Bilateral traumatic renal artery dissection

We present a case of bilateral renal artery dissection, with the related computed tomographic images, caused by blunt torso trauma. Discussion includes the etiologies of this type of injury, the diagnostic modalities, and treatment options.

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Published in:Trauma (London, England) England), 2012-10, Vol.14 (4), p.355-358
Main Authors: Shiber, Joseph, Fontane, Emily
Format: Article
Language:English
Subjects:
Kidneys
Medical diagnosis
Medical treatment
Tomography
Trauma
Veins & arteries
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Summary:We present a case of bilateral renal artery dissection, with the related computed tomographic images, caused by blunt torso trauma. Discussion includes the etiologies of this type of injury, the diagnostic modalities, and treatment options.
ISSN:1460-4086
1477-0350
DOI:10.1177/1460408612440929