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Gene linkage analysis and DNA based detection of autosomal dominant polycystic kidney disease (ADPKD) in a newborn infant. Case report.
Journal of perinatal medicine - 1 Jan 1995
Turco A E, Padovani E M, Peissel B, Chiaffoni G P, Rossetti S, Gammaro L, Maschio G, Pignatti P F
Abstract excerpt
Bilateral polycystic kidneys were detected by ultrasound at 23 weeks gestation in a male fetus. Bilateral renal cysts were subsequently also found in the asymptomatic propositus' mother and grandmother, suggesting the diagnosis of autosomal dominant polycystic kidney disease (ADPKD). The renal ultrasonograms showed cortical cysts with normal or decreased-sized kidneys. Renal function was normal. Seven available...
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