Polycystic Kidney Disease is a medical term used to explain a kidney disorder which is usually passed down through families in which many cysts form in the kidneys and further get enlarged.
Quick Facts
It is a genetic disorder characterized by the growth of numerous cysts in the kidneys
Cause kidney enlargement
Disturbs the normal functionality of kidneys
Leads to kidney failure in extreme cases
Can also cause cysts in the liver and problems in other organs, such as blood vessels in the brain and heart
There are two types of Polycystic Kidney Disease
Autosomal dominant PKD - A most common inherited form.
Autosomal recessive PKD - A rare inherited form.
Treatment usually include Blood pressure medicines, Diuretics and Low-salt diet
