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Reversible renin mediated massive proteinuria successfully treated by nephrectomy

R Chen1, A C Novick, M Pohl

  • 1Department of Urology, Cleveland Clinic Foundation, Ohio 44195.

The Journal of Urology
|January 1, 1995
PubMed
Summary

Severe hypertension and nephrotic proteinuria were caused by renin overproduction from a blocked right renal artery. Kidney removal resolved both conditions, highlighting the renin-angiotensin system's role in severe kidney disease.

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Area of Science:

  • Nephrology
  • Cardiovascular Medicine
  • Endocrinology

Background:

  • Renin-mediated hypertension and nephrotic range proteinuria can present complex diagnostic challenges.
  • The renin-angiotensin system plays a crucial role in regulating blood pressure and fluid balance.

Observation:

  • A patient presented with severe hypertension and nephrotic range proteinuria.
  • Aortography revealed occlusion of the right renal artery.
  • Renal vein renin measurements showed lateralization to the right kidney.

Findings:

  • Unilateral renal artery occlusion led to renin-mediated severe hypertension and nephrotic proteinuria.
  • Nephrotic proteinuria was attributed to elevated intrarenal angiotensin II levels.
  • Surgical removal of the affected kidney resulted in the complete resolution of hypertension and proteinuria.

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Implications:

  • This case underscores the importance of evaluating the renin-angiotensin system in patients with unexplained severe hypertension and proteinuria.
  • Deactivation of the renin-angiotensin system, achieved through nephrectomy in this case, can reverse severe proteinuria.
  • Understanding the link between renal artery stenosis and proteinuria can guide therapeutic strategies for similar conditions.