2015年8月27日星期四

What are Complications of Polycystic Kidney Disease

People with Polycystic Kidney Disease have multiple cysts in their kidneys. These cysts invariably increase the size of the kidneys squeezing on surrounding blood vessels. There are numerous complications associated with this disorder including:

1. High blood pressure

Elevated blood pressure is a common complication of Polycystic Kidney Disease. Uncontrolled, or poorly controlled high blood pressure can lead to further damage to your kidneys and increase your risk of stroke and heart disease.

2. Loss of kidney function

This is one of the most serious complications of Polycystic Kidney Disease. As the cysts enlarge, they produce pressure and promote scarring in the unaffected areas of the kidneys, causing hypertension and damages to the kidneys' ability to eliminate wastes from the blood. When the waste products build to toxic levels, end-stage renal disease, or Uremia can be the result. Nearly 50% of patients have kidney failure by age of 60.

3. Develop cysts in the liver

The risk of growing cysts in the liver increases with age. Both men and women develop cysts, but the latter often have larger cysts.

4. Heart valve abnormalities

1/4 of adults with PKD may suffer from mitral valve prolapse. In this case, the valve is unable to close properly, causing lead backward of the blood.

5. Side or back pain

It is a common symptom of persons with PKD, and this chronic pain can also be associated with kidney stone or urinary tract infection.


Treatment for the above complications of Polycystic Kidney Disease should focus on control and inhibit the growth of cysts, and then they will disappear naturally. Combined western medicine and Chinese medicine can guarantee us a better curative effect. Certainly, specific therapy varies with different disease condition. Feel free to contact our online experts who will help you analysis your condition and provide you with the best treatment option.

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