Background: Alport syndrome refers to a group of inherited, heterogeneous disorders involving the basement membrane of the kidney and frequently affecting the cochlea and eyes as well. These disorders are the result of mutations in type IV collagen genes. It is a rare disease accounting for approximately 3% of children and 0.2% of adult with end stage renal disease.
Case presentation: He presented with one-year history of inability to hear well with both ears and blurring of vision, and six-month history of recurrent episodes of haematuria. Following the report of renal biopsy, a diagnosis of chronic kidney disease secondary to Alport syndrome was made. He was counselled on the nature of his illness and was commenced on tablet loop diuretics (frusemide 40 mg daily) to improve diuresis and relieve oedema. For blood pressure control and proteinuria, he was placed on tablet amlodipine 10 mg and valsartan 320 mg. He was also placed on haematinics. Dyslipidaemia was treated using atorvastatin 10 mg daily. He was reviewed by the ENT surgeon and ophthalmologist, and presently being followed up in the renal unit.
Conclusion: Renal prognosis in Alport syndrome depends on the kind of mutation causing the condition. Early diagnosis and prompt and early management will help improve prognosis and the patient’s quality of life.

Keywords: Alport syndrome, Heterogeneous disorders, Mutations, End stage renal disease.

Cite this article: Ndu VO, Ujah T, Oko-Jaja R. Alport syndrome in a 32-year-old: a case report. Yen Med J. 2020;2(1):173–178.