renal Flashcards

1
Q

Fibromuscular dysplasia typically affects who?

A

females who are typically 30–50 years; can manifest at any age

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A young woman who has refractory HTN with abdominal bruit with HA and neck pain most likely has?

A

Fibromuscular dysplasia

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3
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Pathophysio of Fibromuscular dysplasia

A

primarily affects small and medium-sized muscular arteries Renal artery stenosis → ↓ renal perfusion → compensatory activation of the renin–angiotensin–aldosterone system → secondary hypertension

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4
Q

What is the best imaging for Fibromuscular dysplasia?

A

duplex ultrasonography and/or CT angiography

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5
Q

Common finding on imaging Fibromuscular dysplasia?

A

String of beads sign

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