Aug 26, 2025 · Polycystic kidney disease (PKD) is a condition in which clusters of cysts grow in the body, mainly in the kidneys. Over time, the cysts may cause the kidneys to get bigger and stop working.

The PKD Foundation is the only organization in the U.S. solely dedicated to finding treatments and a cure for polycystic kidney disease (PKD) and improving the lives of those it affects.

PKD is a general term for two types, each having its own pathology and genetic cause: autosomal dominant polycystic kidney disease (ADPKD) and autosomal recessive polycystic kidney disease …

Nov 14, 2025 · Polycystic kidney disease (PKD) causes fluid-filled cysts in the kidneys, leading to kidney damage and failure. Learn about symptoms, risks, and treatments.

Apr 24, 2025 · Polycystic kidney disease (PKD) is a common genetic disorder that causes fluid-filled cysts to grow in your kidneys. Over time, these cysts can prevent your kidneys from working properly …

What is PKD? Polycystic kidney disease is a genetic disorder that causes many cysts to grow in the kidneys. PKD cysts cause high blood pressure and problems with blood vessels in the brain and …

Nov 19, 2025 · Polycystic kidney disease (PKD) is an inherited disorder in which clusters of fluid-filled cysts gradually develop within the kidneys. As these cysts enlarge and multiply, they damage the ...

Sep 24, 2024 · Polycystic kidney disease (PKD) is a genetic disorder that causes cysts to grow in the kidneys. Health complications include high blood pressure and kidney failure. Most people with PKD …

Polycystic kidney disease is a hereditary disorder in which many fluid-filled sacs (cysts) form in both kidneys. The kidneys grow larger but have less functioning tissue. Polycystic kidney disease is …

What is polycystic kidney disease? Polycystic kidney disease (PKD) is a genetic condition marked by the growth of numerous cysts (fluid-filled sacs) in the kidneys. The cysts become larger and the kidneys …