Hyperuricemia Aggravates IgA Nephropathy

Document Type : Letter to Editor

Authors

1 Professor, Medical Plants Research Center, Shahrekord University of Medical Sciences, Shahrekord, Iran

2 General Practitioner, Plants Research Center, Shahrekord University of Medical Sciences, Shahrekord, Iran

3 Professor, Department of Nephrology, School of Medicine, Isfahan University of Medical Sciences, Isfahan, Iran

Abstract

It is well documented that hyperuricemia is an independent risk factor for IgA nephropathy, and appropriate treatment by allopurinol is a reasonable modality in the patients. We believe that, this drug should routinely be included to the treatment of patients with IgA nephropathy. In this regard, to better understand the allopurinol kidney protective properties in IgA nephropathy, clinical studies are suggested.

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Journal of Isfahan Medical School
Volume 31, Issue 253 - Serial Number 253
July and August 2013
Pages 1518-1521

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History

  • Receive Date: 07 June 2013
  • Revise Date: 01 November 2024
  • Accept Date: 06 April 2022

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