Interstitial nephritis with reversible renal failure due to a copper-containing intrauterine contraceptive device

Nephron. 1992;61(1):111-3. doi: 10.1159/000186847.

Abstract

A 41-year-old woman was admitted to the hospital because of renal failure requiring hemodialysis treatment. Renal biopsy revealed active chronic interstitial nephritis. Renal function nearly normalized after removal of a copper-containing intrauterine device (IUCD). We conclude that copper-IUCDs may lead to renal failure in women with copper allergy.

Publication types

  • Case Reports

MeSH terms

  • Acute Kidney Injury / etiology*
  • Acute Kidney Injury / pathology
  • Acute Kidney Injury / therapy
  • Adult
  • Copper
  • Drug Hypersensitivity
  • Female
  • Humans
  • Intrauterine Devices, Copper / adverse effects*
  • Kidney / pathology*
  • Nephritis, Interstitial / etiology*
  • Nephritis, Interstitial / pathology
  • Nephritis, Interstitial / therapy
  • Renal Dialysis
  • Skin Tests

Substances

  • Copper