Multicystic dysplastic kidney

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(EUROCAT Q61.40-Q61.41) | ICD9 = | ICDO = | OMIM = | MedlinePlus = | eMedicineSubj = radio | eMedicineTopic = 458 | MeshID = |Multicystic dysplastic kidney (MCDK) is a condition that results from the malformation of the kidney during fetal development. The kidney consists of irregular cysts of varying sizes and has zero function.

Epidemiology

In the United States, the incidence of MCDK is estimated to be 1 in every 2400 live births.http://www.childrensmemorial.org/depts/fetalhealth/Fetal_MCDK.asp 1

Diagnosis

MCDK is usually diagnosed by ultrasound examination before birth.

Treatment

MCDK is not treatable. However, the patient is observed periodically for the first few years during which ultrasounds are generally taken to ensure the healthy kidney is functioning properly and that the unhealthy kidney is not causing adverse effects.

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