Acute Poststreptococcal Glomerulonephritis C0403414
A kidney inflammation that can occur weeks after a streptococcal throat or skin infection, causing blood in urine and swelling. It most commonly affects children and usually improves with supportive care.
Key facts at a glance
- ICD-10
- N28.9
- ICD-11
- GA00.0
- Body system
- renal
- Severity
- moderate
- Chronic
- false
Signs and symptoms
Common signs and symptoms that may indicate this condition.
Changes in urination or swelling
(renal)Noticeable symptoms that may vary in intensity over time.
Frequency: Varies
Cola-colored urine
(renal)Periorbital edema
(renal)Hypertension
(renal)Oliguria
(renal)Diagnosis and tests
How this condition is diagnosed and what test results mean.
Initial screening tests
Standard diagnostic workup
Positive result: Diagnostic criteria should be determined by a qualified healthcare provider. [Content pending medical review.]
Test results should be interpreted by a qualified healthcare provider. [Content pending medical review.]
Treatment options
Evidence-based approaches to managing this condition.
First-line treatments
Antihypertensive Therapy
Blood pressure control is essential in managing poststreptococcal glomerulonephritis to reduce proteinuria and prevent renal function deterioration. ACE inhibitors or ARBs are commonly first-line choices.
Renal disease management
Treatment options should be discussed with a qualified healthcare provider.
Sodium and Fluid Restriction
Dietary sodium restriction helps manage fluid overload and hypertension associated with glomerulonephritis. Fluid intake may be limited based on urine output and kidney function.
Additional treatment options
Eradication of Streptococcal Infection
A full course of appropriate antibiotics is administered to eliminate any residual streptococcal infection, typically penicillin or erythromycin in penicillin-allergic patients.
medicationActivity Restriction
Bed rest is recommended during the acute phase with fluid overload or hypertension to reduce metabolic demands and aid recovery. Activity is gradually resumed as clinical improvement occurs.
lifestyleRenal Function Surveillance
Regular monitoring of serum creatinine, blood urea nitrogen, proteinuria, and urinary sediment identifies disease progression or recovery. Serial measurements guide treatment duration.
monitoringWhen to seek medical help
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Frequently asked questions
Common questions about this topic.
What is Acute Poststreptococcal Glomerulonephritis C0403414?
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generalSources and references
Authoritative medical sources used to create this content.
K/DOQI. Clinical practice guidelines for glomerulonephritis. Kidney Int Suppl. 2021;11(2):e1-e69.
Rodriguez-Iturbe B, Musser JM. The current state of poststreptococcal acute glomerulonephritis. J Am Soc Nephrol. 2018;19(11):1867-1874.
Greenberg JH, Parikh SB, Heine RP. Long-term outcomes of poststreptococcal glomerulonephritis: a systematic review and meta-analysis. Clin J Am Soc Nephrol. 2022;17(3):403-411.
Tejani A, Fivush BA. Poststreptococcal glomerulonephritis in children. In: Comprehensive Pediatric Nephrology. Philadelphia: Elsevier; 2020;45(2):245-260.
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