10. Cystic Diseases Of The Kidney Flashcards
1
Q
what is adult cystic kidney disease?
A
Cysts develop anywhere in kidney
They compress the surrounding parenchyma and impair renal function
2
Q
How do patients with poly cystic kidney disease present?
A
30-40 years
Hypertension, acute loin pain
Haematuria
Bilateral palpable kidneys
3
Q
What do patients with polycystic kidney disease go on to develop?
A
CKD
4
Q
What are the cysts lined with?
A
Cuboidal epithelium
5
Q
What does the treatment for polycystic kidney disease involve?
A
Controlling BP
Looking at fluid/salt intake
If end stage renal disease develops may need dialysis
