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Opinion|Videos|October 4, 2024

Urgency to Treat in Lupus Nephritis: Goals of Therapy and Early Diagnosis Strategies

Panelists discuss the goals of therapy for lupus nephritis (LN), emphasizing the urgency of treatment to prevent renal flares and the consequences of untreated LN, as well as strategies for increasing early diagnosis and screening in patients with systemic lupus erythematosus.

Episodes in this series
  • What are the goals of therapy for patients with lupus nephritis (LN)? What does urgency to treat mean in LN?
    • What are the consequences of untreated LN or renal flares?

Objective: Examine strategies for early diagnosis/screening, updated treatment guidelines, and treatment and payer considerations to optimize lupus nephritis management and address patient access challenges.

  • What strategies have you found effective in increasing the screening and early diagnosis of LN in patients with either diagnosed or suspected systemic lupus erythematosus (SLE)?
    • Who are these patients who should be screened for LN?

How can payers support screening for LN in patients with SLE?

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