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Hypertension and multicystic kidney.

M R Susskind1, K S Kim, L R King

  • 1Division of Urology, Duke University Medical Center, Durham, North Carolina.

Urology
|December 1, 1989
PubMed
Summary

Management of asymptomatic multicystic kidney (MCK) in infants is challenging. Surgical removal of MCK cured hypertension in two infants, suggesting nephrectomy may be preferable to long-term monitoring for these patients.

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Area of Science:

  • Pediatric Nephrology
  • Surgical Management of Renal Lesions

Background:

  • The optimal management for asymptomatic multicystic kidney (MCK) in infants is debated.
  • Nephrectomy in infants carries minimal risk and morbidity.
  • Long-term surveillance with blood pressure monitoring is an alternative to surgery.

Observation:

  • Two infants with MCK experienced hypertension.
  • Hypertension was resolved after surgical removal of the MCK.
  • Accurate infant blood pressure measurement and long-term follow-up are challenging.

Findings:

  • Surgical intervention for MCK can effectively cure associated hypertension in infants.
  • Delayed diagnosis of MCK-induced hypertension due to monitoring difficulties is a concern.
  • Retained MCK can lead to contralateral renal damage and arteriosclerosis.

Implications:

  • Early nephrectomy for MCK may be a more effective strategy than conservative management in preventing hypertension-related complications.
  • Undiagnosed hypertension from retained MCK can have severe long-term consequences.
  • This study highlights the importance of considering MCK as a cause of hypertension in infants.

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