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Multilevel Microdissection and Functional-Structural Profiling of Human Renal Arterial Branches
Published on: September 5, 2025
Bilateral triple renal arteries.
Turan Pestemalci1, Ayfer Mavi, Yusuf Zeki Yildiz
1Department of Anatomy, Gaziantep University, Turkey.
Summary
This study found a rare case of bilateral triple renal arteries in a male cadaver. Such anatomical variations are crucial for successful kidney transplants and vascular surgeries.
Area of Science:
- Anatomy
- Vascular Surgery
- Urology
Background:
- Renal artery variations are increasingly significant due to advancements in renal transplantation, vascular reconstruction, and surgical/radiologic techniques.
- Understanding these anatomical anomalies is critical for surgical planning and patient outcomes.
Observation:
- A routine dissection of a male cadaver revealed an unusual occurrence of bilateral triple renal arteries.
- The right side exhibited an additional renal artery from the abdominal aorta and another from the right common iliac artery.
- The left side displayed two additional renal arteries originating from the abdominal aorta.
Findings:
- The study identified a rare bilateral triple renal artery configuration.
- Detailed anatomical descriptions of the origins and distributions of the accessory renal arteries were documented.
- The findings were compared with existing literature on renal artery anomalies.
Implications:
- This case highlights the importance of recognizing complex renal artery variations in clinical practice.
- Awareness of such anomalies can prevent intraoperative complications during renal transplants and vascular procedures.
- Accurate anatomical knowledge aids in the planning and execution of urologic and vascular surgeries.
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