Nephroangiosclerosis

Nephroangiosclerosis is a kidney disease that is characterized by a gradual decrease in blood flow to the kidneys due to damage to their blood vessels. As a rule, this occurs due to atherosclerosis or hypertension.

Atherosclerosis is a disorder of fat metabolism in which fatty plaques form inside the blood vessels, which leads to a narrow lumen and poor circulation. Hypertension is high blood pressure that, if not controlled, can cause damage to blood vessels, including those in the kidneys.

With nephroangiosclerosis, the kidneys begin to experience a deficiency of oxygen and nutrients, which can lead to a deterioration in their function. A gradual disruption of blood circulation can lead to hypoxia (oxygen starvation) and necrosis of kidney tissue, which in turn can lead to the development of chronic renal failure.

Symptoms of nephroangiosclerosis may include high blood pressure, swelling, protein in the urine, increased urination, fatigue and weakness. However, in the early stages of the disease, symptoms may be subtle or absent altogether, making early diagnosis difficult.

Techniques commonly used to diagnose nephroangiosclerosis include ultrasound, computed tomography, magnetic resonance imaging, arteriography, and renal biopsy. Treatment is usually aimed at controlling blood pressure and treating the cause of the disease, such as atherosclerosis or hypertension.

Depending on the stage of the disease and the presence of complications, surgical intervention such as arterial revascularization or kidney transplantation may be required.

In conclusion, nephroangiosclerosis is a serious kidney disease that can lead to chronic kidney failure if left untreated. Therefore, it is important to consult a doctor promptly if characteristic symptoms appear and monitor your blood pressure and fat metabolism in order to prevent the development of atherosclerosis and hypertension.

Nephrosclerosis, neferosis - partial or complete replacement of the kidney parenchyma with connective tissue - specific sclerosis, in which the kidney parenchyma is replaced by connective tissue, which leads to the appearance of kidneys, consists of a thick scar of varying density and intensity depending on the depth of damage to the parenchyma. In the scientific literature, it is customary to use the term “nephrosclerosis”, but it is also acceptable to use terms synonymous with it: atherosclerosis, atherosclerotic disease, often abbreviated to “atherosclerosis”.