Nephropathy caused by Chinese herbs in the UK.
case_report · Level V
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Abstract
The use of Chinese herbal remedies is increasing in the UK. We report the presence of a nephrotoxic compound in herb samples, which led to end-stage renal failure in two patients. We suggest that use of these products is regulated more tightly.
Medical subject headings
- Aristolochic Acids
- Drugs, Chinese Herbal
- Eczema
- Kidney Failure, Chronic
- Phenanthrenes