These are instances when many empty spaces are seen within the kidney. The most common type also is the least harmful the “Multicystic Dysplastic Kidney”(MCDK), where one kidney is fully destroyed and replaced with cysts. Since some growths in the newborn kidney also look like this, they all need to be reassessed at birth; a few need removal.
The only remaining kidney can sometimes have a block in its ureter and have hydronephrosis. If so, a CT Urogram and if proved, early surgery may be needed.
If your baby is suspected to have MCDK, do click and upload the reports and text or record your question for an online consultation.
