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KDIGO guideline is the first specifically addressing autosomal dominant polycystic kidney disease (ADPKD) and focuses on some unique aspects of management.

A personalized approach to protein intake for patients with polycystic kidney disease should be based on disease stage, health status, and lifestyle. Protein needs in polycystic kidney disease ...

Autosomal Dominant Polycystic Kidney Disease (ADPKD ... Beyond the kidneys, the disease also impacts the liver, pancreas and blood vessels. “Over time, the kidneys will shut down,” Vanden ...

In its early stages, kidney disease may not cause any symptoms or signs. However, as it progresses, it can cause symptoms such as itchy skin, pruritus, and a rash. Around 35.5 million adults in ...

ABSTRACT: Polycystic kidney disease (PKD) is an autosomal dominant genetic disorder ... In addition to affecting the kidneys, PKD can also cause cysts in other organs, such as the liver, pancreas, and ...