Renal vein thrombosis
Definition
Renal vein thrombosis is a blood clot that develops in the vein that drains blood from the kidney.
Alternative Names
Clot in the renal vein; Occlusion - renal veinCauses
Renal vein thrombosis is a fairly uncommon situation that may happen after trauma to the abdomen or back, or it may occur due to:
- Scar formation
- Stricture
- Tumor
It may be associated with nephrotic syndrome.
In some children, it occurs after severe dehydration and is a more serious condition than in adults. Dehydration is the most common cause of renal vein thrombosis in infants.
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