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Vascular transcriptional and metabolic changes precede progressive intrarenal microvascular rarefaction in autosomal dominant polycystic kidney disease

American Journal of Physiology-Renal Physiology | February 5, 2026 | Volume: 330 | Issue: 3 | Pages: F326-F345

10.1152/ajprenal.00266.2025 | PMID 41643210

We provide the first longitudinal and most comprehensive analysis of the intrarenal microvasculature in a slowly progressive model of autosomal dominant polycystic kidney disease (ADPKD) and integrate the findings with studies in a young cohort of individuals with ADPKD. We identified vasculature-related pathways that could be targeted for therapeutic interventions and contribute promising, noninvasive biomarkers in patients with ADPKD. Alterations of the intrarenal microcirculation may affect drug delivery; a better understanding of its longitudinal changes may aid in treatment management.