Federal University Teaching Hospital, Owerri, Nigeria.
Igbinedion University Okada, Edo, Nigeria.
Medicine (Baltimore). 2024 May 17;103(20):e38222. doi: 10.1097/MD.0000000000038222.
Multiple sclerosis (MS) is a chronic autoimmune neurological disorder characterized by central nervous system demyelination, leading to various neurological impairments. While the primary focus of research and clinical management has centered on the neurological aspects of MS, emerging evidence suggests a complex interplay between MS and renal disease. This narrative review endeavors to elucidate the intriguing association between MS and renal disease, providing a comprehensive overview of the current knowledge on this topic. Our review begins by outlining the pathophysiology of MS and the diverse mechanisms contributing to its progression. We then delve into renal disease, categorizing the various types and their clinical presentations. This review focuses on exploring the intricate relationship between these seemingly distinct conditions. We analyze existing literature to uncover shared risk factors, potential pathophysiological links, and the impact of MS on renal function. Furthermore, we discuss the clinical presentation and diagnostic challenges in identifying renal disease in MS patients. Importantly, we examine available treatment options and their efficacy in managing renal complications in this unique patient population. The consequences of renal disease on the overall quality of life (QOL) for individuals living with MS are also examined, shedding light on the multifaceted burden of these coexisting conditions.
多发性硬化症(MS)是一种慢性自身免疫性神经系统疾病,其特征为中枢神经系统脱髓鞘,导致各种神经功能损伤。虽然研究和临床管理的主要焦点集中在 MS 的神经系统方面,但新出现的证据表明 MS 与肾脏疾病之间存在复杂的相互作用。本综述旨在阐明 MS 与肾脏疾病之间的这种有趣关联,全面概述该主题的现有知识。
我们的综述首先概述了 MS 的病理生理学以及导致其进展的多种机制。然后,我们深入探讨了肾脏疾病,对各种类型及其临床表现进行了分类。本综述重点探讨了这些看似截然不同的疾病之间的复杂关系。我们分析了现有文献,以揭示共同的风险因素、潜在的病理生理联系以及 MS 对肾功能的影响。此外,我们讨论了在 MS 患者中识别肾脏疾病的临床表现和诊断挑战。重要的是,我们研究了现有的治疗选择及其在管理这一独特患者群体中肾脏并发症方面的疗效。还探讨了肾脏疾病对患有 MS 的个体整体生活质量(QOL)的影响,揭示了这些共存疾病的多方面负担。