Renal artery pseudoaneurysms post percutaneous nephrolithotomy: A case report.

Journal: Radiology Case Reports
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Abstract

Percutaneous Nephrolithotomy (PCNL) is a standard, safe and efficient method for removing large renal calculi. This pathology is associated with a risk of life-threatening Iatrogenic Renal Vascular Injuries, such as pseudoaneurysm (1%-3%). We report the case of a 49 old year male patient with Hematuria post PCNL for renal calculi. Computed tomography renal angiography was indicated which showed a pseudoaneurysm in the lower pole of the left kidney confirmed by digital subtraction angiography. Super selective endovascular embolization was successfully performed with conservation of the left-over vascularization of the kidney. No postoperative complications were seen. We aimed to report this case and to review the literature regarding endovascular management of kidney pseudoaneurysms after PCNL.

Authors
Amal Rami, Mariam Kassimi, Jihane Habi, Hind Guerroum, Meryem Sara Sabah, Karim Belhaj, Mohamed Mahi
Relevant Conditions

Kidney Stones, Endoscopy