Platelet Indices in Children with Nephrotic Syndrome
Simin Sadeghi-Bojd,
Alireza Teimouri,
Elham Zarifi
Abstract:Background: Nephrotic syndrome is a prevalent kidney disease characterized by a significant risk of morbidity. Objectives: The present study aimed to assess the mean platelet volume in children with nephrotic syndrome and controls and compare the groups of patients. Methods: This case-control study was conducted in the pediatric nephrology ward at Zahedan University, Iran, on 491 participants consisting of 333 children with idiopathic nephrotic syndrome and 156 healthy children. Changes in platelet count and m… Show more
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