Glomerulonephritis
This module describes the aetiology, pathology and clinical manifestations of glomerulonephritis (GN). It provides information on the pathophysiology, prognosis, and management strategies of various types of glomerulonephritis.
Format
Self-Paced Online
Course
Author
Professor Alan Salama
Duration
2 hours
Audience
Nephrologists and Medical Professionals
Learning objectives
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The aetiology, pathology and clinical manifestations of the various types of glomerulonephritis (GN)
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The pathophysiology of the underlying systemic disease leading to GN
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The natural history/prognosis of the various types of GN
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Key points to look for in the investigation of a patient with GN at presentation/diagnosis
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Available and recommended management strategies in short and long term
About the course series
This course has been developed for trainee nephrologists and others in the UK nephrology community. This module is part of the CKD eLearning course composed of multiple modules that have been developed to encompass key elements of the syllabus for the Speciality Training Curriculum for Renal Medicine, as developed by the Joint Royal Colleges of Physicians Training Board.
This eLearning course is a collaboration between the UK Kidney Association and Astellas to develop robust and engaging modular content that aims to deliver maximum educational benefit to trainee nephrologists and others in the UK nephrology community.