Polycystic Kidney Disease (PKD)

PKD( Kidney Disease) is a kind of hereditary disease. It is a genetic cystic disorder of the kidneys. pdk is characterized by numerous cysts with varying sizes. These fluid-filled sacs will enlarge and increase along with age and oppress surrounding tissues and finally damage renal structure and functions and lead to renal failure. This disease can also affect the liver, pancreas and in some rare cases, the heart and brain. There are two types of PKD: autosomal dominant polycystic kidney disease(ADPKD) and autosomal recessive polycystic kidney disease(ARPKD) according to different hereditary modes. ARPKD is much more rare in clinic.

Did you know that African Americans are 3 times more likely to experience kidney failure? Because kidney disease often has no symptoms, it can go unnoticed until it is very advanced. But there's good news. Taking steps to live a healthy lifestyle can go a long way towards reducing risk, and early detection and treatment can slow or prevent the progression of kidney disease. Get started below.