Kidney CT Appearances
Renal Artery Aneurysm CT Findings
- Variable in size
- Single to multiple in number
- May be partially or totally calcified
- May be a result of atherosclerosis, IVDA, vasculitis, trauma
Other Information About Renal Artery Aneurysm
Etiology:
- Associated with renal cancer, and fibromuscular and vascular diseases
Epidemiology:
- Rare
- More common in females
- Usually appear in 7th decade of life
Presentation:
- Generally asymptomatic
- Hypertension
Prognosis:
- Small aneurysms simply need to be watched
- Larger aneurysms at risk of rupture may require surgery
Related Pearls: Renal Artery
Related Lectures:
CTA of the Renal Arteries: What You Need to Know - Part 1
CT of the Aorta & Its Branches: Acute Processes - Part 3