The effects of traditional Chinese botanical medicine on membranous nephropathy
Ming Chen
Membranous nephropathy (MN), an autoimmune glomerulopathy driven by podocyte antigens, is a leading cause of end-stage renal disease (ESRD). However, its pathogenic mechanisms remain incompletely understood. This knowledge gap results in significant physical and psychological burdens for patients worldwide and poses substantial challenges for clinical management. Current conventional treatments for MN are often associated with significant side effects and may not yield satisfactory outcomes. The