Congenital Nephrotic Syndrome ? Finish Type #MMPMID27594755
Spahiu L; Merovci B; Jashari H; Kėpuska AB; Rugova BE
Med Arch 2016[Jun]; 70 (3): 232-4 PMID27594755show ga
Introduction:: Identification of the NPHS1 gene, which encodes nephrin, was followed by many studies demonstrating its mutation as a frequent cause of congenital nephrotic syndrome (CNS). While this gene is found in 98% of Finnish children with this syndrome, non-Finnish cases have lower level of incidence ranging from 39 to 80%. Case report:: This report describes the clinical presentation of a two-week-old neonate who presented with periorbital and lower extremities edema, abdominal distention, heavy proteinuria, serum hypoproteinemia and failure to thrive. Genetic analysis revealed NHPS1 gene mutation leading to CNS-Finnish type diagnosis. Conclusion:: Through this case we want to create awareness about diagnosis and treatment challenges in developing countries for rare congenital diseases.