[Renovascular hypertension--clinical aspects and diagnosis].
1977
C Mörlin, and
H Aberg
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MeSH Term
Description
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D006977
Hypertension, Renal
Persistent high BLOOD PRESSURE due to KIDNEY DISEASES, such as those involving the renal parenchyma, the renal vasculature, or tumors that secrete RENIN.
A branch of the abdominal aorta which supplies the kidneys, adrenal glands and ureters.
Arteries, Renal,Artery, Renal,Renal Arteries
D012078
Renal Artery Obstruction
Narrowing or occlusion of the RENAL ARTERY or arteries. It is due usually to ATHEROSCLEROSIS; FIBROMUSCULAR DYSPLASIA; THROMBOSIS; EMBOLISM, or external pressure. The reduced renal perfusion can lead to renovascular hypertension (HYPERTENSION, RENOVASCULAR).