Wondering how to treat chromosomal abnormalities

Patient's question:

26 weeks and more, biparietal diameter 66mm, head circumference 25cm, abdominal circumference 22cm, femur length 46mm, heart rate 153 beats/min, umbilical artery S/D=2.8, placental thickness 26mm, amniotic fluid depth 49mm. The right kidney of the fetus is significantly enlarged, with a size of approximately 48x26mm, and multiple unequal silent dark areas can be seen inside, the largest about 18x15mm. The left kidney of the fetus shows no abnormalities.

Doctor's answer:

Analysis of the condition: Based on your description, your fetus's development is normal, and the right kidney is considered to show signs of polycystic kidney disease. In such cases, it generally does not affect the fetus's kidneys, and you can continue your pregnancy.
Advice: Polycystic kidney disease and polycystic liver disease are both hereditary conditions. Since the right kidney has been identified as polycystic kidney disease in your child, this situation is unlikely to cause adverse effects. If the amniotic fluid is normal, you can rest assured and continue your pregnancy. If you are concerned about potential future adverse effects on your child, you can wait for 2 weeks to monitor any changes in the kidney and then decide whether to continue the pregnancy. This approach is sufficient.

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