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ReviewGenes & diseases2026

Immune microenvironment in autosomal dominant polycystic kidney disease.

Cheng Xue, Xinming Li, Chenchen Zhou, Changlin Mei, Zhiguo Mao

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Review in Genes & diseases, 2026. The graph could read no effect estimate from its abstract, so it casts no vote on the map. Cited by 4 papers.

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3 · Its place in the literature

Who cites it

4 citing papers in PubMed.

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  2. Combination siRNA delivery as a therapeutic strategy for ADPKD.bioRxiv : the preprint server for biology · 2026
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4 · The record

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5 · Who and what money

Authors and funding

5 authors.

Cheng XueDivision of Nephrology, Shanghai Changzheng Hospital, Second Affiliated Hospital of Naval Medical University (Second Military Medical University), Shanghai 200003, China.
Xinming LiDivision of Nephrology, Shanghai Changzheng Hospital, Second Affiliated Hospital of Naval Medical University (Second Military Medical University), Shanghai 200003, China.
Chenchen ZhouDivision of Nephrology, Shanghai Changzheng Hospital, Second Affiliated Hospital of Naval Medical University (Second Military Medical University), Shanghai 200003, China.
Changlin MeiDivision of Nephrology, Shanghai Changzheng Hospital, Second Affiliated Hospital of Naval Medical University (Second Military Medical University), Shanghai 200003, China.
Zhiguo MaoDivision of Nephrology, Shanghai Changzheng Hospital, Second Affiliated Hospital of Naval Medical University (Second Military Medical University), Shanghai 200003, China.

Funding

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6 · The paper itself

Abstract

Autosomal dominant polycystic kidney disease (ADPKD) is a common hereditary renal disorder characterized by the progressive development of fluid-filled cysts within the kidneys, leading to renal dysfunction and potentially life-threatening complications. While ADPKD has long been considered a primarily genetic disorder, emerging evidence suggests that the immune microenvironment within the kidney plays a pivotal role in disease progression and severity. This review explored the intricate interplay between immune cells, inflammatory microenvironment, inflammatory pathways, complement system, and ADPKD, shedding light on the various immune components and mechanisms contributing to ADPKD pathogenesis. Key findings suggest that renal immune cell infiltration, inflammation, and the complement system could take part in cyst growth, renal fibrosis, and ADPKD progression. Inflammation, in particular, stands out as a prime candidate for therapeutic intervention. Moreover, recent studies have unveiled the involvement of immune checkpoints, such as PD-1 and its ligand PD-L1, in modulating the immune response within ADPKD kidneys. In conclusion, this review highlights the emerging paradigm shift in the understanding of ADPKD, emphasizing the pivotal role of the immune microenvironment in disease pathogenesis. Targeted therapies aimed at modulating immune responses and addressing immune-related checkpoints may hold promise for the development of novel treatments to improve the clinical outcomes of ADPKD patients.

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Autosomal dominant polycystic kidney diseaseComplementImmune cellInflammationMacrophage

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PMID41431718
PMCPMC12718153

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