Traumatic renal artery thrombosis: a case report and literature review
2024

Case Report on Traumatic Renal Artery Thrombosis

Sample size: 1 publication Evidence: low

Author Information

Author(s): Xia Xiaohua, Zhao Guang, Feng Qiupeng, Guo Zhiqiang, Ma Jin, Yuan Hua

Primary Institution: The First People’s Hospital of Kunshan, Kunshan, China

Hypothesis

This study aims to enhance clinicians’ understanding of traumatic renal artery thrombosis (TRAT) to promote early diagnosis and intervention.

Conclusion

The case report illustrates successful management of a patient with traumatic renal artery thrombosis, emphasizing the importance of early diagnosis and treatment.

Supporting Evidence

  • TRAT is a rare condition that can be easily misdiagnosed due to its subtle symptoms.
  • Early abdominal enhanced CT scans can significantly improve the diagnosis rate of TRAT.
  • The patient was successfully treated with a combination of monitoring and supportive care.

Takeaway

This study is about a girl who hurt her kidney in a car accident, and doctors helped her get better by quickly finding and treating the problem.

Methodology

A retrospective analysis of a case of traumatic renal artery thrombosis treated in the Emergency Medicine Department.

Limitations

The study is based on a single case report, which may limit the generalizability of the findings.

Participant Demographics

An 18-year-old female patient.

Digital Object Identifier (DOI)

10.3389/fmed.2024.1480275

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