Abstract
Atherosclerotic renal artery stenosis is a relatively common cause of hypertension and renal impairment in the elderly. We review its clinical features and the investigations and management options available.
MeSH terms
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Angioplasty, Balloon
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Angiotensin-Converting Enzyme Inhibitors / adverse effects
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Arteriosclerosis* / diagnosis
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Arteriosclerosis* / therapy
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Humans
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Hypertension, Renovascular / etiology
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Kidney Failure, Chronic / etiology
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London
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Renal Artery Obstruction* / diagnosis
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Renal Artery Obstruction* / therapy
Substances
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Angiotensin-Converting Enzyme Inhibitors