Polyclonal gammopathy related to renal bleeding in a peritoneal dialysis patient / 소아과
Korean Journal of Pediatrics
;
: 304-307, 2013.
Article
in English
| WPRIM
| ID: wpr-12393
ABSTRACT
Polyclonal gammopathy represents the diffuse activation of B cells and is usually related to inflammation or immune-related diseases. However, the mechanisms leading to polyclonal gammopathy are essentially speculative. Generally, infectious, inflammatory, or various other reactive processes may be indicated by the presence of a broad-based peak or band in the gamma region on serum protein electrophoresis results. A 15-year-old girl, who had been receiving peritoneal dialysis, presented with polyclonal gammopathy and massive gross hematuria. Renal artery embolization was performed, after which the continuous bleeding subsided and albumin-globulin dissociation resolved. This is a rare case of polyclonal gammopathy related to renal bleeding.
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WPRIM (Western Pacific)
Main subject:
Renal Artery
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B-Lymphocytes
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Peritoneal Dialysis
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Dissociative Disorders
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Electrophoresis
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Hematuria
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Hemorrhage
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Inflammation
Limits:
Child
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Humans
Language:
English
Journal:
Korean Journal of Pediatrics
Year:
2013
Type:
Article
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