Partial nephrectomy without prior arterial embolization in a case of giant renal angiomyolipoma.

ABSTRACT:

Introduction and importance

This is a case of giant renal angiomyolipoma treated with partial nephrectomy without pre-embolization of the supplying arteries.

Case presentation

The patient presented for regular checkup, a mass in the left flank was found on examination. No other symptoms were present. No history of medical or surgical importance was found.

Clinical discussion

CT scan revealed a heterogenous mass in the left kidney at the upper pole. The treatment options were discussed with the patient and he opted for complete removal of the mass. Partial nephrectomy was done without pre embolization of the arteries. The procedure went without complications, the blood loss was manageable during the operation (200 cc). The patient was admitted for 48 h post operation a

SUBMITTER: Al Ahmad Y 

PROVIDER: S-EPMC11400986 | biostudies-literature | 2024 Oct

REPOSITORIES: biostudies-literature