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Synonyms
Autosomal dominant polycystic kidney disease (ADPKD) is an inherited condition that causes small, fluid-filled sacs called cysts to develop in the kidneys.
Articles for Polycystic kidney disease, autosomal dominant (ADPKD)
Complications
Read about the potentially serious complications associated with autosomal dominant polycystic kidney disease (ADPKD) including liver cysts, cardiovascular disease and brain aneurysms.
Diagnosis
Find out how autosomal dominant polycystic kidney disease (ADPKD) is diagnosed. Urine tests and specialised blood tests are used, plus an ultrasound scan, CT scan or MRI scan.
Introduction
Find out about autosomal dominant polycystic kidney disease (ADPKD), which is an inherited condition that causes small, fluid-filled sacs called cysts to develop in the kidneys.
Symptoms
Read about the symptoms of autosomal dominant polycystic kidney disease (ADPKD), including pain in your abdomen, side or lower back, blood in your urine and kidney stones.
Treatment
Find out how the problems caused by autosomal dominant polycystic kidney disease (ADPKD), such as high blood pressure, pain and kidney stones, can be treated.
