Sign-in to Ask A Doctor - 24x7
OR
Sign in with GoogleGet your health question answered instantly from our pool of 18000+ doctors from over 80 specialties
Suggest Treatment For Multiple Cysts In Both The Kidneys
Hi
My father has been diagnosed with Chronic Kidney Disease, due to multiple cysts in both his kidneys. we started the treatment around 6 months back when the blood creatinine 3.2, inspite of the the medication and diet control, his creatinine level constantly increased and now the in the latest report taken yesterday it stands at 12.1. The blood urea is 138. Doctors have recommended dialysis and ultimately transplant.
Is it the only way out? I have heard of newer techniques of transplant involving removal of spleen in the process also i have heard of use of embryonic stem cells. I came across an article on steroid free kidney transplant. Please guide me on the course of action to be followed.
My father has been diagnosed with Chronic Kidney Disease, due to multiple cysts in both his kidneys. we started the treatment around 6 months back when the blood creatinine 3.2, inspite of the the medication and diet control, his creatinine level constantly increased and now the in the latest report taken yesterday it stands at 12.1. The blood urea is 138. Doctors have recommended dialysis and ultimately transplant.
Is it the only way out? I have heard of newer techniques of transplant involving removal of spleen in the process also i have heard of use of embryonic stem cells. I came across an article on steroid free kidney transplant. Please guide me on the course of action to be followed.
Mon, 21 Nov 2016
Hello and welcome to HCM. As an Urologist and kidney transplant surgeon,i can understand your anxiety. You've not written his age,which's important.
In CKD,there are only two options: 1.Transplant or 2.Dialysis: hemo or PD.
With the level of kidney function your father has,he will need hemodialysis.
Then consider a transplant. Steroids are given routinely, initially.
Recently,certain centers are trying to stop the steroids early,as it has side-effects. Other anti-rejection drugs are given for a lifetime,without steroids.
If you've any doubts,send all reports, as a direct question to me.
Dr.Matthew J. Mangat.
In CKD,there are only two options: 1.Transplant or 2.Dialysis: hemo or PD.
With the level of kidney function your father has,he will need hemodialysis.
Then consider a transplant. Steroids are given routinely, initially.
Recently,certain centers are trying to stop the steroids early,as it has side-effects. Other anti-rejection drugs are given for a lifetime,without steroids.
If you've any doubts,send all reports, as a direct question to me.
Dr.Matthew J. Mangat.
I find this answer helpful
Note: For further queries related to kidney problems and comprehensive renal care, talk to a Nephrologist. Click here to Book a Consultation.
Disclaimer: These answers are for your information only and not intended to replace your relationship with your treating physician.
This is a short, free answer.
For a more detailed, immediate answer, try our premium service
[Sample answer]
Related questions you may be interested in
Recent questions on Kidney transplantation
Loading Online Doctors....