Polycystic kidney disease (PKD) causes fluid-filled growths, called cysts, to form in the kidneys.
These cysts disrupt kidney function and can lead to kidney failure.
Over time, the cysts overtake parts of the kidney, which decreases the kidneys ability to function.
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The symptoms of this disease include:
Amniotic fluid is created by the infants kidneys.
If the kidneys are not functioning correctly, less amniotic fluid is created to cushion and support the infant.
Unfortunately, there is no cure for PKD.
These include:
Autosomal recessive polycystic kidney disease affects mostly unborn babies and infants.
National Kidney Foundation.Polycystic Kidney Disease.
National Institute of Diabetes and Digestive and Kidney Diseases.Autosomal Dominant Polycystic Kidney Disease.
Cleveland Clinic.Polycystic Kidney Disease.
National Institute of Diabetes and Digestive and Kidney Diseases.Autosomal Recessive Polycystic Kidney Disease.
