Clinical evaluation of strengthening spleen and draining dampness in the treatment of idiopathic membranous nephropathy: a retrospective 10-year follow-up study.

The Strengthening Spleen and Draining Dampness therapy demonstrated robust short- and long-term efficacy in treating IMN, with high rates of remission and renal survival over 10 years. Key factors influencing clinical remission included the duration of TCM treatment, baseline serum albumin levels, the presence of hypertension, and the rate of increase in serum albumin within the first year. These findings suggest that this TCM approach provides a viable long-term treatment option for IMN.