Nephrotic-range proteinuria has previously been defined as persisting proteinuria >3,500 mg/24 h, and remission of nephrotic-range proteinuria has been defined as a reduction to <1,000 mg/24 h [9].
The nephrotic syndrome is a clinical entity characterized by massive proteinuria, hypoproteinemia, hypoalbuminemia and hyperlipidemia, with or without edema, hematuria, hypertension and azotemia.
Objective: To evaluate the cumulative incidence of nephrotic-range albuminuria (NRA), the frequency of remission, and the impact on progression, we analyzed data from a prospective cohort study of ...
Nephrotic syndrome is characterized by high levels of protein in the urine, low blood protein levels, swelling, and increased cholesterol levels. The use of ACTH, a hormone produced by the ...