BK virus-induced tubulointerstitial nephritis in a child with acute lymphoblastic leukemia.

Inaba, Hiroto; Jones, Deborah P; Gaber, Lillian W; Shenep, Jerry L; Call, Sandra K; Pui, Ching-Hon; Razzouk, Bassem I · J Pediatr · 2007

case_report · Level V

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Abstract

We report a case of BK virus-induced tubulointerstitial nephritis in a child with acute lymphoblastic leukemia. Primary BK virus infection was exacerbated by chemotherapy-induced immunodeficiency. Careful administration of chemotherapy and anti-viral therapy prevented further damage. This diagnosis should be considered in children who experience renal dysfunction during cancer treatment.

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