Publications by authors named "Kenshi Hattori"
Indication criteria for tonsillectomy in IgA nephropathy patients.
Adv Otorhinolaryngol
January 2012
Article Synopsis
- Proposed criteria for tonsillectomy in patients with IgA nephropathy require a confirmed diagnosis through renal biopsy and specific renal pathology grades.
- Surgery is recommended for patients with mild to moderate renal issues (grade I-III) and lower serum creatinine levels, but can be considered for more severe cases (grade IV) if safe and with patient consent.
- Additional indications include worsened urine findings during tonsillitis and specific local tonsil findings, although these are less established compared to the primary criteria.
Long-term results of tonsillectomy as a treatment for IgA nephropathy.
Acta Otolaryngol Suppl
December 2004
Article Synopsis
- IgA nephropathy (IgAN) is a common kidney disease characterized by IgA deposits, and a study was conducted on 71 patients over 10 years to assess the impact of tonsillectomy.
- The study included two groups: 41 patients who underwent tonsillectomy and 30 who did not, with differences in their age at biopsy and follow-up periods.
- Results showed better outcomes in the tonsillectomy group, indicating higher clinical remission rates, stable renal function, and significantly better renal survival compared to the non-surgical group.