Renal vein thrombosis in the neonate: a case report and review of the literature.
We report a case of bilateral renal vein thrombosis in a neonate, and reviewed available literature. The neonate was a macrosomic male born to a mother with glycosuria in pregnancy. There was delay in commencing breasttfeeding for up to 36 hours due to lack of lactation by themother. Clinical and laboratory examination showed enlarged palpable kidneys and azotemia. Diagnosis of bilateral renal vein thrombosis was confirmed by renal ultrasonography. The child is being managed conservatively. Measures aimed at prevention of the disease because of its poor outcome were highlighted.
Anochie
Ifeoma C
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Nephrology Unit, Department of Pediatrics, University of Port Harcourt, Rivers State, Nigeria. anochieify@hotmail.com
Eke
Felicia
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D001942:Breast Feeding; D005320:Fetal Macrosomia / Q000150:complications; D006801:Humans; D007231:Infant, Newborn; D008297:Male; D012082:Renal Veins / Q000000981:diagnostic imaging; D013997:Time Factors; D014463:Ultrasonography; D020246:Venous Thrombosis / Q000150:complications / Q000175:diagnosis* / Q000000981:diagnostic imaging / Q000628:therapy