Autosomal dominant polycystic kidney disease

Case contributed by Bahman Rasuli
Diagnosis certain

Presentation

Abdominal ultrasound revealed numerous bilateral renal cysts.

Patient Data

Age: 35 years
Gender: Male

Both kidneys are markedly enlarged and replaced by innumerable cysts, consistent with known and established autosomal dominant polycystic kidney disease. 

 No cysts were seen in the spleen, liver, or pancreas. 

Case Discussion

A typical case of autosomal dominant polycystic kidney disease (ADPKD) in a 35-year-old patient. There is no increased risk for renal cell carcinoma (RCC) unless the patient is undergoing prolonged dialysis, unlike in some other congenital cystic kidney diseases.

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