Pregnancy-related renal diseases
About the disease & condition
Pregnancy-related renal diseases are kidney conditions that develop during pregnancy or are worsened by pregnancy. These include preeclampsia, acute kidney injury, urinary tract infections, and worsening of pre-existing kidney disease. Hormonal changes, increased blood volume, and blood pressure fluctuations can place extra stress on the kidneys. Early detection through regular antenatal checkups is essential. Prompt treatment helps protect both maternal and fetal health and reduces the risk of long-term kidney complications after delivery.
Known Symptoms
- Swelling of face, hands, or feet
- High blood pressure
- Reduced urine output
- Protein in urine
Known Causes
- Preeclampsia or pregnancy-induced hypertension
- Urinary tract infections
- Dehydration or blood loss
- Pre-existing kidney disease
Care
- Regular antenatal monitoring
- Blood pressure and urine checks
- Timely treatment of infections
- Multidisciplinary care with obstetric and nephrology teams
Relevant Specialities
Nephrology
The Department of Nephrology provides comprehensive kidney care, from diagnosis to medical management to advanced dialysis and transplantation. We treat kidney stones, glomerular disease, diabetic kidney problems, and hypertension, and provide pediatric nephrology and onconephrology care when necessary. Our team manages living-donor, high-risk, and ABO-incompatible transplants through modern dialysis units (hemodialysis, peritoneal dialysis, HDF and CRRT for critically ill patients), interventional nephrology procedures, and a leading transplant program. Recognised for excellence — ranked No. 2 in Outlook’s 2025 Best Nephrology Centres - KIMSHEALTH is a trusted destination for complete kidney care.
The Department of Nephrology provides comprehensive kidney care, from diagnosis to medical management to advanced dialysis and transplantation. We treat kidney stones, glomerular disease, diabetic kidney problems, and hypertension, and provide pediatric nephrology and onconephrology care when necessary. Our team manages living-donor, high risk, and ABO-incompatible transplants through modern dialysis units (hemodialysis, peritoneal dialysis, HDF and CRRT for critically ill patients), interventional nephrology procedures, and a leading transplant program. Recognised for excellence — ranked No. 2 in Outlook’s 2025 Best Nephrology Centres — KIMSHEALTH is a trusted destination for complete kidney care.
