Will a Baby with Polycystic Kidney Disease Have Offspring with the Same Condition?

Question

A newborn has been diagnosed with polycystic kidney disease, and parents are worried if they have another child, the child will inherit the same condition.

Answer

For the treatment of polycystic kidney disease, surgery is considered the most effective method, while medication treatment has limited effects. After surgery, it is important to pay attention to wound infection issues and to appropriately supplement protein to promote wound healing.