Renal Artery Occlusion treatment in Cuauhtémoc

Renal artery occlusion is the obstruction of the vessel that carries blood to the kidney, which reduces or interrupts flow to this organ.

Frequent symptoms: It may present with pain in the flank or abdomen, changes in blood pressure, and alterations in kidney function; in some cases it goes unnoticed.

Common causes: It is usually associated with clots, narrowing of the arteries, or circulatory problems that affect the blood supply to the kidney.

Which specialist treats it? The angiologist and the vascular surgeon study the condition of the blood vessels, while the nephrologist assesses how the kidney is responding. In the event of severe pain or sudden changes in blood pressure, a professional evaluation is important.