title: Congenital nephrotic syndrome.
abstract: When presented with an edematous infant who may be experiencing a severe infection, particularly an unusual one, it is important to include nephrotic syndrome in the differential diagnosis. Because drastic measures may be required to manage this illness, it is important to be able to recognize symptoms, compile needed diagnostic data, and commence appropriate treatment. A referred pediatric nephrologist can aid in diagnosis, direct management, and educate and support parents. The nephrologist is also instrumental in guiding ongoing care and preparing the infant for transplantation when it becomes necessary.
authors.affiliation: University of Wisconsin Children's Hospital, USA.
authors.forename: Lori Williams
authors.initials: LW
authors.lastname: Jackson
mesh_terms: D000806:Angiotensin-Converting Enzyme Inhibitors / Q000627:therapeutic use; D000893:Anti-Inflammatory Agents / Q000627:therapeutic use; D000894:Anti-Inflammatory Agents, Non-Steroidal / Q000627:therapeutic use; D015984:Causality; D003937:Diagnosis, Differential; D004232:Diuretics / Q000627:therapeutic use; D020022:Genetic Predisposition to Disease / Q000235:genetics; D006801:Humans; D007231:Infant, Newborn; D007239:Infections / Q000150:complications; D015931:Intensive Care, Neonatal; D016030:Kidney Transplantation; D017283:Neonatal Nursing; D009392:Nephrectomy; D009398:Nephrology; D009404:Nephrotic Syndrome / Q000145:classification / Q000151:congenital* / Q000175:diagnosis / Q000628:therapy*; D010166:Palliative Care; D011379:Prognosis; D035583:Rare Diseases; D012017:Referral and Consultation; D006435:Renal Dialysis
chemical_list: D000806:Angiotensin-Converting Enzyme Inhibitors; D000893:Anti-Inflammatory Agents; D000894:Anti-Inflammatory Agents, Non-Steroidal; D004232:Diuretics