MRCP2-3835

A 45-year-old male is being monitored in the renal clinic. His creatinine clearance is 76 ml/min and he has enlarged kidneys with multiple cysts, as seen on a recent renal tract ultrasound. His father also required dialysis at the age of 50 years. During examination, his blood pressure is measured at 149/88 mmHg. Which statement below is false?