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Multicystic dysplastic kidney: is nephrectomy still appropriate?

A C Gordon1, D F Thomas, R J Arthur

  • 1Department of Pediatric Surgery, General Infirmary, Leeds, England.

The Journal of Urology
|November 1, 1988
PubMed
Summary

Multicystic kidney, a common renal anomaly, is often undetected prenatally. This study suggests spontaneous regression, making routine infant removal inappropriate.

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Area of Science:

  • Pediatric Nephrology
  • Medical Imaging
  • Congenital Anomalies

Background:

  • Multicystic kidney (MCK) is a significant congenital renal anomaly.
  • Prenatal diagnosis has increased MCK detection rates.
  • The natural history and long-term implications of MCK require further elucidation.

Purpose of the Study:

  • To evaluate the impact of prenatal diagnosis on the management of multicystic kidney.
  • To assess the incidence and clinical presentation of unilateral MCK.
  • To investigate the natural history and potential complications of MCK.

Main Methods:

  • Retrospective analysis of 25 cases diagnosed with multicystic kidney.
  • Review of clinical data, including prenatal diagnosis and postnatal follow-up.

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  • Ultrasound re-evaluation to assess spontaneous involution.
  • Main Results:

    • Unilateral MCK incidence is 1 in 4,300 live births.
    • Prenatal diagnosis identified the majority of MCK cases.
    • Ultrasound indicated spontaneous involution in several cases.
    • Hypertension and malignancy are infrequent complications.

    Conclusions:

    • Prenatal diagnosis has revolutionized MCK management.
    • MCK often undergoes spontaneous involution, suggesting conservative management.
    • Routine surgical removal of MCK in infancy is no longer indicated.