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Polycystic kidney cysts ablation

Posted by susangail53 @susangail53, May 27 12:52pm

Has anyone had this procedure done? I saw where the Urology Department at the University of Florida does the procedure; however, I don't think my nephrologist would approve. I have been in contact with UF. They told me to have my primary care send a referral. I just need to know if this would work and if the side effects are worse than the procedure. Thanks for your input!

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Ginger, Volunteer Mentor | @gingerw | May 27 1:46pm

@susangail53 Why do you think your nephrologist would not approve the procedure?

Here are a couple of links with more information:
From John Hopkins: https://www.hopkinsmedicine.org/health/treatment-tests-and-therapies/laparoscopic-cyst-ablation
From the PKD Foundation: https://pkdcure.org/research/kidney-cyst-sclerotherapy/
Ginger

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susangail53 | @susangail53 | May 27 3:54pm
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@susangail53 Why do you think your nephrologist would not approve the procedure?

Here are a couple of links with more information:
From John Hopkins: https://www.hopkinsmedicine.org/health/treatment-tests-and-therapies/laparoscopic-cyst-ablation
From the PKD Foundation: https://pkdcure.org/research/kidney-cyst-sclerotherapy/
Ginger

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He wouldn't approve it because I'm not in any pain, as of yet. I am just curious about the procedure and benefits, if any. I appreciate the info!

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