Cystic kidney diseases | Malformations of the kidney

Cystic kidney diseases A much more problematic malformation than, for example, a lowered or horseshoe kidney is cystic kidney disease, (cysts are generally hollow spaces filled with fluid) in which the kidney is interspersed with cysts, thereby disturbing the structure and thus the function of the kidney. This malformation often leads to kidney failure, which … Cystic kidney diseases | Malformations of the kidney

Therapy | Malformations of the kidney

Therapy Especially in cystic kidney disease, early detection of the disease or malformation is necessary to treat renal insufficiency. In the course of the treatment, the kidneys are regularly examined by ultrasound. The determination of kidney values in the laboratory also indicates a further deterioration in kidney function. Furthermore, substances such as non-steroidal anti-inflammatory drugs … Therapy | Malformations of the kidney

Malformations of the kidney

The kidney is a complex organ with many important tasks for the human body. As an excretory organ, it helps to get rid of unimportant or even harmful substances in the body, keeps the water balance in equilibrium, is an important contributor to blood pressure regulation and ensures that our mineral balance and acid-base balance … Malformations of the kidney