How are these different types of renal conditions and diseases treated?
Renal agenesis: There is no specific treatment for renal agenesis. Dietary precautions are likely to have a limited influence on the remaining single kidney and are not practical to be maintained long term. Restriction in contact sports is recommended, along with avoiding activity that places the individual at substantial risk due to injury (e.g., motorcycle riding, all-terrain vehicles and trampolines). Your doctor should discuss with you appropriate restrictions and limitations. Renal hypoplasia: There is no treatment for renal hypoplasia. Any associated ureteral problems should be treated to reduce the risk of infection and rapid decrease in kidney function. Unfortunately, this will not reverse the process of hypoplasia. Therapy consists of maintaining fluid and electrolyte balance and correcting abnormal acidity levels in the blood. Autosomal recessive polycystic kidney disease (ARPK): There is no cure for ARPK. Treatment for this childhood illness focuses on supportive measures —
