The topic Autosomal Recessive Polycystic Kidney Disease (ARPKD) you are seeking is a synonym, or alternative name, or is closely related to the medical condition Polycystic Kidney Disease.

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• Polycystic Kidney Disease (PKD) is a genetic disorder that results in the growth of numerous cysts (fluid-filled sacs) in both the kidneys, causing them to be enlarged. The enlarged kidneys eventually lead to kidney failure. Cysts may also develop in other organs too, most commonly in the liver
• There are two types of PKD:
  • Autosomal Dominant Polycystic Kidney Disease (ADPKD)
  • Autosomal Recessive Polycystic Kidney Disease (ARPKD)             
• Mutations (alteration in the genes) in PKD1, PKD2, and PKHD1 genes cause ADPKD and ARPKD
• The major risk factor for the condition is having a parent with the disorder. Thus, a family history of Polycystic Kidney Disease increases one’s risk
• This kidney disorder presents with signs and symptoms that include abdominal pain, abdominal mass, blood in the urine, and high blood pressure
• There is no cure for the condition and PKD cannot be prevented. The treatment is directed towards managing the symptoms of the disease
• The prognosis of Autosomal Recessive Polycystic Kidney Disease is not good. Children may die in the neonatal period. However, if they survive infancy, then often a renal transplantation is required at an early age. About half of the individuals with Autosomal Dominant Polycystic Kidney Disease develop kidney failure by the age of 60 years

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