Abstract: SA-PO751
Steroid-Resistant Minimal Change Disease Induced by Waldenstrom Macroglobulinemia
Session Information
- Glomerular Diseases: Podocyte Biology - II
November 05, 2022 | Location: Exhibit Hall, Orange County Convention Center‚ West Building
Abstract Time: 10:00 AM - 12:00 PM
Category: Glomerular Diseases
- 1304 Glomerular Diseases: Podocyte Biology
Authors
- Pham, Tin T., HCA Healthcare Graduate Medical Education, Orlando, Florida, United States
- Carilli, Allison, Orlando VA Healthcare System, Orlando, Florida, United States
- Vanbeek, Christine A., AmeriPath Inc, Oklahoma City, Oklahoma, United States
- Martinez Osorio, Jorge Ivan, Orlando VA Healthcare System, Orlando, Florida, United States
Introduction
Waldenstrom’s macroglobulinemia (WM) is an IgM-secreting B-cell lymphoproliferative disorder associated with a variety of renal manifestations. Glomerular pathology in WM most commonly occurs because of direct monoclonal protein deposition resulting in light chain amyloidosis, cryoglobulinemic glomerulonephritis, or non-cryoglobulinemic membranoproliferative glomerulonephritis. Minimal Change Disease (MCD) rarely develops in the setting of non-Hodgkin lymphomas (NHLs) including WM. We present a case of steroid resistant MCD induced by WM requiring the use of cytotoxic agents with successful remission achieved of nephrotic syndrome.
Case Description
67-year-old man, with history of hyperlipidemia was evaluated for acute onset of anasarca, asthenia, and weight gain of 40 lbs. He had heavy proteinuria (12 grams), hypoalbuminemia (1.0 grams/dL), and normal serum creatinine level (1.1 mg/dL). Serum protein electrophoresis showed 2 M spikes (one IgM kappa, one IgM lambda). Serum free light chain ratio was normal at (1.42). PCR for gene mutation was positive. Bone marrow biopsy revealed a mildly hypercellular bone marrow (60%) with involvement by a B-cell lymphoproliferative disorder. Renal biopsy showed MCD. He was started on prednisone 80 mg that was tapered to 60 mg over 4 months. However, he had persistent fatigue, lower extremity edema, and ongoing proteinuria (7 to 14 grams). On repeat renal biopsy, there was extensive podocyte foot process effacement, consistent with MCD. The treatment was transitioned to 6 cycles of rituximab, cyclophosphamide, and corticosteroids. The patient reported remarkable improvement in fatigue and lower extremity edema by the middle of his treatment. After finishing the full treatment course, he had complete resolution of proteinuria, stable serum creatinine (1.1 mg/dL), and normalization of serum albumin (3.8 g/dL).
Discussion
MCD is a rare renal manifestation of WM. Although the lesion is not due to direct monoclonal protein deposition, it may be related to other factors secreted by the tumor. MCD in the setting of NHL is often steroid-sensitive. However, this case demonstrates that cytotoxic agents and monoclonal antibodies may be required to achieve complete remission.