Simple kidney cysts pose no health risk, expert says
Simple kidney cysts are common and generally harmless, according to a leading nephrology consultant at King Abdulaziz University.
Simple kidney cysts are frequent and typically harmless, according to Dr. Saad Al-Shohaib, a prominent nephrology consultant at King Abdulaziz University. These cysts are prevalent in approximately one in four individuals over the age of 50, with their occurrence becoming more common as people age. Dr. Al-Shohaib clarified that these cysts, which are thin-walled fluid-filled sacs, are often found incidentally and do not exhibit any symptoms or impact kidney function.
He emphasized that they do not progress to tumors and do not necessitate treatment or follow-up. It is important to note that simple kidney cysts are distinct from autosomal dominant polycystic kidney disease (ADPKD), which is characterized by multiple cysts in both kidneys, kidney enlargement, a family history of the condition, high blood pressure, and declining kidney function.
Dr. Al-Shohaib suggested that further evaluation would only be warranted if a cyst is deemed complex, requiring a CT scan, contrast MRI, or detection of a solid mass in the kidney, or if blood is observed in the urine.
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