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Renal artery pseudoaneurysm presenting in a single functioning kidney with prior partial nephrectomy following flexible ureterorenoscopy: a case report

Year: 2024

Type: article

Abstract: Renal artery pseudoaneurysm (RAP) formation following flexible ureterorenoscopy (FURS) with laser lithotripsy is rare. Previous kidney surgery places patients at an increased risk due to potential vascular injury associated with renal intervention. In our case, a 62-year-old man with a single functioning right kidney and a history of right partial nephrectomy presented 10 days following FURS with holmium laser lithotripsy, complaining of gross hematuria. Attempted conservative management failed. Renal arteriography was done, which revealed a RAP that was managed with selective angioembolization. RAP following FURS can be serious if not managed properly. Most cases present with late gross hematuria. RAP can usually be demonstrated on renal arteriography. Selective angioembolization is the definitive treatment.

Source: Journal of Surgical Case Reports

DOI: 10.1093/jscr/rjae594

Authors: Tariq Asi, Natalie Khamashta, Ahmad Dalal

Institution: Al-Quds University

Language: English

Topic: Renal and Vascular Pathologies

Subfield: Pulmonary and Respiratory Medicine

Field: Medicine

Domain: Health Sciences

SDG: Good health and well-being

Open Access status: gold

Estimated APC paid: $1,050