A 42-year-old man died of renal insufficiency. Microscopic investigation revealed a proliferation of Bowmans capsule epithelial cells, podocytes and macrophages, resulted in crescents formation, necrosis of capillary loops and fibrin thrombi within their lumens. In addition, the histological study showed sclerosis and hyalinosis of glomeruli, tubular atrophy and stromal fibrosis of kidneys. What of the listed diagnoses the most likely?

GENERALISED LYMPHADENOPATHY

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A 42-year-old man died of renal insufficiency. Microscopic investigation revealed a proliferation of Bowman’s capsule epithelial cells, podocytes and macrophages, resulted in crescents formation, necrosis of capillary loops and fibrin thrombi within their lumens. In addition, the histological study showed sclerosis and hyalinosis of glomeruli, tubular atrophy and stromal fibrosis of kidneys. What of the listed diagnoses the most likely?

A	Subacute glomerulonephritis
B	Acute glomerulonephritis
C	Chronic glomerulonephritis
D	Focal segmental sclerosis

Explanation:

Detailed explanation-1: -Nephritis is an inflammation of the nephrons, which are part of the kidneys. Also known as glomerulonephritis, it can affect kidney function, leading to changes in urine and urination habits and swelling in the hands, feet, and elsewhere.

Detailed explanation-2: -Glomerulonephritis signs and symptoms may include: Pink or cola-colored urine from red blood cells in your urine (hematuria) Foamy or bubbly urine due to excess protein in the urine (proteinuria) High blood pressure (hypertension)

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GENERALISED LYMPHADENOPATHY