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Both genes for PKD have been discovered and, I believe, Dr. Stephan Somlow at Yale discovered at least one of them.
Check out this cartoon animation, "The Story of PKD," which tells the story of a complicated disease in an easy-to-understand way. And help also by spreading the word to build greater awareness!
http://www.YouTube.com/user/PKDFoundation
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Is polycystic kidney disease sex-linked?
No, its an autosomal recessive disease.
What is renal polycystitis?
Renal polycystitis typically refers to Polycystic Kidney Disease (PKD). PKD is a genetic kidney disease that causes healthy kidney tissue to be replaced by numerous fluid filled cysts. The disease often leads to kidney failure in a patient's later years.
Polycystic kidney disease is inherited as an autosomal dominant trait that is caused by a defective gene leading to the formation of expanded portions of the kidney tubules cysts and progressive re?
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In 1827 dr richard bright discovered an interesting fact about the kidney what is that fact?
The disease was named after him (Bright's disease) and is covered quite a few kidney disorders including nephritis - inflammation of the kidneys. As we became more sophisticated at diagnosing and understanding kidney diseases, the term Bright's disease fell into disuse.
What is renal cortical cyst?
Renal cortical cysts are fluid filled sacs that develop near the kidneys. Although they can reach sizes of over 15 centimeters, they are usually benign and cause no adverse health problems. . They can, however, be a sign of polycystic kidney disease.
Is polycystic kidney disease sex linked?
There is no much preference of any particular sex, when it comes to polycystic kidney disease, probably.
How often is polycystic kidney disease found in the population?
One in every 500 live birth, suffer from polycystic kidney disease. There are about 12.5 million people, suffering from this disease. That make this disease as one of the most common life threatening genetic disease. Approximately one in 453 or .22% of Americans have polycystic kidney disease. That is about 600,000 Americans.
How does one acquire polycystic kidney disease?
Polycystic disease is a congenital defect in which one or both of the kidneys have numerous large cysts.
Can marijuana be used to help polycystic kidney disease?
Yes
Is polycystic kidney disease sex-linked?
No, its an autosomal recessive disease.
What does kidney disease do?
Polycystic kidney disease is an inherited disorder that causes cysts to be formed on the nephrons, or functioning units, of the kidneys
What is the medical term meaning inherited disorder characterized by an enlargement of the kidneys caused by many bilateral renal cysts?
Polycystic kidney disease is the medical term meaning genetic disorder characterized by the growth of numerous fluid-filled cysts in the kidneys. Over time, these cysts interferer with kidney function.
Where could one find information about polycystic kidney disease?
There are many places where one could find information about polycystic kidney disease. You can find information from your doctor. Or from the Internet. From reading a book or brochure or even from a friend.
What is the medical term meaning genetic disorder characterized by bilateral grape-like clusters of fluid-filled cysts that replace normal renal tissue?
The medical term for this condition is polycystic kidney disease (PKD). It is a genetic disorder characterized by the development of numerous fluid-filled cysts in both kidneys, which can lead to kidney enlargement and loss of normal kidney function over time.
What is a condition called in which the kidneys slowly lose their ability to function?
Chronic kidney (renal) failure.
What is polycystic syndrome?
There are several polycystic syndromes known. Two of the more commonly studied are polycystic ovarian syndrome (PCOS) and polycystic kidney disease (PKD). These diseases form many cysts over an area.
Can Polycystic kidney disease cause chronic kidney failure?
Yes,Polycystic kidney disease causes many cysts (fluid-filled sacs) to develop in the kidneys. The most common type is an inherited condition called autosomal dominant polycystic kidney disease (ADPKD). With ADPKD, problems commonly do not develop until the age of 30-50, with some people never developing any problems. The two common problems that develop are high blood pressure and kidney failure. About half of people with ADPKD develop kidney failure requiring dialysis or a kidney transplant by the age of 60.
