Background Idiopathic nephrotic syndrome (INS) is the most common form of nephrotic syndrome (NS) in children. It is often associated with minimal change disease (MCD). Corticosteroid therapy is the initial treatment, but many patients experience relapses, leading to steroid-dependent nephrotic syndrome (SDNS) or frequently relapsing steroid-sensitive nephrotic syndrome (FR-SSNS).
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