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Murine Kidney Transplant Technique
Published on: October 20, 2015
Renal artery variations: embryological basis and surgical correlation
Virendra Budhiraja1, Rakhi Rastogi, A K Asthana
1Department of Anatomy, Subharti Medical College, Delhi-Hardwar by Pass Road, Meerut, UP, India. budhirajasimran46@gmail.com
Summary
This study examined kidney vascular anatomy in 100 kidneys, revealing common variations like multiple renal arteries and superior polar arteries. Understanding these renal artery patterns is crucial for safe surgical and interventional procedures.
Area of Science:
- Anatomy
- Vascular Surgery
- Urology
Background:
- Kidney vascular anatomy is critical for urological procedures.
- Variations in renal arteries can complicate surgical and interventional approaches.
Purpose of the Study:
- To investigate the prevalence of renal arterial patterns in cadavers.
- To provide anatomical data for improved clinical practice in renal interventions.
Main Methods:
- Dissection of 100 kidneys from 50 formalin-fixed cadavers.
- Detailed observation and documentation of renal artery branching variations.
Main Results:
- Prehilar multiple branching patterns observed in 11.66% of kidneys.
- Renal artery duplication noted in 8.33% of cases.
- Superior polar arteries identified in 6.66% of kidneys.
Conclusions:
- Anatomical variations of the renal artery are frequent.
- Knowledge of these variations enhances safety and efficiency in renal transplantation, interventional radiology, and renal vascular operations.
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