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Pathology Polycystic Kidney Disease 1e23f53c

Which of the following statements is wrong regarding adult polycystic kidney disease?

A
Kidneys are enlarged in size
B
The presentation is unilateral
C
Patients tend to have external congenital anomalies
D
Mitral valve prolapse may be there
High-Yield Explanation
Autosomal Dominant (Adult) Polycystic Kidney Disease Hereditary disorder Multiple expanding cysts of both kidneys that leads to destruction of renal parenchyma. Bilateral. Gross appearance : The kidneys are bilaterally enlarged and weighs as much as 4 kg each. Microscopic examination: Functioning nephrons dispersed between the cysts. Individuals with polycystic kidney disease also tend to have extra-renal congenital anomalies. Mitral valve prolapse

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