Renal artery occlusion

Though uncommon, occlusion is the commonest disease affecting the renal artery. It is usually embolism from intraluminal thrombus (atrial arrhythmia, prior myocardial infarction, endocarditis vegetations) or atheroembolism; less often fat or tumor emboli.

Common Symptoms

Hyalinization of afferent arteriole; hematuria; renal percussion tenderness; major arterial supply disorder; renal tenderness

Causes

Usually embolic/atheroembolic from intraluminal thrombus (atrial arrhythmia, prior MI, endocarditis vegetations), rarely fat or tumor emboli. Renal artery thrombosis may follow trauma to atherosclerotic vessels (surgery, angiography, angioplasty), intimal tear or ruptured aneurysm.

Treatment

Revascularization, anticoagulation, supportive treatment

Prevention

Control atrial fibrillation and atherosclerosis, and monitor cardiac sources of emboli.

Recommended Department

It is recommended to visit the urology department; before the visit you may first book an appointment and connect with experts through this platform.

Warm reminder: The above information is provided for health education reference only and cannot replace professional medical diagnosis. If you have related symptoms, please seek care at a regular hospital in time.