polycystic kidney disease

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Noun polycystic kidney disease has 1 sense

polycystic kidney disease, PKD - kidney disease characterized by enlarged kidneys containing many cysts; often leads to kidney failure
--₁ is a kind of kidney disease, renal disorder, nephropathy, nephrosis

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Polycystic Kidney Disease

Polycystic Kidney Disease (PKD) is a genetic disorder characterized by the development of multiple cysts in the kidneys. It is a progressive condition that can lead to kidney failure if left untreated.

Definition

Noun: A hereditary disorder causing the growth of numerous cysts in the kidneys, leading to organ enlargement, renal dysfunction, and potential failure.

Examples

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My aunt was diagnosed with polycystic kidney disease at the age of 40.
Polycystic kidney disease affects approximately 1 in 1,000 individuals worldwide.
The main symptoms of polycystic kidney disease include abdominal pain and high blood pressure.

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