Genetics And The Kidneys Flashcards
1
Q
What is ADPKD
A
Autosomal dominant polycystic kidney disease
It is an inherited condition that causes small fluid filled sacs called cysts to develop in the kidneys
2
Q
What are the external manifestations of ADPKD
A
Endothelial dysfunction
Hepatic cysts
Hypertension
Hernias
Reduced sperm motility
Intracranial aneuruysums
Early onset atherosclerosis
Arterial stiffness
Aortic regurgitation
Mitral prolapse
Pancreatic cysts
