Voices From The Community: Considerations For Pregnancy In ADPKD

Welcome to Voices From The Community, a NephU Community podcast series, featuring guests ranging from patients to providers representing various backgrounds and expertise. They will share their experience, perspectives, and expertise in addressing various topics across the healthcare spectrum, and how it relates to kidney care. Background: ADPKD is the most common inherited renal disorder with both renal and extra renal manifestations. Engaging in an open discussion regarding family planning with the patient prior to conception may assist with informed decision making. The provider can guide the patient through all the potential options and considerations for a healthy pregnancy while managing a chronic kidney disease. Why listen to this podcast? Expert speakers will discuss pre-pregnancy planning, management of ADPKD during pregnancy, risk of maternal & fetal complications, and the impact of pregnancy on ADPKD. What you will learn: -The role of genetic testing and preconception counseling -Who is involved in the care of a pregnant patient with ADPKD -Management modifications during pregnancy -Recommendations for a healthy pregnancy for the mother & baby