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Membranoproliferative GN II   

Overview | Symptoms | Treatment | Prevention

Alternative names:

Membranoproliferative glomerulonephritis (type II); Glomerulonephritis - membranoproliferative (type II); Mesangiocapillary glomerulonephritis (type II); Dense deposit disease; MPGN II

Symptoms

Note: Symptoms are variable.

Signs and Tests

The results of a physical examination vary depending on the symptoms of the disorder. Edema is common, along with signs of fluid overload such as abnormal sounds on auscultation of the heart and lungs. The blood pressure is often elevated.

These tests help confirm the diagnosis:

A kidney biopsy confirms the diagnosis of membranoproliferative glomerulonephritis type II.

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