Document Type
Article
Publication Date
1-12-2015
Abstract
Polycystic kidney disease (PKD) is the most common life-threatening genetic disease worldwide – affecting about 12.5 million people. Patients with the condition have multiple fluid-filled cysts in their kidneys that lead to a massive enlargement of the organ and gradual worsening of its function, as well as complete failure in many cases. The lack of available treatment means patients may eventually require regular dialysis or a kidney transplant.
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Nauli, S., Atkinson, K.F., & Kathem, S.H. (2015, Jan.). The cell's antenna. International Innovation. Retrieved from http://www.internationalinnovation.com/the-cells-antenna/
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