Variation of Renal Vasculature and Its Clinical Correlation

Abstract

Introduction: Kidneys are supplied by renal arteries and veins of same name. However, variations in the form of presentation of renal arteries & their prehilar branches are common. Aim: In this study, we focused on vascular anatomy of kidneys, differences observed in their course, origin and any additional blood vessels, if any. Materials and Methods: This study is based on thirty-two formalin fixed human cadavers from Anatomy department of Maharishi Markandeshwar Medical College & Hospital, Kumarhatti, Solan (H.P) and Department of Anatomy, JNUIMSRC, Jaipur (Rajasthan). Kidneys were exposed after abdominal dissection, and variations in vasculature were noted. Results: Results which we come across in our study are listed:i.Additional or Accessory renal arteries ii. Pre hilar branching of arteries.iii.Polar arteries .iv. Additional or Accessory renal vein. Conclusion: Knowledge of renal vasculature i.e its normal as well as variational anatomy is important for performing angiographic studies, renal transplantation and urological or radiological procedures which in turn serves as a useful tool for the procedures like embolization, angioplasties.