ADPKD Talk to Your Doctor Guide
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Autosomal dominant polycystic kidney disease (ADPKD) is the most common type of PKD and one of the most common genetic kidney diseases. About 9 out of every 10 people with PKD have ADPKD. ADPKD causes cysts to grow in your kidneys and can also affect other organs, especially the liver. If you or a family member have kidney disease, find tips on how to talk with your doctor about testing for ADPKD and ways to slow kidney damage if you have ADPKD.