Segmental renal artery infarction: a case report with computerized tomography scan and angiographic correlation

Area of Science:

• Nephrology
• Radiology
• Vascular Medicine

Background:

• Segmental renal artery infarction is a clinical syndrome often seen in patients with atherosclerotic, cardiac, or thromboembolic disease.
• The condition typically manifests with transient hematuria, leukocytosis, fever, and flank or abdominal pain.

Observation:

• This case report details a patient presenting with symptoms consistent with segmental renal artery infarction.
• The characteristic imaging findings of the lesion on a computerized tomography (CT) scan are described.

Findings:

• The CT scan revealed findings characteristic of segmental renal artery infarction.
• Angiographic correlation confirmed the diagnosis, illustrating the vascular involvement.

Implications:

• Understanding the CT appearance of segmental renal artery infarction aids in prompt diagnosis.
• This case underscores the importance of integrating clinical presentation with advanced imaging for vascular conditions.