Polycystic kidney disease

Background

  • Multisystemic and progressive disorder resulting in renal cysts and renal enlargement
  • Hereditary disorder, autosomal dominant
  • Accounts for ~2% of new cases of renal failure each year

Mortality

Clinical Features

Differential Diagnosis

Evaluation

Bedside ultrasound shows multiple renal cysts consistent with patient history of PKD[1]

Management

Disposition

See Also

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