Abstract

Patients with grade IV or V renal injury frequently have associated visceral injuries that can limit options such as open surgical repair or anticoagulation.1 The use of endovascular stents to treat trauma-induced renal artery thrombosis and intimal damage appears promising.2,3 However, data verifying the effectiveness of the treatment is lacking. We present a case of acute renal artery revascularization after trauma with subsequent stent thrombosis. Our case illustrates the failure of stent therapy when anticoagulation is not possible.

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