Treatments for Polycystic Kidney Disease in Children
What treatments are available for autosomal dominant Polycystic Kidney Disease (PKD)?
Your child's physician will establish a treatment protocol for autosomal dominant PKD after careful consideration of her symptoms and medical history. Treatment approaches may include:
- pain medication
- surgery to shrink cysts and relieve pain
- treatment for high blood pressure
- treatment for urinary tract infections
- dialysis
- kidney transplantation
What treatments are available for autosomal PKD?
Your child's physician will establish a treatment plan for autosomal recessive PKD only after careful consideration of her symptoms and medical situation. Treatment approaches may include:
- treatment for high blood pressure
- treatment for urinary tract infections
- hormonal therapy
- dialysis
- kidney transplantation
