Glomerulocystic Kidney Disease and its rare associations: an autopsy report of two unrelated cases
2007
Glomerulocystic Kidney Disease and its Rare Associations: An Autopsy Report
Sample size: 2
publication
Evidence: low
Author Information
Author(s): Gupta Kirti, Vankalakunti Mahesha, Sachdeva Man Updesh Singh
Primary Institution: Post Graduate Institute of Medical Education and Research, Chandigarh, India
Conclusion
This study describes two unrelated cases of glomerulocystic kidney disease with rare associations.
Supporting Evidence
- Glomerulocystic kidney disease is characterized by cystic dilatation of Bowman's spaces.
- One case was a sporadic form of the disease, while the other was syndromic and non-heritable.
- Associated anomalies in glomerulocystic kidney disease are well documented in literature.
Takeaway
The study looks at two babies with a rare kidney disease that caused cysts in their kidneys, one of whom had other health issues.
Methodology
Autopsy examinations were performed on two cases of glomerulocystic kidney disease.
Limitations
Genetic studies could not be carried out in the cases presented.
Participant Demographics
One case involved a neonate and the other a 17-week aborted fetus.
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