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Nephrology & Renal Medicine

Medullary Sponge Kidney

ICD-10 Code
Q61.5

Congenital disorder characterized by cystic dilatation of the medullary collecting ducts. Benign condition but predisposes to recurrent nephrolithiasis, nephrocalcinosis, and UTIs.

Clinical Presentation & Protocol

Patient Usually Complains Of

Patient presents for evaluation of recurrent nephrolithiasis. History significant for Medullary Sponge Kidney (MSK), confirmed via imaging. Reports episodes of colicky flank pain, hematuria, and occasional dysuria. No history of chronic kidney disease or hypertension. Denies fever or systemic symptoms.

Clinical Examination Findings

General: Patient appears in no acute distress. Vitals stable. Abdomen: Soft, non-distended, bowel sounds present. CVA tenderness: Present on [Right/Left/Bilateral] side, consistent with renal colic or associated nephrolithiasis. No palpable masses or organomegaly.

Treatment Protocol

Management plan: 1. Maintain high fluid intake (>2.5L/day) to prevent stone formation. 2. Dietary modifications: Low sodium, normal calcium intake, and restricted animal protein. 3. Pharmacotherapy: Thiazide diuretics if hypercalciuria is present; potassium citrate for hypocitraturia. 4. Regular monitoring of renal function and ultrasound/CT follow-up.

Detailed clinical guide coming soon.