Currently available data report a high risk for recurrence of C3G in renal allografts for both DDD and C3GN patients.
Prediction of transplantation outcomes are complex. Important factors include sex, age, genotype, autoantibodies, and the current status of complement dysregulation. Age at transplantation seems to have a large effect on graft survival.
There are no specific treatment guidelines for C3G and current recommendations to guide decisions surrounding kidney transplantation are based on expert opinion and case reports, all of which support the value of genetic studies and complement evaluations prior to transplantation.
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Cite this: A. Brent Alper. Fast Five Quiz: C3G Management - Medscape - Apr 24, 2023.
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