genitourinary disorders
Alport Syndrome
Treatment of Alport Syndrome
Same as that for other causes of chronic kidney disease Kidney transplantation receptor blocker (ARB) has been shown to slow the progression of disease ( Treatment reference ). Its management is similar to that for other causes of Hearing loss and/or ocular impairment are managed with supportive measures (eg, hearing aids). 1.Gross O, Tönshoff B, Weber LT, et al: A multicenter, randomized, placebo-controlled, double-blind phase 3 trial with open-arm comparison indicates safety and efficacy of nephroprotective therapy withramiprilin children with Alport's syndrome.Kidney Int97(6):1275-1286, 2020. doi: 10.1016/j.kint.2019.12.015 