Patient's question:
I have polycystic kidney disease (PKD) inherited from my family through multiple generations. My baby has also been diagnosed with PKD, and I feel so heartbroken. I don't want my baby to suffer. At what age does PKD start to swell? Are there any treatment methods?Doctor's answer:
Smaller simple renal cysts grow slowly, have little interference with kidney function, and have a low probability of malignant transformation, requiring only irregular careful observation. For simple renal cysts with a diameter greater than 4 cm, rapidly decreasing cysts, or those suspected of malignant transformation, surgical treatment should be considered. If laparoscopic surgery is needed, it has minimal trauma, effective treatment, low risk, rapid postoperative recovery, short hospital stay, beautiful wound healing, and a low recurrence rate.