Histopathological Pattern of Kidney Diseases Among HIV-Infected Treatment-Naïve Patients in Kano, Nigeria.

Kidney involvement is still a form of presentation among HIV-infected treatment-naïve patients and though a wide range of glomerular and tubulointerstitial lesions may be seen, FSGS and HIVAN are still the most common. We recommend assessment of kidney function, including urinalysis, as part of the routine evaluation of newly diagnosed HIV patients and biopsy where indicated to prognosticate and institute appropriate early treatment.