Nephrotic Syndrome Surgery: When and Why?

Most nephrotic syndrome cases don't require surgery. Treatment typically involves medications to reduce urine protein and improve kidney function. Surgery may be necessary for severe complications:

• Severe fluid retention unresponsive to medication: Surgery to remove excess fluid (peritoneal dialysis, hemodialysis).
• Kidney failure: Kidney transplant if kidneys severely damaged.
• Rare complications: Renal vein thrombosis or membranous nephropathy may require affected kidney removal or plasmapheresis to remove harmful antibodies.