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Polycystic Kidney Disease (PKD) Care

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Polycystic Kidney Disease (PKD) Care

Genetic disorder causing multiple renal cysts and kidney enlargement.

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polycystic kidney disease

What is Polycystic Kidney Disease?

Multiple kidney cysts seen on imaging indicate PKD, often hereditary.
PKD causes kidney cysts and progressive renal decline. Doral Health & Wellness delivers genetic diagnosis, blood pressure control, and advanced therapies to slow progression.

Common Symptoms

  • Enlarged kidneys on ultrasound
  • Flank pain or fullness
  • Blood in urine
  • Hypertension
  • Recurrent UTIs or stones

When to see a nephrologist

  • Diagnosis by family history or imaging
  • Hypertension or CKD onset
  • Pain or bleeding episodes
  • Cyst complications (infection)
  • Pre-transplant/pre-dialysis planning

Early detection is important for managing the condition and preventing further complications.

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Causes and Risk Factors

  • Genetic mutation (PKD1 or PKD2)
  • Family inheritance
  • Age progression
  • Secondary HTN
  • Cyst complications

Diagnosis and Tests

  • Renal ultrasound or MRI
  • Genetic testing
  • Blood pressure and kidney function labs
  • Annual imaging
  • Evaluate liver/pancreas cysts

Treatment Options

  • Blood pressure control (ACE/ARB)
  • Tolvaptan to slow growth
  • Pain and fluid management
  • Infection treatment
  • Dialysis or transplant in later stages

Doral Health & Wellnes Kidney Department

Doral Health & Wellness Nephrology provides comprehensive care for patients with kidney disease. Our nephrologists offer a range of services, including diagnosis, treatment, and management of various kidney conditions. We provide personalized care, using advanced diagnostics and treatment plans, including dialysis and transplantation, to help you manage your kidney health and improve your quality of life.
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