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Renal artery aneurism
Sabina Prevljak1, Aladin Carovac, Nadina Jakirlic
1Clinic of Radiology, Clinical Center University of Sarajevo, Sarajevo, Bosnia and Herzegovina.
Medical Archives (Sarajevo, Bosnia and Herzegovina)
|October 27, 2012
Summary
This case report highlights a rare renal artery aneurysm found incidentally in a 65-year-old female. Management involved regular ultrasound monitoring and urology consultation.
Area of Science:
- Radiology
- Vascular Surgery
- Nephrology
Background:
- Renal artery aneurysms are uncommon vascular abnormalities.
- They are frequently discovered as incidental findings during imaging studies.
- This report details a specific case for clinical insight.
Observation:
- A 65-year-old female presented for radiological evaluation.
- Initial ultrasound revealed a left-sided renal artery aneurysm.
- Computed Tomography Angiography (CTA) confirmed the diagnosis and assessed its relationship to the abdominal aorta and visceral branches.
Findings:
- Renal artery aneurysms exhibit diverse classifications, including true aneurysms and pseudoaneurysms.
- These aneurysms predominantly affect females and often present as saccular or fusiform shapes.
- The majority (90%) are extraparenchymal, typically saccular and noncalcified.
Implications:
- The diagnosis and management of renal artery aneurysms require a multidisciplinary approach.
- Regular surveillance with Color Doppler ultrasound is recommended for monitoring.
- Further imaging with CTA may be indicated based on clinical need and urological consultation.
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