21. Trwają jednak badania nad nowymi biomarkerami, takimi jak nieprawidłowo glikozylowane IgA1 (Gd-IgA1), które mogą w przyszłości umożliwić mniej inwazyjną diagnostykę22.

Badania obrazowe

Badania obrazowe, takie jak ultrasonografia nerek, mogą być pomocne w ocenie struktury nerek i wykluczeniu innych przyczyn krwiomoczu, ale nie są specyficzne dla IgA nephropathy23. U dorosłych pacjentów z izolowanym krwiomoczem, przed rozważeniem biopsji nerki, często wykonuje się badania takie jak USG nerek i cystoskopię, aby wykluczyć inne źródła krwawienia24.

Dodatkowo, w niektórych przypadkach, lekarz może zalecić test klirensu jotalamatu, który wykorzystuje specjalny środek kontrastowy do śledzenia, jak dobrze nerki filtrują odpady25.

Biopsja nerki – złoty standard diagnostyczny

Biopsja nerki jest jedyną metodą, która pozwala na definitywne potwierdzenie rozpoznania IgA nephropathy2627. Procedura ta polega na pobraniu małego fragmentu tkanki nerkowej za pomocą specjalnej igły biopsyjnej, a następnie jego analizie pod mikroskopem28.

Wskazania do biopsji nerki u dzieci i dorosłych z podejrzeniem IgA nephropathy obejmują upośledzenie funkcji nerek i/lub utrzymujący się wysoki białkomocz29. Według niektórych ekspertów, decyzja o wykonaniu biopsji nerki często opiera się na praktykach regionalnych i instytucjonalnych30, ale generalnie jest uzasadniona, jeśli występują oznaki ciężkiej lub postępującej choroby nerek, takie jak podwyższone stężenie kreatyniny w surowicy, białkomocz >0,5-1 g/24h czy wtórne nadciśnienie tętnicze31.

Analiza materiału biopsyjnego obejmuje:

  • Mikroskopię świetlną – wykazuje proliferację mezangium i poszerzenie macierzy mezangialnej3233.
  • Mikroskopię immunofluorescencyjną – złotym standardem diagnostycznym jest wykazanie złogów IgA w mezangium kłębuszków nerkowych, często z towarzyszącymi złogami C3 i czasami IgM i/lub IgG3435.
  • Mikroskopię elektronową – umożliwia szczegółową analizę złogów immunokompleksów w mezangium36.

Klasyfikacja Oxford MEST-C

W ocenie biopsji nerki w IgA nephropathy stosuje się klasyfikację Oxford MEST-C, opracowaną przez Międzynarodową Sieć Nefropatii IgA i Towarzystwo Patologii Nerek37. Klasyfikacja ta opiera się na obecności lub braku pięciu cech histologicznych:

Wynik biopsji zgodnie z klasyfikacją MEST-C, wraz z parametrami laboratoryjnymi, takimi jak ilość białkomoczu i stopień upośledzenia funkcji nerek, pomaga ocenić indywidualne ryzyko progresji choroby i podjąć decyzję o odpowiednim podejściu terapeutycznym40. Biopsje nerek wykazujące przewlekłe zmiany (wyższe wyniki S i T) są prawdopodobnie mniej podatne na terapię immunosupresyjną41.

Wykluczenie wtórnej nefropatii IgA

W procesie diagnostycznym istotne jest również wykluczenie wtórnych przyczyn nefropatii IgA. Wtórna nefropatia IgA może być związana z chorobami reumatologicznymi, celiakią, przewlekłymi chorobami zapalnymi jelit oraz infekcjami (wirusowe zapalenie wątroby typu B i C)42. Badania w kierunku tych schorzeń powinny być rozważone, jeśli istnieje kliniczne podejrzenie43.

Narzędzia predykcyjne

Międzynarodowe Narzędzie Predykcyjne Nefropatii IgA (International IgA Nephropathy Prediction Tool, IIgANPT) to kalkulator online opracowany na podstawie kohorty 2781 pacjentów z IgA nephropathy potwierdzoną biopsją nerki44. Narzędzie to może być wykorzystane do wprowadzenia danych klinicznych i wyników MEST-C w celu przewidzenia ryzyka 50% spadku szacowanego współczynnika filtracji kłębuszkowej (eGFR)45.

Różnicowanie i dokładność diagnostyczna

W procesie diagnostycznym IgA nephropathy kluczowe jest różnicowanie z innymi chorobami, które mogą powodować podobne objawy, takimi jak zapalenie naczyń związane z IgA (dawniej plamica Schönleina-Henocha), ostre popaciorkowcowe kłębuszkowe zapalenie nerek, toczeń rumieniowaty układowy czy nowotwory nerek lub dróg moczowych46.

Warto podkreślić, że manifestacja nerkowa zapalenia naczyń związanego z IgA jest histologicznie nieodróżnialna od nefropatii IgA47, co potwierdza znaczenie kompleksowej oceny klinicznej i laboratoryjnej.

Chociaż biopsja nerki jest złotym standardem w diagnostyce IgA nephropathy, badacze i klinicyści poszukują mniej inwazyjnych metod diagnostycznych. Ostatnie badania sugerują, że uczenie maszynowe i programy sztucznej inteligencji, takie jak LightGBM, mogą potencjalnie znacząco poprawić diagnostykę choroby Bergera w porównaniu do konwencjonalnych regresji logistycznych4849.

Znaczenie wczesnej diagnostyki

Wczesna diagnostyka IgA nephropathy ma kluczowe znaczenie dla skutecznego leczenia i poprawy rokowania. Choroba ta ma zazwyczaj powolny przebieg, ale bez odpowiedniego leczenia około 20-50% pacjentów rozwija schyłkową niewydolność nerek w ciągu 20 lat od rozpoznania5051.

U dzieci diagnoza choroby często jest stawiana w jej aktywnej fazie, kiedy rozpoczęcie odpowiedniego leczenia może znacząco zmniejszyć dalszą progresję choroby, a nawet odwrócić zmiany w nerkach. U dorosłych choroba często jest wykrywana w fazie przewlekłej, gdy w nerkach doszło już do trwałych zmian52.

Wszyscy pacjenci z podejrzeniem lub rozpoznaniem IgA nephropathy powinni być poddawani regularnym badaniom kontrolnym, obejmującym analizę moczu, badania krwi i monitorowanie ciśnienia tętniczego53. Regularne kontrole lekarskie i wczesne wykrycie mogą pomóc zapobiec rozwojowi niewydolności nerek u pacjentów z IgA nephropathy54.

Podsumowując, diagnostyka IgA nephropathy (choroby Bergera) wymaga kompleksowego podejścia, obejmującego badania laboratoryjne krwi i moczu, biopsję nerki oraz wykluczenie wtórnych przyczyn nefropatii IgA. Wczesne rozpoznanie i regularne monitorowanie funkcji nerek mają kluczowe znaczenie dla skutecznego leczenia i poprawy rokowania u pacjentów z tą chorobą55.

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Materiały źródłowe

  • #1 IgA Nephropathy (Berger Disease) – StatPearls – NCBI Bookshelf
    https://www.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/books/NBK538214/
    Immunoglobulin A (IgA) nephropathy, or IgAN, also known as Berger disease, is one of the leading causes of glomerulonephritis and renal failure. This disease is a prevalent form of glomerulonephritis characterized by the deposition of IgA in the glomerular basement membrane. […] Despite being a common disease, accurate prevalence data for IgAN are limited due to the necessity of a renal biopsy to establish the diagnosis. […] Identify the clinical features and laboratory findings suggestive of IgA nephropathy. […] Implement evidence-based management strategies for IgA nephropathy, including pharmacological interventions, lifestyle modifications, and dietary recommendations. […] Assess the severity and progression of IgA nephropathy through regular monitoring of renal function, proteinuria, and other relevant parameters.
  • #2 IgA Nephropathy: Practice Essentials, Pathophysiology, Etiology
    https://emedicine.medscape.com/article/239927-overview
    Immunoglobulin A (IgA) nephropathy is characterized by predominant IgA deposition in the glomerular mesangium. […] The workup for IgA nephropathy includes the following: Urinalysis of a first-void urine sample, with sediment examination for RBCs and RBC casts; Proteinuria testing (24-hour measurement of urinary protein or urine protein/creatinine ratio, plus urine protein electrophoresis in patients older than 50 years with proteinuria, to exclude monoclonal light chains); Kidney function assessment with 24-hour creatinine clearance test or estimation of glomerular filtration rate; Kidney biopsy to confirm the diagnosis. […] Treatment of IgA nephropathy includes the following: All patients should be given supportive therapy to control hypertension and proteinuria, including renin-angiotensin system blockade and dietary sodium restriction; Tonsillectomy is appropriate only for patients with recurrent tonsillar infections; Kidney transplantation is effective in patients with IgA nephropathy that has progressed to end-stage kidney disease. However, the disorder frequently recurs after transplantation.
  • #3 IgA Nephropathy (Berger Disease) – StatPearls – NCBI Bookshelf
    https://www.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/books/NBK538214/
    Collaborate with interprofessional healthcare providers to optimize IgA nephropathy management by selecting appropriate immunosuppressive agents and supportive therapies tailored to an individual’s disease course and risk factors. […] The clinical course typically progresses gradually, yet between 20% and 50% of affected patients develop end-stage renal disease (ESRD) within 20 years of diagnosis. […] The presence of abnormally glycosylated IgA1 is a heritable trait. […] Confirmation of the diagnosis relies on renal biopsy, which allows for detailed examination of renal histology using light microscopy, electron microscopy, and immunofluorescence. […] Immunofluorescence, specifically demonstrating the deposit of IgA in the glomerular basement membrane, is the gold standard for diagnosis.
  • #4 IgA nephropathy (Berger disease) – Symptoms and causes – Mayo Clinic
    https://www.mayoclinic.org/diseases-conditions/iga-nephropathy/symptoms-causes/syc-20352268
    IgA nephropathy often doesn’t cause symptoms early on. You might not notice any health effects for 10 years or more. Sometimes, routine medical tests find signs of the disease, such as protein and red blood cells in the urine that are seen under a microscope. […] See your doctor if you think you have symptoms of IgA nephropathy. It’s key to get a checkup if you notice blood in your urine. Various conditions can cause this symptom. But if it keeps happening or it doesn’t go away, it might be a sign of a serious health problem. […] IgA nephropathy can cause the kidneys to stop working over time. Then a treatment called dialysis or a kidney transplant is needed to live. […] IgA nephropathy: Clinical features and diagnosis. […] Kidney biopsy […] Urinalysis
  • #5 Diagnosis | NAVIgATE IgAN
    https://navigateigan.com/diagnosis/
    Nephrologists generally group IgA nephropathy into 2 categories: […] The only way to accurately confirm IgA nephropathy is through a kidney biopsy. […] After these tests are evaluated by your doctor, you may be referred to a nephrologist to learn more about your kidney health. […] Once your doctor confirms you have IgA nephropathy, they can work with you to create a personalized treatment plan to help lower your risk of disease progression (getting worse). […] 40% of people living with IgA nephropathy have no recognizable symptoms when their disease is first suspected. […] Depending on your results, your nephrologist may suspect IgA nephropathy or another kidney disease. […] During this procedure, a doctor will remove a small sample of kidney cells with a needle and examine it under a microscope.
  • #6 Pathology Outlines – IgA nephropathy
    https://www.pathologyoutlines.com/topic/kidneyiga.html
    Immunoglobulin A (IgA) nephropathy: dominant or codominant mesangial IgA deposits in the absence of systemic diseases. […] Renal biopsy with immunofluorescence / immunohistochemistry is the cornerstone of the diagnosis. […] Serum polymeric IgA1: elevated in 30 – 50% of cases. […] 40 – 50%: at least one episode of visible hematuria associated to upper respiratory tract infection (synpharyngitic hematuria). […] Secondary IgA nephropathy: associated with chronic liver disease, celiac disease and HIV. […] Clinical predictors: High serum creatinine / reduced eGFR, Hypertension (> 140/90 mmHg), Proteinuria > 1 g/24 h for over 6 months.
  • #7 IgA Nephropathy (Berger’s Disease): ERKNet voor Patiënten
    https://www.erknet.org/patients/nl/your-kidney-disease/iga-nephropathy/disease-information
    IgA Nephropathy (IgAN), in past sometimes known as Bergers Disease, is an inflammatory disease of the kidney, the most common primary glomerulonephritis worldwide as well a leading cause of End-Stage Kidney Disease (ESKD). […] In children, the diagnosis of the disease is often made in its active phase, when the start of an appropriate treatment can significantly reduce the further progression of the disease and even reverse the changes in the kidney. In adults, the disease is often detected in its chronic phase, when permanent changes have already established in the kidney. […] The disease is often detected accidentally. Proteinuria (protein in the urine) and/or haematuria (blood in the urine) are found during routine check-ups. […] Tous les patients atteints dIgAN doivent subir des examens rguliers, en particulier des analyses durine, des analyses de sang et une surveillance de la tension artrielle.
  • #8 IgA Nephropathy – RKD – About IgAN & Find Resources
    https://travere.com/our-science/therapeutic-areas/iga-nephropathy-igan/
    IgA nephropathy (IgAN), also called Berger’s disease, is a type of glomerulonephritis. Glomerulonephritis is inflammation of the glomeruli – the blood vessels in the kidneys that filter wastes and excess fluids from the blood and excrete them in the urine. […] A definitive diagnosis typically requires blood and urine tests and a kidney biopsy. […] Between 30-40% of people with IgA nephropathy are diagnosed with visible hematuria (blood in the urine that may make the urine look like tea or cola). Another 30-40% of people are diagnosed without any symptoms, when standard urine testing reveals proteinuria (protein that has leaked into the urine) and microscopic hematuria. The remainder are diagnosed later in life when the disease may have already progressed, with symptoms of proteinuria, high blood pressure, swelling (edema) and low levels of protein in the blood (hypoalbuminemia). […] Disease progression can be slow and varies considerably among populations.
  • #9 IgA Nephropathy – RKD – About IgAN & Find Resources
    https://travere.com/our-science/therapeutic-areas/iga-nephropathy-igan/
    IgA nephropathy (IgAN), also called Berger’s disease, is a type of glomerulonephritis. Glomerulonephritis is inflammation of the glomeruli – the blood vessels in the kidneys that filter wastes and excess fluids from the blood and excrete them in the urine. […] A definitive diagnosis typically requires blood and urine tests and a kidney biopsy. […] Between 30-40% of people with IgA nephropathy are diagnosed with visible hematuria (blood in the urine that may make the urine look like tea or cola). Another 30-40% of people are diagnosed without any symptoms, when standard urine testing reveals proteinuria (protein that has leaked into the urine) and microscopic hematuria. The remainder are diagnosed later in life when the disease may have already progressed, with symptoms of proteinuria, high blood pressure, swelling (edema) and low levels of protein in the blood (hypoalbuminemia). […] Disease progression can be slow and varies considerably among populations.
  • #10 What is IgA Nephropathy? – Immunoglobulin A [Berger’s Disease]
    https://igan.org/faq/
    IgA nephropathy, also called Bergers disease, is a kidney condition where a protein called immunoglobulin A (IgA) accumulates in the kidneys. This leads to inflammation that can eventually impair the kidneys ability to filter waste from the blood. […] Diagnosing IgA nephropathy typically involves a detailed medical history, physical exam, blood and urine tests, imaging studies, and confirmation of IgA deposits in the kidneys via kidney biopsy. […] This comprehensive approach helps healthcare providers accurately diagnose and formulate a treatment plan for patients with this condition. […] Several tests may be used to get the complete picture of your kidney health and see whether you have IgAN: Urinalysis: a general urine (pee) test that looks for blood and/or protein in your urine. Urine protein-creatinine ratio (uPCR): a urine test that measures the level of protein and creatinine (waste product) in your urine. This test is very similar to the urine albumin-creatinine ratio (uACR) but measures all the different proteins that may be present (not just albumin). Estimated glomerular filtration rate (eGFR): a blood test that helps assess how well your kidneys are removing waste products from the blood. Kidney biopsy: a test in which one or more tiny pieces (samples) of your kidney is removed and then looked at with a microscope. These results can also help predict your long-term risk for kidney failure.
  • #11 IgA nephropathy – Knowledge @ AMBOSS
    https://www.amboss.com/us/knowledge/iga-nephropathy/
    IgAN is the most common cause of kidney failure in individuals of age. […] A renal biopsy is needed for a definitive diagnosis of IgAN. […] Consult nephrology for all patients with suspected IgAN. […] Additional laboratory studies (e.g., serum IgA, C3 complement level) can help exclude differential diagnoses and secondary causes. […] Urinalysis: nephritic sediment […] Hematuria: episodic gross or microscopic […] Proteinuria: usually accompanies hematuria […] The decision to perform a renal biopsy is often based on regional and institutional practices. […] Usually warranted if there are signs of severe or progressive kidney disease, e.g.: Serum creatinine […] Proteinuria 0.51 g/24 h […] Secondary hypertension […] Light microscopy: mesangial proliferation and matrix expansion
  • #12 What is IgA Nephropathy? – Immunoglobulin A [Berger’s Disease]
    https://igan.org/faq/
    IgA nephropathy, also called Bergers disease, is a kidney condition where a protein called immunoglobulin A (IgA) accumulates in the kidneys. This leads to inflammation that can eventually impair the kidneys ability to filter waste from the blood. […] Diagnosing IgA nephropathy typically involves a detailed medical history, physical exam, blood and urine tests, imaging studies, and confirmation of IgA deposits in the kidneys via kidney biopsy. […] This comprehensive approach helps healthcare providers accurately diagnose and formulate a treatment plan for patients with this condition. […] Several tests may be used to get the complete picture of your kidney health and see whether you have IgAN: Urinalysis: a general urine (pee) test that looks for blood and/or protein in your urine. Urine protein-creatinine ratio (uPCR): a urine test that measures the level of protein and creatinine (waste product) in your urine. This test is very similar to the urine albumin-creatinine ratio (uACR) but measures all the different proteins that may be present (not just albumin). Estimated glomerular filtration rate (eGFR): a blood test that helps assess how well your kidneys are removing waste products from the blood. Kidney biopsy: a test in which one or more tiny pieces (samples) of your kidney is removed and then looked at with a microscope. These results can also help predict your long-term risk for kidney failure.
  • #13 IgA nephropathy (IgAN) | American Kidney Fund
    https://www.kidneyfund.org/all-about-kidneys/other-kidney-diseases/iga-nephropathy
    IgA nephropathy is diagnosed by a series of tests, including blood tests, urine tests, and a kidney biopsy. […] Your healthcare provider may also use the International IgAN Prediction Tool (IIgANPT) to look at the risk of IgAN disease progression. […] A kidney biopsy is a procedure where doctors take a small piece of tissue from your kidneys to look at it under a microscope. This is the only definitive way to diagnose IgA nephropathy. […] The uACR test can detect early-stage kidney damage, especially for people at a higher risk. A higher uACR means more kidney damage and can indicate your risk for a quick progression to kidney failure. […] With IgAN, a kidney biopsy will show deposits of IgA in the glomeruli of your kidneys. […] There are new treatments recently approved by the FDA to help treat IgA nephropathy. […] There are 2 new FDA-approved treatments for IgA nephropathy. Both lower the level of protein in urine (proteinuria), and work well in adults who have a high chance of their IgA nephropathy getting worse.
  • #14 IgA Nephropathy: Practice Essentials, Pathophysiology, Etiology
    https://emedicine.medscape.com/article/239927-overview
    Immunoglobulin A (IgA) nephropathy is characterized by predominant IgA deposition in the glomerular mesangium. […] The workup for IgA nephropathy includes the following: Urinalysis of a first-void urine sample, with sediment examination for RBCs and RBC casts; Proteinuria testing (24-hour measurement of urinary protein or urine protein/creatinine ratio, plus urine protein electrophoresis in patients older than 50 years with proteinuria, to exclude monoclonal light chains); Kidney function assessment with 24-hour creatinine clearance test or estimation of glomerular filtration rate; Kidney biopsy to confirm the diagnosis. […] Treatment of IgA nephropathy includes the following: All patients should be given supportive therapy to control hypertension and proteinuria, including renin-angiotensin system blockade and dietary sodium restriction; Tonsillectomy is appropriate only for patients with recurrent tonsillar infections; Kidney transplantation is effective in patients with IgA nephropathy that has progressed to end-stage kidney disease. However, the disorder frequently recurs after transplantation.
  • #15 Mayo Clinic Health Library – IgA nephropathy (Berger disease) | Swiss Medical Network
    https://www.swissmedical.net/en/healtcare-library/con-20166955
    IgA nephropathy is often found after you notice blood in your urine. Or a routine test might show that you have protein or blood in your urine. You’ll need other exams too. They may include: […] A lab can check a sample of your urine under a microscope. This is done to find out how well your kidneys are working and how much protein the kidneys are spilling. With IgA nephropathy, the lab exam shows blood in the urine or other signs that could hint at inflammation of the tiny filters in the kidneys, called glomeruli. […] If you have kidney disease, blood tests might show higher levels of the waste product creatinine or the protein cystatin C. […] This procedure is the only way to confirm whether you have IgA nephropathy. A special needle is used to take out small pieces of kidney tissue. Then the tissue is checked under a microscope. […] Your doctor also may recommend this test. It uses a special contrast agent to track how well your kidneys are filtering wastes.
  • #16 What is IgA Nephropathy? – Immunoglobulin A [Berger’s Disease]
    https://igan.org/faq/
    IgA nephropathy, also called Bergers disease, is a kidney condition where a protein called immunoglobulin A (IgA) accumulates in the kidneys. This leads to inflammation that can eventually impair the kidneys ability to filter waste from the blood. […] Diagnosing IgA nephropathy typically involves a detailed medical history, physical exam, blood and urine tests, imaging studies, and confirmation of IgA deposits in the kidneys via kidney biopsy. […] This comprehensive approach helps healthcare providers accurately diagnose and formulate a treatment plan for patients with this condition. […] Several tests may be used to get the complete picture of your kidney health and see whether you have IgAN: Urinalysis: a general urine (pee) test that looks for blood and/or protein in your urine. Urine protein-creatinine ratio (uPCR): a urine test that measures the level of protein and creatinine (waste product) in your urine. This test is very similar to the urine albumin-creatinine ratio (uACR) but measures all the different proteins that may be present (not just albumin). Estimated glomerular filtration rate (eGFR): a blood test that helps assess how well your kidneys are removing waste products from the blood. Kidney biopsy: a test in which one or more tiny pieces (samples) of your kidney is removed and then looked at with a microscope. These results can also help predict your long-term risk for kidney failure.
  • #17 Mayo Clinic Health Library – IgA nephropathy (Berger disease) | Swiss Medical Network
    https://www.swissmedical.net/en/healtcare-library/con-20166955
    IgA nephropathy is often found after you notice blood in your urine. Or a routine test might show that you have protein or blood in your urine. You’ll need other exams too. They may include: […] A lab can check a sample of your urine under a microscope. This is done to find out how well your kidneys are working and how much protein the kidneys are spilling. With IgA nephropathy, the lab exam shows blood in the urine or other signs that could hint at inflammation of the tiny filters in the kidneys, called glomeruli. […] If you have kidney disease, blood tests might show higher levels of the waste product creatinine or the protein cystatin C. […] This procedure is the only way to confirm whether you have IgA nephropathy. A special needle is used to take out small pieces of kidney tissue. Then the tissue is checked under a microscope. […] Your doctor also may recommend this test. It uses a special contrast agent to track how well your kidneys are filtering wastes.
  • #18 IgA Nephropathy (Berger’s Disease) | Doctor
    https://patient.info/doctor/iga-nephropathy-bergers-disease-pro
    Since its first description by Berger and Hinglais in 1968, IgA nephropathy (IgAN) has remained the most common form of idiopathic glomerulonephritis leading to chronic kidney disease (CKD) in developed countries. […] The current gold-standard diagnostic test of IgAN is by renal biopsy. Light microscopy, electron microscopy and immunofluoresence are required. […] Diagnosis peaks during the second and third decades. […] Plasma levels of IgA are raised in about half of cases. Raised levels of plasma IgA also occurs in other conditions and the predictive value of this test is poor. […] Serum undergalactosylated IgA is being investigated as a diagnostic test and may lead to further elucidation of the pathogenesis of the condition.
  • #19 Pathology Outlines – IgA nephropathy
    https://www.pathologyoutlines.com/topic/kidneyiga.html
    Immunoglobulin A (IgA) nephropathy: dominant or codominant mesangial IgA deposits in the absence of systemic diseases. […] Renal biopsy with immunofluorescence / immunohistochemistry is the cornerstone of the diagnosis. […] Serum polymeric IgA1: elevated in 30 – 50% of cases. […] 40 – 50%: at least one episode of visible hematuria associated to upper respiratory tract infection (synpharyngitic hematuria). […] Secondary IgA nephropathy: associated with chronic liver disease, celiac disease and HIV. […] Clinical predictors: High serum creatinine / reduced eGFR, Hypertension (> 140/90 mmHg), Proteinuria > 1 g/24 h for over 6 months.
  • #20 IgA nephropathy – Wikipedia
    https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/IgA_nephropathy
    IgA nephropathy (IgAN), also known as Berger’s disease, is a disease of the kidney and the immune system; specifically it is a form of glomerulonephritis or an inflammation of the glomeruli of the kidney. […] A kidney biopsy is necessary to confirm the diagnosis. The biopsy specimen shows proliferation of the mesangium, with IgA deposits on immunofluorescence and electron microscopy. […] For an adult patient with isolated hematuria, tests such as ultrasound of the kidney and cystoscopy are usually done first to pinpoint the source of the bleeding. […] Other blood tests done to aid in the diagnosis include CRP or ESR, complement levels, ANA, and LDH. Protein electrophoresis and immunoglobulin levels can show increased IgA in 50% of all patients.
  • #21 IgA nephropathy | Cleveland Clinic Journal of Medicine
    https://www.ccjm.org/content/90/6_suppl_1/e5
    Immunoglobulin A nephropathy (IgAN) is the most common glomerulonephritis in the world. […] No serological test exists to diagnosis IgAN. A definitive diagnosis requires kidney biopsy which is not always necessary. […] Unfortunately, there is no serologic test to diagnosis IgAN, including serum levels of Gd-IgA1 or IgG antiGd-IgA1 antibodies. […] A definitive diagnosis requires kidney biopsy, which may not be necessary in all cases. […] The International IgA Nephropathy Network and the Renal Pathology Society developed the Oxford MEST-C pathologic scoring system, which should accompany all kidney biopsy reports to help predict kidney outcomes in patients with IgAN. […] The score is based on the presence or absence of the following 5 histologic features: Mesangial IgA deposits, Endocapillary hypercellularity, Segmental glomerulosclerosis, Tubular atrophy/interstitial fibrosis, Crescents.
  • #22 IgA Nephropathy (Berger’s Disease) | Doctor
    https://patient.info/doctor/iga-nephropathy-bergers-disease-pro
    Since its first description by Berger and Hinglais in 1968, IgA nephropathy (IgAN) has remained the most common form of idiopathic glomerulonephritis leading to chronic kidney disease (CKD) in developed countries. […] The current gold-standard diagnostic test of IgAN is by renal biopsy. Light microscopy, electron microscopy and immunofluoresence are required. […] Diagnosis peaks during the second and third decades. […] Plasma levels of IgA are raised in about half of cases. Raised levels of plasma IgA also occurs in other conditions and the predictive value of this test is poor. […] Serum undergalactosylated IgA is being investigated as a diagnostic test and may lead to further elucidation of the pathogenesis of the condition.
  • #23 IgA nephropathy – Wikipedia
    https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/IgA_nephropathy
    IgA nephropathy (IgAN), also known as Berger’s disease, is a disease of the kidney and the immune system; specifically it is a form of glomerulonephritis or an inflammation of the glomeruli of the kidney. […] A kidney biopsy is necessary to confirm the diagnosis. The biopsy specimen shows proliferation of the mesangium, with IgA deposits on immunofluorescence and electron microscopy. […] For an adult patient with isolated hematuria, tests such as ultrasound of the kidney and cystoscopy are usually done first to pinpoint the source of the bleeding. […] Other blood tests done to aid in the diagnosis include CRP or ESR, complement levels, ANA, and LDH. Protein electrophoresis and immunoglobulin levels can show increased IgA in 50% of all patients.
  • #24 IgA nephropathy – Wikipedia
    https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/IgA_nephropathy
    IgA nephropathy (IgAN), also known as Berger’s disease, is a disease of the kidney and the immune system; specifically it is a form of glomerulonephritis or an inflammation of the glomeruli of the kidney. […] A kidney biopsy is necessary to confirm the diagnosis. The biopsy specimen shows proliferation of the mesangium, with IgA deposits on immunofluorescence and electron microscopy. […] For an adult patient with isolated hematuria, tests such as ultrasound of the kidney and cystoscopy are usually done first to pinpoint the source of the bleeding. […] Other blood tests done to aid in the diagnosis include CRP or ESR, complement levels, ANA, and LDH. Protein electrophoresis and immunoglobulin levels can show increased IgA in 50% of all patients.
  • #25 Mayo Clinic Health Library – IgA nephropathy (Berger disease) | Swiss Medical Network
    https://www.swissmedical.net/en/healtcare-library/con-20166955
    IgA nephropathy is often found after you notice blood in your urine. Or a routine test might show that you have protein or blood in your urine. You’ll need other exams too. They may include: […] A lab can check a sample of your urine under a microscope. This is done to find out how well your kidneys are working and how much protein the kidneys are spilling. With IgA nephropathy, the lab exam shows blood in the urine or other signs that could hint at inflammation of the tiny filters in the kidneys, called glomeruli. […] If you have kidney disease, blood tests might show higher levels of the waste product creatinine or the protein cystatin C. […] This procedure is the only way to confirm whether you have IgA nephropathy. A special needle is used to take out small pieces of kidney tissue. Then the tissue is checked under a microscope. […] Your doctor also may recommend this test. It uses a special contrast agent to track how well your kidneys are filtering wastes.
  • #26 IgA Nephropathy (IgAN) | National Kidney Foundation
    https://www.kidney.org/kidney-topics/iga-nephropathy
    IgA nephropathy (IgAN) is a type of kidney disease where antibodies build up in your kidneys and cause damage to your glomeruli (small filters inside your kidneys). […] IgAN is also known as Bergers disease. […] As part of the diagnosis process, your health care professional will likely review your symptoms, conduct a physical exam, and request lab tests. […] Several tests may be used to get the complete picture of your kidney health and see whether you have IgAN: […] While lab tests and symptoms may suggest IgAN, the only way to definitively diagnose it is with a kidney biopsy.
  • #27 Diagnosis | NAVIgATE IgAN
    https://navigateigan.com/diagnosis/
    Nephrologists generally group IgA nephropathy into 2 categories: […] The only way to accurately confirm IgA nephropathy is through a kidney biopsy. […] After these tests are evaluated by your doctor, you may be referred to a nephrologist to learn more about your kidney health. […] Once your doctor confirms you have IgA nephropathy, they can work with you to create a personalized treatment plan to help lower your risk of disease progression (getting worse). […] 40% of people living with IgA nephropathy have no recognizable symptoms when their disease is first suspected. […] Depending on your results, your nephrologist may suspect IgA nephropathy or another kidney disease. […] During this procedure, a doctor will remove a small sample of kidney cells with a needle and examine it under a microscope.
  • #28 Mayo Clinic Health Library – IgA nephropathy (Berger disease) | Swiss Medical Network
    https://www.swissmedical.net/en/healtcare-library/con-20166955
    IgA nephropathy is often found after you notice blood in your urine. Or a routine test might show that you have protein or blood in your urine. You’ll need other exams too. They may include: […] A lab can check a sample of your urine under a microscope. This is done to find out how well your kidneys are working and how much protein the kidneys are spilling. With IgA nephropathy, the lab exam shows blood in the urine or other signs that could hint at inflammation of the tiny filters in the kidneys, called glomeruli. […] If you have kidney disease, blood tests might show higher levels of the waste product creatinine or the protein cystatin C. […] This procedure is the only way to confirm whether you have IgA nephropathy. A special needle is used to take out small pieces of kidney tissue. Then the tissue is checked under a microscope. […] Your doctor also may recommend this test. It uses a special contrast agent to track how well your kidneys are filtering wastes.
  • #29 IgA Nephropathy (Berger’s Disease): ERKNet voor Patiënten
    https://www.erknet.org/patients/nl/your-kidney-disease/iga-nephropathy/disease-information
    While clinical symptoms and blood tests may be suspicious of IgAN, a certain diagnosis can only made by kidney biopsy. Indications for kidney biopsy in children and adults with suspicion of IgAN include impaired renal function and/or persistent high proteinuria. […] A kidney biopsy makes it possible to observe changes in the structure of the organ, as well as to locate the presence of IgA immunoglobulins. The result of the kidney biopsy along with laboratory parameters, such as the amount of proteinuria and the degree of impairment of renal function, helps to assess the individual risk of disease progression and decide the appropriate treatment approach.
  • #30 IgA nephropathy – Knowledge @ AMBOSS
    https://www.amboss.com/us/knowledge/iga-nephropathy/
    IgAN is the most common cause of kidney failure in individuals of age. […] A renal biopsy is needed for a definitive diagnosis of IgAN. […] Consult nephrology for all patients with suspected IgAN. […] Additional laboratory studies (e.g., serum IgA, C3 complement level) can help exclude differential diagnoses and secondary causes. […] Urinalysis: nephritic sediment […] Hematuria: episodic gross or microscopic […] Proteinuria: usually accompanies hematuria […] The decision to perform a renal biopsy is often based on regional and institutional practices. […] Usually warranted if there are signs of severe or progressive kidney disease, e.g.: Serum creatinine […] Proteinuria 0.51 g/24 h […] Secondary hypertension […] Light microscopy: mesangial proliferation and matrix expansion
  • #31 IgA nephropathy – Knowledge @ AMBOSS
    https://www.amboss.com/us/knowledge/iga-nephropathy/
    IgAN is the most common cause of kidney failure in individuals of age. […] A renal biopsy is needed for a definitive diagnosis of IgAN. […] Consult nephrology for all patients with suspected IgAN. […] Additional laboratory studies (e.g., serum IgA, C3 complement level) can help exclude differential diagnoses and secondary causes. […] Urinalysis: nephritic sediment […] Hematuria: episodic gross or microscopic […] Proteinuria: usually accompanies hematuria […] The decision to perform a renal biopsy is often based on regional and institutional practices. […] Usually warranted if there are signs of severe or progressive kidney disease, e.g.: Serum creatinine […] Proteinuria 0.51 g/24 h […] Secondary hypertension […] Light microscopy: mesangial proliferation and matrix expansion
  • #32 IgA nephropathy – Knowledge @ AMBOSS
    https://www.amboss.com/us/knowledge/iga-nephropathy/
    IgAN is the most common cause of kidney failure in individuals of age. […] A renal biopsy is needed for a definitive diagnosis of IgAN. […] Consult nephrology for all patients with suspected IgAN. […] Additional laboratory studies (e.g., serum IgA, C3 complement level) can help exclude differential diagnoses and secondary causes. […] Urinalysis: nephritic sediment […] Hematuria: episodic gross or microscopic […] Proteinuria: usually accompanies hematuria […] The decision to perform a renal biopsy is often based on regional and institutional practices. […] Usually warranted if there are signs of severe or progressive kidney disease, e.g.: Serum creatinine […] Proteinuria 0.51 g/24 h […] Secondary hypertension […] Light microscopy: mesangial proliferation and matrix expansion
  • #33 IgA nephropathy: Berger disease – Creative Med Doses
    https://creativemeddoses.com/topics-list/iga-nephropathy-berger-disease/
    IgA nephropathy /Berger disease is the glomerulonephritis which is characterized by episodic hematuria and deposition of IgA in the mesangium (the hallmark of the disease). […] The two most common presentations of IgA nephropathy are recurrent episodes of macroscopic hematuria following an upper respiratory or GIT infection often accompanied by proteinuria, or persistent asymptomatic microscopic hematuria which remains asymptomatic in nearly 30% of cases. […] Clinical presentation and laboratory results help in making diagnosis, gross hematuria following upper respiratory tract infection or intestinal infection is an important clue for diagnosis. […] Urinalysis and microscopy: Hematuria (gross or microscopic), Proteinuria, RBC cast. […] Serum IgA level is elevated. […] Light microscopy shows mesangial proliferation and mesangial widening. […] Immunofluorescent microscopy reveals mesangial IgA deposits. […] Electron microscopy: mesangial immune complex deposits.
  • #34 IgA nephropathy – Knowledge @ AMBOSS
    https://www.amboss.com/us/knowledge/iga-nephropathy/
    Immunofluorescent microscopy: mesangial IgA deposits with C3 and occasionally IgM and/or IgG […] The renal manifestation of IgA vasculitis is histologically indistinguishable from IgAN. […] The following studies may support the diagnosis of IgAN but are not required in the diagnostic workup. […] Consider further studies to assess for secondary causes of IgAN (e.g., IgAN associated with chronic liver disease, IgA vasculitis) if clinically suspected.
  • #35 IgA nephropathy: Berger disease – Creative Med Doses
    https://creativemeddoses.com/topics-list/iga-nephropathy-berger-disease/
    IgA nephropathy /Berger disease is the glomerulonephritis which is characterized by episodic hematuria and deposition of IgA in the mesangium (the hallmark of the disease). […] The two most common presentations of IgA nephropathy are recurrent episodes of macroscopic hematuria following an upper respiratory or GIT infection often accompanied by proteinuria, or persistent asymptomatic microscopic hematuria which remains asymptomatic in nearly 30% of cases. […] Clinical presentation and laboratory results help in making diagnosis, gross hematuria following upper respiratory tract infection or intestinal infection is an important clue for diagnosis. […] Urinalysis and microscopy: Hematuria (gross or microscopic), Proteinuria, RBC cast. […] Serum IgA level is elevated. […] Light microscopy shows mesangial proliferation and mesangial widening. […] Immunofluorescent microscopy reveals mesangial IgA deposits. […] Electron microscopy: mesangial immune complex deposits.
  • #36 IgA nephropathy: Berger disease – Creative Med Doses
    https://creativemeddoses.com/topics-list/iga-nephropathy-berger-disease/
    IgA nephropathy /Berger disease is the glomerulonephritis which is characterized by episodic hematuria and deposition of IgA in the mesangium (the hallmark of the disease). […] The two most common presentations of IgA nephropathy are recurrent episodes of macroscopic hematuria following an upper respiratory or GIT infection often accompanied by proteinuria, or persistent asymptomatic microscopic hematuria which remains asymptomatic in nearly 30% of cases. […] Clinical presentation and laboratory results help in making diagnosis, gross hematuria following upper respiratory tract infection or intestinal infection is an important clue for diagnosis. […] Urinalysis and microscopy: Hematuria (gross or microscopic), Proteinuria, RBC cast. […] Serum IgA level is elevated. […] Light microscopy shows mesangial proliferation and mesangial widening. […] Immunofluorescent microscopy reveals mesangial IgA deposits. […] Electron microscopy: mesangial immune complex deposits.
  • #37 IgA nephropathy | Cleveland Clinic Journal of Medicine
    https://www.ccjm.org/content/90/6_suppl_1/e5
    Immunoglobulin A nephropathy (IgAN) is the most common glomerulonephritis in the world. […] No serological test exists to diagnosis IgAN. A definitive diagnosis requires kidney biopsy which is not always necessary. […] Unfortunately, there is no serologic test to diagnosis IgAN, including serum levels of Gd-IgA1 or IgG antiGd-IgA1 antibodies. […] A definitive diagnosis requires kidney biopsy, which may not be necessary in all cases. […] The International IgA Nephropathy Network and the Renal Pathology Society developed the Oxford MEST-C pathologic scoring system, which should accompany all kidney biopsy reports to help predict kidney outcomes in patients with IgAN. […] The score is based on the presence or absence of the following 5 histologic features: Mesangial IgA deposits, Endocapillary hypercellularity, Segmental glomerulosclerosis, Tubular atrophy/interstitial fibrosis, Crescents.
  • #38 IgA Nephropathy (Berger Disease) – StatPearls – NCBI Bookshelf
    https://www.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/books/NBK538214/
    The Oxford classification relies on the following criteria: Mesangial cellularity, Endocapillary proliferation, Segmental glomerulosclerosis, Tubular atrophy or interstitial fibrosis. […] The management of IgAN begins with confirming the diagnosis, typically through a renal biopsy, while ruling out secondary causes. […] First-line agents for managing proteinuria and lowering blood pressure in IgAN patients typically involve angiotensin-converting enzyme (ACE) inhibitors or angiotensin receptor blockers (ARBs). […] Corticosteroids are crucial in reducing proteinuria in IgAN, particularly when levels exceed 1g/d. […] The tonsils are a significant store for MALT, and IgA levels are known to decrease post-tonsillectomy. […] For individuals who progress to ESRD from IgAN, renal transplantation is a viable option. However, the risk of IgAN recurrence in the transplanted kidney persists.
  • #39 IgA nephropathy | Cleveland Clinic Journal of Medicine
    https://www.ccjm.org/content/90/6_suppl_1/e5
    Immunoglobulin A nephropathy (IgAN) is the most common glomerulonephritis in the world. […] No serological test exists to diagnosis IgAN. A definitive diagnosis requires kidney biopsy which is not always necessary. […] Unfortunately, there is no serologic test to diagnosis IgAN, including serum levels of Gd-IgA1 or IgG antiGd-IgA1 antibodies. […] A definitive diagnosis requires kidney biopsy, which may not be necessary in all cases. […] The International IgA Nephropathy Network and the Renal Pathology Society developed the Oxford MEST-C pathologic scoring system, which should accompany all kidney biopsy reports to help predict kidney outcomes in patients with IgAN. […] The score is based on the presence or absence of the following 5 histologic features: Mesangial IgA deposits, Endocapillary hypercellularity, Segmental glomerulosclerosis, Tubular atrophy/interstitial fibrosis, Crescents.
  • #40 IgA Nephropathy (Berger’s Disease): ERKNet for Patients
    https://www.erknet.org/patients/your-kidney-disease/iga-nephropathy/disease-information
    While clinical symptoms and blood tests may be suspicious of IgAN, a certain diagnosis can only made by kidney biopsy. Indications for kidney biopsy in children and adults with suspicion of IgAN include impaired renal function and/or persistent high proteinuria. […] A kidney biopsy makes it possible to observe changes in the structure of the organ, as well as to locate the presence of IgA immunoglobulins. The result of the kidney biopsy along with laboratory parameters, such as the amount of proteinuria and the degree of impairment of renal function, helps to assess the individual risk of disease progression and decide the appropriate treatment approach.
  • #41 IgA nephropathy | Cleveland Clinic Journal of Medicine
    https://www.ccjm.org/content/90/6_suppl_1/e5
    Kidney biopsies that reveal chronic lesions (higher S and T scores) are probably less likely to be amendable to immunosuppressive therapy. […] The International IgA Nephropathy Prediction Tool, an online calculator derived from a cohort of 2,781 patients with IgAN confirmed by kidney biopsy, may be used to impute clinical data and MEST-C scores to predict the risk of a 50% decline in estimated glomerular filtration rate (eGFR).
  • #42 Orphanet: Immunoglobulin A nephropathy
    https://www.orpha.net/en/disease/detail/34145
    A diagnosis of IgAN can only be made by kidney biopsy. Findings include mesangial hypercellularity and matrix expansion, endocapillary proliferative changes, glomerulosclerosis and tubulointerstitial fibrosis. Glomerular crescents occur in up to 20% of all biopsies but are rarely extensive. The later very rare cases are characterized by kidney failure occurring within months to a few years. […] Secondary causes of IgAN should be excluded. These include rheumatologic, celiac, and chronic inflammatory bowel disease, and infections (hepatitis B, hepatitis C). Other associations may be coincidental since glomerular IgA deposits can be frequently detected in autopsies even in patients with no known disease.
  • #43 IgA nephropathy – Knowledge @ AMBOSS
    https://www.amboss.com/us/knowledge/iga-nephropathy/
    Immunofluorescent microscopy: mesangial IgA deposits with C3 and occasionally IgM and/or IgG […] The renal manifestation of IgA vasculitis is histologically indistinguishable from IgAN. […] The following studies may support the diagnosis of IgAN but are not required in the diagnostic workup. […] Consider further studies to assess for secondary causes of IgAN (e.g., IgAN associated with chronic liver disease, IgA vasculitis) if clinically suspected.
  • #44 IgA nephropathy | Cleveland Clinic Journal of Medicine
    https://www.ccjm.org/content/90/6_suppl_1/e5
    Kidney biopsies that reveal chronic lesions (higher S and T scores) are probably less likely to be amendable to immunosuppressive therapy. […] The International IgA Nephropathy Prediction Tool, an online calculator derived from a cohort of 2,781 patients with IgAN confirmed by kidney biopsy, may be used to impute clinical data and MEST-C scores to predict the risk of a 50% decline in estimated glomerular filtration rate (eGFR).
  • #45 IgA nephropathy (IgAN) | American Kidney Fund
    https://www.kidneyfund.org/all-about-kidneys/other-kidney-diseases/iga-nephropathy
    IgA nephropathy is diagnosed by a series of tests, including blood tests, urine tests, and a kidney biopsy. […] Your healthcare provider may also use the International IgAN Prediction Tool (IIgANPT) to look at the risk of IgAN disease progression. […] A kidney biopsy is a procedure where doctors take a small piece of tissue from your kidneys to look at it under a microscope. This is the only definitive way to diagnose IgA nephropathy. […] The uACR test can detect early-stage kidney damage, especially for people at a higher risk. A higher uACR means more kidney damage and can indicate your risk for a quick progression to kidney failure. […] With IgAN, a kidney biopsy will show deposits of IgA in the glomeruli of your kidneys. […] There are new treatments recently approved by the FDA to help treat IgA nephropathy. […] There are 2 new FDA-approved treatments for IgA nephropathy. Both lower the level of protein in urine (proteinuria), and work well in adults who have a high chance of their IgA nephropathy getting worse.
  • #46 IgA Nephropathy (Berger’s Disease): The Complete Guide
    https://www.health.com/iga-nephropathy-8705539
    Immunoglobin A nephropathy (also known as IgAN or Berger’s disease) is a rare kidney disease that occurs when your immune system mistakenly attacks the kidneys and produces excess IgA (a type of antibody). This affects your kidneys’ ability to properly filter waste from your blood, causing symptoms like changes in urine color, swelling, fatigue, and a higher risk of infections. […] One of the main goals in the diagnostic process of IgA nephropathy is to rule out other potential causes of your symptoms. Other conditions that may cause symptoms similar to IgAN include IgA vasculitis, post-streptococcal glomerulonephritis (a kidney infection), lupus, and kidney or urethral cancer. […] During your appointment, you can expect your provider to ask about your medical history and perform a physical exam. However, they may also order other tests to learn more about your health status. These tests may include: Urinalysis: Collecting a sample of urine and examining it for signs of blood or infection, Blood tests: Detecting abnormal levels of proteins and signs of inflammation or cellular damage, Urine protein: Checking for elevated levels of protein in the urine, Estimated glomerular filtration rate (eGFR): Measuring how effectively your kidneys are working by tracking how much blood they’re able to filter, 24-hour urine test: Tracking how well your urine retains proteins, Kidney biopsy: Removing a sample of your kidney tissue to check for signs of disease and damage.
  • #47 IgA nephropathy – Knowledge @ AMBOSS
    https://www.amboss.com/us/knowledge/iga-nephropathy/
    Immunofluorescent microscopy: mesangial IgA deposits with C3 and occasionally IgM and/or IgG […] The renal manifestation of IgA vasculitis is histologically indistinguishable from IgAN. […] The following studies may support the diagnosis of IgAN but are not required in the diagnostic workup. […] Consider further studies to assess for secondary causes of IgAN (e.g., IgAN associated with chronic liver disease, IgA vasculitis) if clinically suspected.
  • #48 Machine Learning Could Improve IgA Nephropathy Diagnostics
    https://www.hcplive.com/view/machine-learning-improve-iga-nephropathy-diagnostics
    Investigators reported that AI programs such as LightGBM could potentially significantly benefit the diagnosis of Berger disease. […] Machine learning could help provide improved immunoglobulin A (IgA) nephropathy (Berger disease) diagnostic improvements compared to conventional logistic regressions, according to new research. […] A team of investigators reported that artificial intelligence (AI) programs such as LightGBM could potentially significantly benefit the diagnosis of Berger disease enough so that the team recommended validation research support its clinical use going forward. […] Led by Ryunosuke Noda, MD, of the department of internal medicine at St. Marianna University School of Medicine in Kawasaki, investigators sought to interpret the diagnostic performance of machine learning algorithms for Berger disease.
  • #49 Machine Learning Could Improve IgA Nephropathy Diagnostics
    https://www.hcplive.com/view/machine-learning-improve-iga-nephropathy-diagnostics
    IgA nephropathy often requires therapeutic modalities associated with potential complications, such as steroids, and so requires definitive diagnosis by invasive renal biopsy rather than non-invasive clinical diagnostic measures, Noda and colleagues wrote. […] Our study indicated that machine learning, particularly the LightGBM model, could improve IgA nephropathy diagnostic performance beyond conventional logistic regression, investigators concluded. This highlights the potential utility of machine learning in IgA nephropathy diagnosis, necessitating further validation for clinical use.
  • #50 IgA Nephropathy (Berger Disease) – StatPearls – NCBI Bookshelf
    https://www.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/books/NBK538214/
    Collaborate with interprofessional healthcare providers to optimize IgA nephropathy management by selecting appropriate immunosuppressive agents and supportive therapies tailored to an individual’s disease course and risk factors. […] The clinical course typically progresses gradually, yet between 20% and 50% of affected patients develop end-stage renal disease (ESRD) within 20 years of diagnosis. […] The presence of abnormally glycosylated IgA1 is a heritable trait. […] Confirmation of the diagnosis relies on renal biopsy, which allows for detailed examination of renal histology using light microscopy, electron microscopy, and immunofluorescence. […] Immunofluorescence, specifically demonstrating the deposit of IgA in the glomerular basement membrane, is the gold standard for diagnosis.
  • #51 IgA Nephropathy (Berger Disease) | Treatment & Management | Point of Care
    https://www.statpearls.com/point-of-care/23357
    Immunoglobulin A (IgA) nephropathy, or IgAN, is one of the leading causes of glomerulonephritis and renal failure. This disease is characterized by the deposition of IgA in the glomerular mesangium. […] The clinical course typically progresses gradually, yet between 20% and 50% of affected patients develop end-stage renal disease (ESRD) within 20 years of diagnosis. […] The presence of red cells and red cell casts indicates glomerular injury and potential active disease. Proteinuria is assessed using the protein-to-creatinine ratio in urine or 24-hour urinary protein excretion. […] Confirmation of the diagnosis relies on renal biopsy, which allows for detailed examination of renal histology using light microscopy, electron microscopy, and immunofluorescence. […] Immunofluorescence, specifically demonstrating the deposit of IgA in the glomerular basement membrane, is the gold standard for diagnosis.
  • #52 IgA Nephropathy (Berger’s Disease): ERKNet for Patients
    https://www.erknet.org/patients/your-kidney-disease/iga-nephropathy/disease-information
    IgA Nephropathy (IgAN), in past sometimes known as Bergers Disease, is an inflammatory disease of the kidney, the most common primary glomerulonephritis worldwide as well a leading cause of End-Stage Kidney Disease (ESKD). […] In children, the diagnosis of the disease is often made in its active phase, when the start of an appropriate treatment can significantly reduce the further progression of the disease and even reverse the changes in the kidney. In adults, the disease is often detected in its chronic phase, when permanent changes have already established in the kidney. […] The disease is often detected accidentally. Proteinuria (protein in the urine) and/or haematuria (blood in the urine) are found during routine check-ups. […] Tous les patients atteints d’IgAN doivent subir des examens réguliers, en particulier des analyses d’urine, des analyses de sang et une surveillance de la tension artérielle.
  • #53 IgA Nephropathy (Berger’s Disease): ERKNet for Patients
    https://www.erknet.org/patients/your-kidney-disease/iga-nephropathy/disease-information
    IgA Nephropathy (IgAN), in past sometimes known as Bergers Disease, is an inflammatory disease of the kidney, the most common primary glomerulonephritis worldwide as well a leading cause of End-Stage Kidney Disease (ESKD). […] In children, the diagnosis of the disease is often made in its active phase, when the start of an appropriate treatment can significantly reduce the further progression of the disease and even reverse the changes in the kidney. In adults, the disease is often detected in its chronic phase, when permanent changes have already established in the kidney. […] The disease is often detected accidentally. Proteinuria (protein in the urine) and/or haematuria (blood in the urine) are found during routine check-ups. […] Tous les patients atteints d’IgAN doivent subir des examens réguliers, en particulier des analyses d’urine, des analyses de sang et une surveillance de la tension artérielle.
  • #54 IgA Nephropathy (Berger Disease): Symptoms & Treatment
    https://my.clevelandclinic.org/health/diseases/5990-iga-nephropathy
    With proper treatment, many people with IgA nephropathy can live long, fulfilling lives. […] Its a good idea to schedule regular wellness checkups with a healthcare provider. Early detection can help prevent IgA nephropathy from developing into kidney failure. […] You may wish to ask: How will you diagnose IgA nephropathy?
  • #55 New study sheds light on incidence of IgA nephropathy – Kaiser Permanente Department of Research & Evaluation
    https://www.kp-scalresearch.org/new-study-sheds-light-on-incidence-of-iga-nephropathy/
    A recent Kaiser Permanente study described the incidence of IgA nephropathy, an autoimmune kidney disease, nationally, as well as among people of different race and ethnicities. […] The researchers assessed all adult Kaiser Permanente Southern California patients who had a kidney biopsy-proven diagnosis of IgA nephropathy between 2010 and 2021. […] In addition to providing a more solid estimate for the overall incidence of IgA nephropathy and describing the racial/ethnic groups most at risk, our study emphasized the importance of early diagnosis, Dr. Sim said. IgA nephropathy is a progressive disease and first manifests with isolated blood in the urine or mild proteinuria. […] Earlier diagnosis and treatment can alter the course of the disease and delay or prevent kidney failure.