Polycystic kidney disease (PKD) causes round, fluid-filled sacs called cysts to grow in your kidneys. These cysts can cause your kidneys to enlarge and function poorly. People with PKD can also ...

Experts recently developed 23 consensus practice points/statements regarding the use of nephrectomy in autosomal dominant polycystic kidney disease (ADPKD). Regardless of when it was performed in ...

People with autosomal dominant polycystic kidney disease (ADPKD) are at a high risk of developing kidney failure during their lives. Although there are many strategies that can be used to help reduce ...

Premanand Maharaj is facing a serious kidney problem, admitting both his kidneys have failed and he is undergoing dialysis.

SAN DIEGO, California — Treatment with tolvaptan, a currently marketed drug, can slow the progression of autosomal dominant polycystic kidney disease (ADPKD). Although not currently approved for this ...

University of Utah Health has opened a new specialty clinic focused exclusively on treating patients with polycystic kidney disease (PKD). PKD is a genetic condition that causes fluid-filled cysts to ...

Having PKD increases the risk of brain aneurysms. This is due to several factors, including the genetic aspects of PKD and its effect on blood pressure. Polycystic kidney disease (PKD) is a hereditary ...

INDIANAPOLIS — In just a couple of weeks, Marcus and Callie Payne will become mom and dad. “We’re going to be parents,” Callie said with excitement. At nine months pregnant, the couple is anxious to ...

GRAND RAPIDS, Mich. — A Grand Rapids family is spreading the word about an incurable and genetic kidney disease that impacts 600,000 people in the United States, according to the PKD-Free Alliance.

"I have been given a second chance to live a healthy life and be there for my kids and granddaughter." Following her operation and a three-week recovery period in hospital, she continued follow-up ...