Which of the following is the characteristic histological feature of HIV associated collapsing glomerulopathy?
Crescent formation
Mesangial deposition
Subepithelial deposition with endothelial cell proliferation
Hyperophy and proliferation of visceral epithelial cells
HIV associated Nephropathy- leads to development of FSGS ( focal segmental glomerulosclerosis ) Most commonly associated with HIV is collapsing glomerulopathy. These patients have rapid kidney deterioration . Histologically, it is associated with hyperophy & proliferation of visceral epithelial cells.
Nephrotic Syndrome