Post Infectious Glomerulonephritis–Rare, but Reversible Cause of Acute Kidney Injury During Pregnancy

De Zoysa HDJ, Weerakkody RM

Abstract

Acute glomerulonephritis caused by Group A beta hemolytic streptococci and other organisms such as staphylococcus and gram negative bacteria is a rare occurrence in pregnancy. It should be considered in differential diagnosis in pregnant lady presenting with body edema, hematuria and reduced urine output.