surgery is not used to treat mild or moderate symptoms of lupus (systemic lupus erythematosus or sle). surgery may be considered for people with lupus who have permanent life-threatening kidney damage. a kidney transplant or kidney dialysis may be done instead of continuing long-term treatment with high doses of medications that have serious side effects. if kidney disease from lupus does not respond to high-dose corticosteroids and other immunosuppressive medications kidney dialysis or transplant are reasonable options. for unknown reasons overall lupus disease activity is often less severe during dialysis and after kidney transplant. webmd medical reference from healthwise this information is not intended to replace the advice of a doctor. healthwise disclaims any liability for the decisions you make based on this information. © 1995-2011 healthwise incorporated. healthwise healthwise for every health decision and the healthwise logo are trademarks of healthwise incorporated.
what surgery options do i have for lupus systemic lupus erythematosus?