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Area of Science:

  • Vascular Surgery
  • Nephrology
  • Urology

Background:

  • Abdominal aortic aneurysms (AAA) are serious vascular conditions often asymptomatic until rupture.
  • Obstructive uropathy presents with diverse symptoms, including urinary retention and renal insufficiency.

Observation:

  • A patient presented with generalized weakness, dark stools, and urinary retention.
  • Imaging revealed two large abdominal aortic aneurysms (AAA).

Findings:

  • The AAAs were compressing the patient's bilateral ureters, leading to hydronephrosis.
  • This compression resulted in significant renal insufficiency.

Implications:

  • AAA should be considered in the differential diagnosis for elderly males with obstructive uropathy symptoms.
  • Early recognition of AAA-induced uropathy can prevent irreversible renal damage.