Isolated Spontaneous Renal Artery Dissection

Abstract

Spontaneous renal artery dissection (SRAD) is a rare and serious event that can result in renal parenchymal injury and severe hypertension. The true incidence, etiology, and natural history of this phenomenon are not precisely defined. Diagnosis is often delayed due to difficulties in distinguishing the clinical presentation from more familiar conditions. Here, in this book chapter we describe demographics, risk factors, clinical presentation, various imaging modalities and treatment option for patient with spontaneous isolated renal artery dissection.