Objective： To evaluate the clinical effect of renal artery embolization with a mixture of lipiodol and polyvinyl alcohol （PVA） particles on symptomatic renal angiomyolipoma and to present the mid-term results from ...Objective： To evaluate the clinical effect of renal artery embolization with a mixture of lipiodol and polyvinyl alcohol （PVA） particles on symptomatic renal angiomyolipoma and to present the mid-term results from our single-center site. Methods： We performed a retrospective review of the seven patients who underwent embolization with a mixture of lipiodol and PVA particles to treat symptomatic renal angiomyolipoma in our center between February 2011 and December 2013. Medical records and follow-up results were reviewed and analyzed. Results： Seven patients underwent eight episodes of embolization using a mixture of lipiodol and PVA particles to treat symptomatic renal angiomyolipoma. One patient required a subsequent embolization of the right kidney 9 months after the initial embolization of the left kidney. No nephrectomy was required in any of these cases during follow-up. None had recurrence of tumor bleeding or rupture during follow-up. Decreased tumor size was achieved in six patients （85.7%） during the mid-term follow-up. Conclusions： Embolization with a mixture of lipiodol and PVA particles is an effective and safe treatment for symptomatic renal angiomyolipoma. Based on the durable mid-term results of the present study, a mixture of lipiodol and PVA particles is recommended for embolization.展开更多
From 1989.15 cases of renal angiomyolipoma (AML) have been diagnosed by ultrasonography, CT scanning and digital subtraction angiography (DSA) at our hospital. In 8 patients with uneven hyperechoes on B-mode ultrasono...From 1989.15 cases of renal angiomyolipoma (AML) have been diagnosed by ultrasonography, CT scanning and digital subtraction angiography (DSA) at our hospital. In 8 patients with uneven hyperechoes on B-mode ultrasonography (B-US)(8/15) and 7 with low density of fat on CT scanning (7/12)accurate diagnosis was established preoperatively. DSA revealed the 'berry-like'pseudoaneurysms in the arterial phase (14 cases), the defined lucent area in the nephrogram phase (10 cases) and the 'onion-peel appearances' during venous phases (8 cases),correct diagnosis was achieved in all patients. 8 cases were surgically treated and 7 treated by subselective embolization of renal artery. Effects in all cases were good. The diagnostic value of B-US. CT scanning, DSA and interventional treatment of AML was discussed. It was believed that the diagnosis with DSA was a technique with high specificity, and embolization therapy was simple and effective for AML.展开更多
Bleeding from renal angiomyolipoma in pregnancy can be catastrophic to both mother and fetus. Selective arterial embolisation is considered more superior than conventional surgery in these patients. Our case report ex...Bleeding from renal angiomyolipoma in pregnancy can be catastrophic to both mother and fetus. Selective arterial embolisation is considered more superior than conventional surgery in these patients. Our case report exemplifies how a bleeding angiomyolipoma was halted with embolisation in our pregnant patient.展开更多
A 50 yr man presented with fatigue and fever. He was found to have a 7.2 cm left renal mass. Radical nephrectomy was done. The mass was HMB-45 negative renal angiomyolipoma. This patient did not have tuberous sclerosi...A 50 yr man presented with fatigue and fever. He was found to have a 7.2 cm left renal mass. Radical nephrectomy was done. The mass was HMB-45 negative renal angiomyolipoma. This patient did not have tuberous sclerosis. His fever resolved after the tumor excision. This case is unique because of the unusual morphology and histology of the tumor. It reiterates that getting rid of inflammatory cytokines being produced by the tumor will cause resolution of fever.展开更多
Fat-poor renal angiomyolipoma (fpAML) and renal cell carcinoma (RCC) are difficult to differentiate and misdiagnosis can lead to unnecessary nephrectomy. We experienced a case showing a “collapsed shape” which refle...Fat-poor renal angiomyolipoma (fpAML) and renal cell carcinoma (RCC) are difficult to differentiate and misdiagnosis can lead to unnecessary nephrectomy. We experienced a case showing a “collapsed shape” which reflected a fpAML tissue type. A renal tumor was incidentally discovered in a 42-year-old female during an abdominal ultrasound. RCC was suspected according to CT and MRI imaging results, and a partial nephrectomy was performed. However, the pathologic diagnosis was fpAML. Upon reevaluation of preoperative images, morphological change to the tumor due to contact with surrounding tissues: the collapsed shape was observed and could be identified by CT, which is the gold standard test for differentiating renal tumors. In cases where the collapsed shape is observed in a renal tumor, fpAML should be considered.展开更多
BACKGROUND Hypovolemic shock can lead to life-threatening organ dysfunction,and adequate fluid administration is a fundamental therapy.Traditionally,parameters such as vital signs,central venous pressure,and urine out...BACKGROUND Hypovolemic shock can lead to life-threatening organ dysfunction,and adequate fluid administration is a fundamental therapy.Traditionally,parameters such as vital signs,central venous pressure,and urine output have been used to estimate intravascular volume.Recently,pulse pressure variation(PPV)and non-invasive cardiac monitoring devices have been introduced.In this case report,we introduce a patient with massive active bleeding from giant renal angiomyolipoma(AML).During emergent nephrectomy,we used non-invasive cardiac monitoring with CSN-1901(Nihon Kohden,Tokyo,Japan)and PPV to evaluate the patient's intravascular volume status to achieve optimal fluid management.CASE SUMMARY A 30-year-old male patient with giant AML with active bleeding was referred to the emergency room complaining of severe abdominal pain and spontaneous abdominal distension.AML was diagnosed by computed tomography,and emergent nephrectomy was scheduled.Massive bleeding was expected so we decided to use non-invasive cardiac monitoring and PPV to assist fluid therapy because they are relatively easy and fast compared to invasive cardiac monitoring.During the surgery,6000 mL of estimated blood loss occurred.Along with the patient's vital signs and laboratory results,we monitored cardiac output,cardiac output,stroke volume,stroke volume index with a non-invasive cardiac monitoring device,and PPV using an intra-arterial catheter to evaluate intravascular volume status of the patient to compensate for massive bleeding.CONCLUSION In addition to traditional parameters,non-invasive cardiac monitoring and PPV are useful methods to evaluate patient's intravascular volume status and provideguidance for intraoperative management of hypovolemic shock patients.展开更多
BACKGROUND Giant renal angiomyolipomas(AMLs)may lead to complications including flank pain,hematuria,hypertension,retroperitoneal hemorrhage and even death.Giant AMLs which grow around renal hilar vessels and the uret...BACKGROUND Giant renal angiomyolipomas(AMLs)may lead to complications including flank pain,hematuria,hypertension,retroperitoneal hemorrhage and even death.Giant AMLs which grow around renal hilar vessels and the ureter are rare.Most previous reports on the treatment of giant renal AMLs have focused on open surgery or a transperitoneal approach,with few studies on the retroperitoneal approach for large AMLs.We here report a case of giant renal hilum AML successfully treated with robot-assisted laparoscopic nephron sparing surgery the retroperitoneal approach,with a one-year follow-up.CASE SUMMARY A 34-year-old female patient was diagnosed with renal AML 11 years ago and showed no discomfort.The tumor gradually increased in size to a giant AML over the years,which measured 63 mm×47 mm×90 mm and was wrapped around the right hilum.Therefore,a robotic laparoscopic partial nephrectomy(LPN)via the retroperitoneal approach was performed.The patient had no serious postoperative complications and was discharged soon after the operation.At the one-year follow-up,the patient's right kidney had recovered well.CONCLUSION Despite insufficient operating space via the retroperitoneal approach,LPN for giant central renal AMLs can be completed using a well-designed procedure with the assistance of a robotic system.展开更多
Contrast enhanced ultrasound(CEUS) has gained clinical importance over the last years for the characterization of hepatic masses.Its role in extrahepatic indications has been investigated repeatedly but has been less ...Contrast enhanced ultrasound(CEUS) has gained clinical importance over the last years for the characterization of hepatic masses.Its role in extrahepatic indications has been investigated repeatedly but has been less comprehensively studied.Currently more than 50% of renal masses are incidentally diagnosed,mostly by B-mode ultrasound.The method of choice for characterization of renal lesions is contrast enhanced computed tomography(CECT).In the case of cystic lesions CECT refers to the Bosniak classification for cystic lesions to assess the risk of malignant behavior.The majority of masses are renal cell carcinoma,but the exact proportion is controversial.Disadvantages of CECT are a significant risk for patients with impaired renal function,allergic reactions and hyperthyroidism due to iodinated contrast agents.Several studies concerning CEUS for the characterization of both solid and cystic renal lesions have been published,but prospective multicenter studies are missing,the presented data being mainly descriptive.The aim of the this manuscript is to review the current literature for CEUS in renal masses,to summarize the available data and focus on possible concepts for studies in the future.展开更多
文摘Objective： To evaluate the clinical effect of renal artery embolization with a mixture of lipiodol and polyvinyl alcohol （PVA） particles on symptomatic renal angiomyolipoma and to present the mid-term results from our single-center site. Methods： We performed a retrospective review of the seven patients who underwent embolization with a mixture of lipiodol and PVA particles to treat symptomatic renal angiomyolipoma in our center between February 2011 and December 2013. Medical records and follow-up results were reviewed and analyzed. Results： Seven patients underwent eight episodes of embolization using a mixture of lipiodol and PVA particles to treat symptomatic renal angiomyolipoma. One patient required a subsequent embolization of the right kidney 9 months after the initial embolization of the left kidney. No nephrectomy was required in any of these cases during follow-up. None had recurrence of tumor bleeding or rupture during follow-up. Decreased tumor size was achieved in six patients （85.7%） during the mid-term follow-up. Conclusions： Embolization with a mixture of lipiodol and PVA particles is an effective and safe treatment for symptomatic renal angiomyolipoma. Based on the durable mid-term results of the present study, a mixture of lipiodol and PVA particles is recommended for embolization.
文摘From 1989.15 cases of renal angiomyolipoma (AML) have been diagnosed by ultrasonography, CT scanning and digital subtraction angiography (DSA) at our hospital. In 8 patients with uneven hyperechoes on B-mode ultrasonography (B-US)(8/15) and 7 with low density of fat on CT scanning (7/12)accurate diagnosis was established preoperatively. DSA revealed the 'berry-like'pseudoaneurysms in the arterial phase (14 cases), the defined lucent area in the nephrogram phase (10 cases) and the 'onion-peel appearances' during venous phases (8 cases),correct diagnosis was achieved in all patients. 8 cases were surgically treated and 7 treated by subselective embolization of renal artery. Effects in all cases were good. The diagnostic value of B-US. CT scanning, DSA and interventional treatment of AML was discussed. It was believed that the diagnosis with DSA was a technique with high specificity, and embolization therapy was simple and effective for AML.
文摘Bleeding from renal angiomyolipoma in pregnancy can be catastrophic to both mother and fetus. Selective arterial embolisation is considered more superior than conventional surgery in these patients. Our case report exemplifies how a bleeding angiomyolipoma was halted with embolisation in our pregnant patient.
文摘A 50 yr man presented with fatigue and fever. He was found to have a 7.2 cm left renal mass. Radical nephrectomy was done. The mass was HMB-45 negative renal angiomyolipoma. This patient did not have tuberous sclerosis. His fever resolved after the tumor excision. This case is unique because of the unusual morphology and histology of the tumor. It reiterates that getting rid of inflammatory cytokines being produced by the tumor will cause resolution of fever.
文摘Fat-poor renal angiomyolipoma (fpAML) and renal cell carcinoma (RCC) are difficult to differentiate and misdiagnosis can lead to unnecessary nephrectomy. We experienced a case showing a “collapsed shape” which reflected a fpAML tissue type. A renal tumor was incidentally discovered in a 42-year-old female during an abdominal ultrasound. RCC was suspected according to CT and MRI imaging results, and a partial nephrectomy was performed. However, the pathologic diagnosis was fpAML. Upon reevaluation of preoperative images, morphological change to the tumor due to contact with surrounding tissues: the collapsed shape was observed and could be identified by CT, which is the gold standard test for differentiating renal tumors. In cases where the collapsed shape is observed in a renal tumor, fpAML should be considered.
文摘BACKGROUND Hypovolemic shock can lead to life-threatening organ dysfunction,and adequate fluid administration is a fundamental therapy.Traditionally,parameters such as vital signs,central venous pressure,and urine output have been used to estimate intravascular volume.Recently,pulse pressure variation(PPV)and non-invasive cardiac monitoring devices have been introduced.In this case report,we introduce a patient with massive active bleeding from giant renal angiomyolipoma(AML).During emergent nephrectomy,we used non-invasive cardiac monitoring with CSN-1901(Nihon Kohden,Tokyo,Japan)and PPV to evaluate the patient's intravascular volume status to achieve optimal fluid management.CASE SUMMARY A 30-year-old male patient with giant AML with active bleeding was referred to the emergency room complaining of severe abdominal pain and spontaneous abdominal distension.AML was diagnosed by computed tomography,and emergent nephrectomy was scheduled.Massive bleeding was expected so we decided to use non-invasive cardiac monitoring and PPV to assist fluid therapy because they are relatively easy and fast compared to invasive cardiac monitoring.During the surgery,6000 mL of estimated blood loss occurred.Along with the patient's vital signs and laboratory results,we monitored cardiac output,cardiac output,stroke volume,stroke volume index with a non-invasive cardiac monitoring device,and PPV using an intra-arterial catheter to evaluate intravascular volume status of the patient to compensate for massive bleeding.CONCLUSION In addition to traditional parameters,non-invasive cardiac monitoring and PPV are useful methods to evaluate patient's intravascular volume status and provideguidance for intraoperative management of hypovolemic shock patients.
文摘BACKGROUND Giant renal angiomyolipomas(AMLs)may lead to complications including flank pain,hematuria,hypertension,retroperitoneal hemorrhage and even death.Giant AMLs which grow around renal hilar vessels and the ureter are rare.Most previous reports on the treatment of giant renal AMLs have focused on open surgery or a transperitoneal approach,with few studies on the retroperitoneal approach for large AMLs.We here report a case of giant renal hilum AML successfully treated with robot-assisted laparoscopic nephron sparing surgery the retroperitoneal approach,with a one-year follow-up.CASE SUMMARY A 34-year-old female patient was diagnosed with renal AML 11 years ago and showed no discomfort.The tumor gradually increased in size to a giant AML over the years,which measured 63 mm×47 mm×90 mm and was wrapped around the right hilum.Therefore,a robotic laparoscopic partial nephrectomy(LPN)via the retroperitoneal approach was performed.The patient had no serious postoperative complications and was discharged soon after the operation.At the one-year follow-up,the patient's right kidney had recovered well.CONCLUSION Despite insufficient operating space via the retroperitoneal approach,LPN for giant central renal AMLs can be completed using a well-designed procedure with the assistance of a robotic system.
文摘Contrast enhanced ultrasound(CEUS) has gained clinical importance over the last years for the characterization of hepatic masses.Its role in extrahepatic indications has been investigated repeatedly but has been less comprehensively studied.Currently more than 50% of renal masses are incidentally diagnosed,mostly by B-mode ultrasound.The method of choice for characterization of renal lesions is contrast enhanced computed tomography(CECT).In the case of cystic lesions CECT refers to the Bosniak classification for cystic lesions to assess the risk of malignant behavior.The majority of masses are renal cell carcinoma,but the exact proportion is controversial.Disadvantages of CECT are a significant risk for patients with impaired renal function,allergic reactions and hyperthyroidism due to iodinated contrast agents.Several studies concerning CEUS for the characterization of both solid and cystic renal lesions have been published,but prospective multicenter studies are missing,the presented data being mainly descriptive.The aim of the this manuscript is to review the current literature for CEUS in renal masses,to summarize the available data and focus on possible concepts for studies in the future.
