Which complication or association is classically linked with IgA vasculitis (Henoch-Schonlein purpura)?
Answer and explanation
Correct answer: D. Renal involvement with nephritis
- Step 1: Renal involvement with nephritis is classically linked with IgA vasculitis (Henoch-Schonlein purpura).
Answer
Renal involvement with nephritis.
Why not the others: 'Rheumatic carditis': it follows streptococcal infection. 'Haemophilic haemarthrosis': it follows factor deficiency. 'Splenic sequestration': it follows sickle cell disease.
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