Definition of Polycystic kidney disease, adult
Polycystic kidney disease, adult: See: Polycystic kidney disease, autosomal dominant . Last Editorial Review: 4/27/2011 5:27:15 PM Back to MedTerms online medical dictionary A-Z List 
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