英文摘要 |
Polycystic kidney disease (PKD) is a common genetic renal cystic disorder, which accounts for about 8-10% of end-stage renal disease (ESRD) in Western countries. We systematically reviewed epidemiological studies of PKD in Taiwan. PKD patients are at an increased risk to have cyst infection, liver abscess, atrial fibrillation and hemorrhagic stroke related to intracranial aneurysms. The prevalence of PKD accounted for about 2% in ESRD patients in Taiwan. The percentage of hemodialysis and peritoneal dialysis in PKD patients with ESRD was 91.2% and 8.8%, respectively. PKD patients had similar survival rates in terms of peritoneal dialysis and hemodialysis, while the former had lower medical costs but could have a higher risk for hospitalization earlier. The NHI-based epidemiological studies are fruitful, and the knowledge and statistics can provide useful reference for clinical treatment and policy implication. |