Kidney Disease (Nephrology)

Polycystic Kidney Disease (PKD) Center of Excellence

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The UCSF Polycystic Kidney Disease (PKD) Center of Excellence is dedicated to providing comprehensive, cutting-edge care to patients with polycystic kidney disease, or PKD. PKD is the fourth leading cause of kidney failure, and more than half of people with PKD will develop kidney failure by the age of 50.

Because PKD can affect many organ systems in addition to the kidneys, our center is experienced in navigating all medical conditions related to PKD. Our team includes experts from many different specialties – including nephrology, hepatology, cardiology, radiology, reproductive endocrinology and infertility, and maternal-fetal medicine – as well as a dedicated dietitian and genetic counselor. Our patients benefit from the most up-to-date diagnostic and treatment options, including advanced imaging technologies to monitor progression of the disease.

As a growing hub for PKD research, we are also working toward developing new therapies. Find out more about our clinical research.

Support us

Your contributions will help us realize our vision for this innovative PKD Center of Excellence and make considerable strides toward finding a cure for PKD.

To make a contribution, visit us here.

To find out more about giving opportunities, contact Craig Matthews, assistant director of development, at [email protected] or (415) 514-1137.

A gift of any size helps advance the center and provides important support for our most pressing needs. On behalf of the UCSF Division of Nephrology, thank you for your interest in our work.

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    Conditions we treat

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    Fecal Microbiota Transplant National Registry

    The safety of FMT is currently the greatest concern related to its use, and characterizing the safety of FMT and subsequent gut-related-microbiota products is the primary goal of the Registry. Short-term adverse events relate prim...

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    Fecal Microbiota Transplant National Registry

    Adverse events to be monitored include surgeries, infection, hospitalization, other life-threatening events, death and newly diagnosed diseases.

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    Gram-Negative Bloodstream Infection Oral Antibiotic Therapy Trial

    Each participant will be placed in 1 of 5 DOOR levels based on overall clinical response and treatment-related adverse events (AE). The 5 DOOR levels are as follows: successful clinical response and no treatment-related AE (Level ...

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    The Home Blood Pressure (BP) Trial

    Test the effect of treating home SBP <140mmHg vs a pre-dialysis SBP <140mmHg on rates of IDH

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    APOL1 Long-term Kidney Transplantation Outcomes Network (APOLLO)

    Time from receipt of kidney transplant to death-censored renal allograft failure. Measured in days.

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    APOL1 Long-term Kidney Transplantation Outcomes Network (APOLLO)

    Time from receipt of kidney transplant to death-censored renal allograft failure. Measured in days.

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    Natural Versus Programmed Frozen Embryo Transfer (NatPro)

    Frequency of preeclampsia, as defined by American College of Obstetricians and Gynecologists (ACOG) guidelines for hypertensive disorders in pregnancy (Obstetrics & Gynecology 2020;135:e237-e260)

    Recruiting

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    Liberation From Acute Dialysis

    Alive and off dialysis at the time of discharge, with sustained independence from dialysis for 14 days. This outcome does not require that all 14 days of sustained independence occur in-hospital.

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    Awards & recognition

    • U S News and World Report badge recognizing UCSF as part of its 2024-2025 Honor Roll

      Among the top hospitals in the nation

    • Rated high-performing hospital for acute kidney failure

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    Case Management & Social Work

    Connect with a team that can help you find resources, solve problems and advocate for you during treatment at UCSF.

    Class

    Mindfulness-Based Stress Reduction Class

    This eight-week class teaches mindfulness practices that can reduce stress and improve your overall health, such as meditation and body awareness.

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    Patient Relations

    We welcome feedback about your experience at UCSF Health. Find out how to contact us with comments, questions or concerns.

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    Spiritual Care Services

    Chaplains representing many faiths are available around the clock to provide support, comfort and counsel to patients, families and caregivers.

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    What to Bring

    • Photo I.D.
    • Health insurance card
    • Insurance authorization, if required
    • Doctor's referral, if required
    • Recent test results related to your condition
    • List of your medications, including dosages, plus any you're allergic to
    • List of questions you may have
    • Device or paper for taking notes

    International Services

    If you live outside the United States and are coming to UCSF for medical treatment, our patient liaisons can help coordinate all aspects of your visit.

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    Interpreting Services

    UCSF offers interpreters in various languages, including American Sign Language (ASL), as well as services for deaf, hard-of-hearing and visually impaired patients.

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