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Polycystic Kidney Disease Treatments and Therapies |
PKD |
Polycystic kidney disease (PKD) is a progressive, genetic disorder of the kidneys. It occurs in humans and other organisms. PKD is characterised by the presence of multiple cysts (polycystic) in both kidneys. The disease can also damage the liver, pancreas and rarely the heart and brain. The two major forms of polycystic kidney disease are distinguished by their patterns of inheritance. Autosomal dominant polycystic kidney disease (ADPKD) is generally a late onset disorder characterized by ...
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Complications
... High blood pressure is a common complication of polycystic kidney disease. Untreated, high blood pressure can cause further damage to your kidneys and increase your risk of heart disease and stroke. L...
Source: MayoClinic
Treatment ... Treating polycystic kidney disease involves dealing with the following signs, symptoms and complications: High blood pressure. Controlling high blood pressure may delay the progression of the disease ...
Source: MayoClinic
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Resources
- Directory of Kidney and Urologic Diseases Organizations (National Institute of Diabetes and Digestive and Kidney Diseases)
- Kidney and Urologic Disease Statistics for the United States (National Institute of Diabetes and Digestive and Kidney Diseases)
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