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			{{Infobox medical condition
			\| name = Multicystic dysplastic kidney
			\| image = [[File:Multicystic_Dysplastic_kidney_(cropped).png]]
			\| caption = Ultrasound image of a multicystic dysplastic kidney
			\| synonyms = MCDK
			\| field = [[Nephrology]]
			\| symptoms = [[Abdominal mass]], [[hypertension]], [[urinary tract infection]]
			\| complications = [[Chronic kidney disease]], [[hypertension]]
			\| onset = [[Prenatal]]
			\| duration = [[Lifelong]]
			\| causes = [[Developmental abnormality]]
			\| risks = [[Genetic factors]], [[maternal diabetes]]
			\| diagnosis = [[Ultrasound]], [[CT scan]], [[MRI]]
			\| differential = [[Polycystic kidney disease]], [[hydronephrosis]]
			\| prevention = None
			\| treatment = [[Observation]], [[nephrectomy]] if symptomatic
			\| prognosis = Generally good if unilateral
			\| frequency = 1 in 4,000 live births
			}}
			[[File:Ultrasound_Scan_ND_0119092150_0939241.png\|Multicystic dysplastic kidney\|thumb\|left]]
	'''Multicystic Dysplastic Kidney''' (MCDK) is a condition that occurs in the [[kidney]] where multiple [[cyst]]s develop in place of healthy kidney tissue. It is usually diagnosed in infants and children and is a common cause of an [[abdominal mass]] in infants.		'''Multicystic Dysplastic Kidney''' (MCDK) is a condition that occurs in the [[kidney]] where multiple [[cyst]]s develop in place of healthy kidney tissue. It is usually diagnosed in infants and children and is a common cause of an [[abdominal mass]] in infants.

	== Causes ==		== Causes ==
	MCDK is a type of [[renal cystic disease]] that occurs when the kidneys do not develop normally while the baby is in the womb. The exact cause of MCDK is unknown, but it is thought to be related to problems with the [[ureteric bud]], which is responsible for the development of the kidneys and the urinary tract.		MCDK is a type of [[renal cystic disease]] that occurs when the kidneys do not develop normally while the baby is in the womb. The exact cause of MCDK is unknown, but it is thought to be related to problems with the [[ureteric bud]], which is responsible for the development of the kidneys and the urinary tract.

	== Symptoms ==		== Symptoms ==
	The most common symptom of MCDK is a noticeable mass in the baby's abdomen. Other symptoms may include [[pain]], [[blood in the urine]], and [[high blood pressure]]. However, many children with MCDK do not have any symptoms.		The most common symptom of MCDK is a noticeable mass in the baby's abdomen. Other symptoms may include [[pain]], [[blood in the urine]], and [[high blood pressure]]. However, many children with MCDK do not have any symptoms.

	== Diagnosis ==		== Diagnosis ==
	MCDK is usually diagnosed through [[ultrasound]] imaging during pregnancy or after birth. Other diagnostic tests may include a [[CT scan]], [[MRI]], or a [[nuclear medicine scan]].		MCDK is usually diagnosed through [[ultrasound]] imaging during pregnancy or after birth. Other diagnostic tests may include a [[CT scan]], [[MRI]], or a [[nuclear medicine scan]].

	== Treatment ==		== Treatment ==
	There is no cure for MCDK, but the condition can be managed with regular monitoring and treatment of symptoms. In some cases, surgery may be required to remove the affected kidney.		There is no cure for MCDK, but the condition can be managed with regular monitoring and treatment of symptoms. In some cases, surgery may be required to remove the affected kidney.

	== Prognosis ==		== Prognosis ==
	The prognosis for children with MCDK is generally good. Most children do not experience any long-term health problems as a result of the condition. However, they may be at a higher risk of developing [[kidney disease]] later in life.		The prognosis for children with MCDK is generally good. Most children do not experience any long-term health problems as a result of the condition. However, they may be at a higher risk of developing [[kidney disease]] later in life.

	== See also ==		== See also ==
	* [[Kidney disease]]		* [[Kidney disease]]
	* [[Renal cyst]]		* [[Renal cyst]]
	* [[Congenital disorders]]		* [[Congenital disorders]]

	[[Category:Kidney diseases]]		[[Category:Kidney diseases]]
	[[Category:Congenital disorders]]		[[Category:Congenital disorders]]
	[[Category:Pediatrics]]		[[Category:Pediatrics]]

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'''Multicystic Dysplastic Kidney''' (MCDK) is a condition that occurs in the [[kidney]] where multiple [[cyst]]s develop in place of healthy kidney tissue. It is usually diagnosed in infants and children and is a common cause of an [[abdominal mass]] in infants.

== Causes ==
MCDK is a type of [[renal cystic disease]] that occurs when the kidneys do not develop normally while the baby is in the womb. The exact cause of MCDK is unknown, but it is thought to be related to problems with the [[ureteric bud]], which is responsible for the development of the kidneys and the urinary tract.

== Symptoms ==
The most common symptom of MCDK is a noticeable mass in the baby's abdomen. Other symptoms may include [[pain]], [[blood in the urine]], and [[high blood pressure]]. However, many children with MCDK do not have any symptoms.

== Diagnosis ==
MCDK is usually diagnosed through [[ultrasound]] imaging during pregnancy or after birth. Other diagnostic tests may include a [[CT scan]], [[MRI]], or a [[nuclear medicine scan]].

== Treatment ==
There is no cure for MCDK, but the condition can be managed with regular monitoring and treatment of symptoms. In some cases, surgery may be required to remove the affected kidney.

== Prognosis ==
The prognosis for children with MCDK is generally good. Most children do not experience any long-term health problems as a result of the condition. However, they may be at a higher risk of developing [[kidney disease]] later in life.

== See also ==
* [[Kidney disease]]
* [[Renal cyst]]
* [[Congenital disorders]]

[[Category:Kidney diseases]]
[[Category:Congenital disorders]]
[[Category:Pediatrics]]

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