Rav Hemo Renal Vein Thrombosis

Front 1

Classically, patients with
RVT

Back 1

Among the many sequelae of
nephrotic syndrome is hypercoagulability secondary
to the loss of antithrombotic proteins in
the urine (protein C, S, and antithrombin).
These patients are at increased risk for arterial
and venous thrombotic complications, including
myocardial infarction, pulmonary embolism,
deep vein thrombosis, and, as is the
case with this patient, unilateral renal vein
thrombosis (RVT). Classically, patients with
RVT present with flank pain (secondary to distention
of the renal capsule), hematuria, and
evidence of renal impairment.

Front 2

Timely diagnosis
via

Back 2

Timely diagnosis
via renal ultrasound, CT, or direct venography,
as well as treatment with heparin, is crucial.
The disruption of renal blood flow can
lead to permanent damage.