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* <spoiler text="What is the pathogenetic mechanism of poststreptococcal glomerulonephritis?">Patients have elevated antibody titers to streptococcal antigens, decreased complement levels, and accumulations of immune complexes and complement in the glomeruli suggesting immune complex mediated glomerular injury. Some streptococcal antigens (endostreptosin and several cationic antigens) have been demonstrated on the glomerular basement membrane. Thus, it is not known for sure if the glomerular damage is caused by circulating antigen antibody complexes, antibodies attacking streptococcal antigens that are attached to the basement membrane, or a combination of both processes. In any event, antibodies bind to antigens, activate complement, and cause damage to the glomeruli.
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== Additional Resources ==
=== Reference ===
* [http://emedicine.medscape.com/article/429314-overview eMedicine Medical Library: Assessment and Management of the Renal Transplant Patient]
* [http://emedicine.medscape.com/article/240337-overview eMedicine Medical Library: Poststreptococcal Glomerulonephritis]
* [http://www.merckmanuals.com/professional/genitourinary_disorders/glomerular_disorders/nephritic_syndrome.html Merck Manual: Nephritic Syndrome]
* [http://www.merckmanuals.com/professional/genitourinary_disorders/chronic_kidney_disease/chronic_kidney_disease.html Merck Manual: Chronic Kidney Disease]
* [http://www.merckmanuals.com/professional/genitourinary_disorders/renal_replacement_therapy/hemodialysis.html Merck Manual: Hemodialysis]
* [http://www.merckmanuals.com/professional/immunology_allergic_disorders/transplantation/kidney_transplantation.html Merck Manual: Kidney Transplantation]
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