Steroid response in primary childhood nephrotic syndrome in a tropical african environment
Conclusion: This study has shown a better steroid sensitivity of 63.3% in children with primary NS compared with the previously reported 36.8-42.9% in patients with highly selective proteinuria. This improved steroid response and zero mortality show a remarkable departure from the past.
Source: Nigerian Journal of Clinical Practice - Category: Rural Health Authors: AO Asinobi AD Ademola OO Ogunkunle Source Type: research
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