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Radiologic aspects of Ask-Upmark kidney
Rofo : Fortschritte Auf Dem Gebiete Der Rontgenstrahlen Und Der Nuklearmedizin
|March 1, 1977
Summary
Severe hypertension in a young girl was linked to a small right kidney. Pathological examination confirmed segmental hypoplasia, also known as Ask-Upmark kidney, a rare condition.
Area of Science:
- Pediatric Nephrology
- Radiology
- Pathology
Background:
- Severe hypertension in children necessitates thorough investigation to identify underlying causes.
- Renal anomalies are a significant contributor to secondary hypertension in pediatric populations.
Observation:
- A young female patient presented with severe hypertension.
- Radiologic imaging revealed a significantly smaller right kidney compared to the left.
- Pathological examination of the surgically removed right kidney was performed.
Findings:
- The pathological examination confirmed segmental hypoplasia of the right kidney.
- This condition is also referred to as Ask-Upmark kidney.
- The study details the specific radiologic characteristics of this entity.
Implications:
- Accurate radiologic diagnosis of Ask-Upmark kidney is crucial for managing pediatric hypertension.
- Understanding the radiologic features aids in differentiating it from other renal pathologies.
- This case highlights the importance of considering rare renal anomalies in hypertensive children.