What is the MEST-C scoring system?

MEST-C scores Oxford Classification pathological features: Mesangial hypercellularity (M0/M1), Endocapillary hypercellularity (E0/E1), Segmental sclerosis (S0/S1), Tubular atrophy/interstitial fibrosis (T0/T1/T2), and Crescents (C0/C1/C2).

What clinical factors predict IgA nephropathy progression?

Proteinuria >1g/day, eGFR <60 mL/min/1.73m², hypertension, hematuria, and adverse MEST-C features (T1/T2 especially) all predict faster progression to ESRD.

IgA Nephropathy Risk Score

Estimate the risk of renal function decline in IgA nephropathy using the International IgA Nephropathy Prediction Tool, incorporating clinical and pathological MEST-C features.

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