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Description

Renal vein thrombosis (RVT) is a condition in which a blood clot forms in the renal vein, the vein that carries blood from the kidneys to the heart. RVT can cause pain in the abdomen, flank, or lower back, as well as nausea, vomiting, and fever. It can also lead to kidney damage, high blood pressure, and other complications. Treatment for RVT typically involves anticoagulant medications to prevent further clotting, as well as medications to reduce inflammation and pain. In some cases, surgery may be necessary to remove the clot.

Synonyms

• renal vein thromboembolism
• renal vein thrombosis

Basic Lab Tests (measurements)

• serum
  •      potassium
  •      bicarbonate
  •      chloride
  •      uric acid
  •      phosphate
  •      cholesterol
• urine
  •      glucose
  •      osmolal gap
  •      protein
  •      anion gap
  •      leukocytes
  •      volume
  •      ammonia
  •      erythrocytes
  •      pH
  •      creatinine clearance
  •      osmolality
• whole blood
  •      erythrocytes
  •      platelets
  •      hemoglobin
  •      hematocrit

Detailed Disease and Condition Information (use the search buttons below to find details on these topics)
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