What Is Goodpasture Syndrome?
Reviewed: Dr. Gromatzky
10. Treatment
The aggressive nature of Goodpasture syndrome means that it needs to be treated as quickly as possible if the patient’s life is to be saved. This involves tackling the underlying cause, which itself means drugs that will help to suppress the immune system to weaken its attack on the kidneys and lungs.
Treatment also usually involves removing harmful antibodies from the patient’s blood, and this is achieved thanks to a procedure known as plasmapheresis. Blood transfusions may also be necessary, and some patients will need to be put on a ventilator. Intravenous corticosteroids may also be necessary to help stop any bleeding in the patient’s lungs.
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