Sponge kidney is known as medullary sponge kidney, there is no accurate data about how long it takes for sponge kidney to progress to renal failure, but sponge kidney generally has a good prognosis through active treatment, and may not progress to renal failure.
Medullary sponge kidney is a congenital developmental anomaly disease mainly manifested by cystic dilatation of the medullary collecting ducts, referred to as sponge kidney. Patients may be treated with potassium citrate to reduce urinary calcium as prescribed, and antibiotics such as amoxicillin and ceftriaxone if there is a co-infection. For patients with frequent recurrence of stones, surgery can also be used to remove the stones.
After active treatment, sponge kidney has a good prognosis and may not develop into renal failure, but some patients may have their prognosis affected by recurrent stones.
Patients with sponge kidney are advised to consult regular hospitals in time and under the guidance of doctors for professional treatment to prevent further development of the condition. The above medication should be used in accordance with the doctor’s prescription, and should not be used without authorization, so as not to aggravate the condition.