5. Nephrotic Syndrome, Minimal Change Disease (MCD) - Silver
Stain
The glomerulus shows normal mesangial cellularity, with normal open
tufts. The basement membrane is of uniform thickness. No inflammation
is seen. The tubules are of normal shape and size. The interstitium
is also unremarkable. MCD is the most common cause of nephrotic
syndrome in children. Could MCD involve adults?
Answer
Compare this image with membranous GN (Images 1and 2). What does the
IF look like in MCD?
Answer
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