Podocyte exopher-formation as a novel pathomechanism in membranous nephropathy
K. Lahme, W. Sachs, S. Froembling, M. Brehler, D. Loreth, K. Surmann, S. Gaffling, U. Wedekind, V. Boettcher-Dierks, M. R. Adler, P. J. Saez, C. Conze, R. Thuenauer, S. Skuza, K. Neitzel, , C. Meyer-Schwesinger
This study identifies podocyte exopher-formation as a novel mechanism for removing antigen/autoantibody aggregates in membranous nephropathy, with potential for non-invasive monitoring.
bioRxiv · Apr 4, 2024 · PreprintCell Biology