Abstract
Introduction: Accessory (aberrant) renal arteries (ARAs) are extra vessels that supply the kidneys in addition to the usual single arteries. They typically arise from the abdominal aorta but can also originate from other abdominal/pelvic arterial systems. They are not uncommon an
Highlights
ConclusionAccessory renal arteries could lead to perfusion abnormalities, contribute to or exacerbate maintenance and control of blood pressure
Accessory renal arteries (ARAs) are extra vessels that supply the kidneys in addition to the usual single arteries
Accessory renal arteries could lead to perfusion abnormalities, contribute to or exacerbate maintenance and control of blood pressure
Summary
Accessory renal arteries could lead to perfusion abnormalities, contribute to or exacerbate maintenance and control of blood pressure. Drugs affecting the renin-angiotensin-aldosterone pathway are important in the treatment of patients with accessory (aberrant) renal arteries if hypertension is renin mediated. Akpunonu B, Hummell J, Akpunonu J, Mbaso C, Tasma B, Elsamaloty H. Bilateral accessory (aberrant) renal arteries associated with uncontrolled hypertension—Role of renin-angiotensin-aldosterone antagonist drugs for treatment goal: A case report.
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