A new study found an association between hydroxychloroquine (HCQ) use and early and long-term benefits on kidney function in people with lupus nephritis, (LN, lupus-related kidney disease). HCQ (known ...

In patients with lupus nephritis, histology and baseline kidney function predict eGFR decline. In patients with lupus nephritis (LN), low baseline estimated glomerular filtration rate (eGFR) and ...

Low proteinuria does not indicate better kidney outcomes or treatment response in patients with lupus nephritis; ...

Hydroxychloroquine use in patients with lupus nephritis was significantly associated with greater improvement in eGFR slope over the first 5 years than over 10 years. Hydroxychloroquine (HCQ) use in ...

A recent dual-cohort study has found that Lupus Low Disease Activity State (LLDAS) is an attainable and effective treatment target for people with lupus nephritis (LN, lupus-related kidney disease).

Dec. 18, 2025 -- At least 1.5 million people in the United States are living with lupus, a chronic and often misunderstood autoimmune disease. What are the most common myths about lupus – and who does ...