| Literature DB >> 2435236 |
Abstract
A case of histologically documented renal amyloidosis occurring in a boy who had juvenile rheumatoid arthritis is presented. The presenting problem was massive proteinuria resulting in nephrotic syndrome. Secondary amyloidosis is a serious complication of juvenile rheumatoid arthritis and it indicates very poor prognosis.Entities:
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Year: 1986 PMID: 2435236 DOI: 10.1080/02724936.1986.11748456
Source DB: PubMed Journal: Ann Trop Paediatr ISSN: 0272-4936