03:54 PM Abstract No. 49 Accessory renal artery embolization for treatment of pediatric hypertension

Pediatric hypertension (HTN) is commonly due to secondary causes such as renal parenchymal disease or renal artery stenosis (RAS). But, the impact of accessory renal arteries on the renin-angiotensin-aldosterone feedback system and potential for causing HTN is not known. First proposed by Glodny et al in 2001, parenchyma supplied by ‘accessory’ vessels may have lower blood pressure (BP) than the dominant renal parenchyma triggering renin secretion. The purpose of this study is to evaluate the safety and efficacy of accessory renal artery embolization (ARAE) in children presenting with suspected renal artery HTN.
Source: Journal of Vascular and Interventional Radiology : JVIR - Category: Radiology Authors: Tags: Scientific Session 5: You ’ve Got To Be Kid-ing Me (Pediatric IR) Source Type: research