Familial steroid-resistant nephrotic syndrome with sensorineural deafness

A rare, genetic coenzyme Q10 deficiency characterized by sensorineural deafness and severe, progressive nephrotic syndrome not responding to steroid treatment. Clinical manifestations include early onset proteinuria, hypoalbuminemia and edema, leading to end-stage renal disease. The renal biopsy reveals focal segmental glomerulosclerosis and diffuse mesangial sclerosis. Rarely, seizures, ataxia and dysmorphic features have been described.