The Ichilov Clinic offers a full range of services for individuals with kidney diseases, including first-class treatment for complex and rare renal vascular conditions, including renal artery thrombosis. Our vascular surgeons perform traditional and endovascular surgeries (minimally invasive procedures) to restore renal veins and arteries and minimize kidney damage.
In developing a comprehensive treatment program, the clinic's doctors pay attention to the physical, emotional, and social needs of the patient, thereby ensuring maximum comfort during the patient's stay at Ichilov. In addition to medical and surgical treatment, the Ichilov team will individually tailor lifestyle change recommendations. Reviews from those who have completed treatment can be found in the relevant section on this site.
Treatment Methods for Renal Artery Thrombosis
Treatment of renal artery thrombosis depends on the severity of the condition, including the size of the clot and the presence of clots in both renal veins. In some cases of small clots, the doctor may recommend supportive treatment until symptoms improve. In more complex situations, the methods described below are prescribed.
Medication Treatment
Renal vein thrombosis is usually treated with an anticoagulant that prevents blood clotting. Medications are administered intravenously (IV) for several days and then taken orally for several weeks or more.
Renal Angioplasty and Stenting
This is an endovascular procedure in which a catheter with a balloon tip is used to first inflate the narrowed renal artery or vein, and then a tiny mesh cylinder called a stent is placed to keep the blood vessel open permanently.
Renal Endarterectomy
This surgical procedure involves removing the inner layer of the renal artery that contains plaque restricting blood flow. After the plaque is removed, the artery becomes smooth and unobstructed again.
Arterial Bypass Surgery
Bypass surgery is a surgical method of creating a detour around a narrowed or blocked section of the renal artery. This "bypass," made from one of the patient's own veins or synthetic material, allows blood to be redirected around the blockage and flow to the kidneys.
Thrombolysis
This method is used to dissolve a blood clot by administering a medication that breaks down clots directly into the blocked renal vein.
Dialysis
If signs of extensive kidney damage and renal failure are detected, the patient may require temporary dialysis. Dialysis is a treatment used to restore normal kidney function when they stop working effectively.
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Diagnostic Methods
Comprehensive diagnostics for kidney diseases at Ichilov is conducted with high accuracy and usually takes no more than three days.
On the first day of the patient's stay at the clinic, a consultation with the treating nephrologist is conducted. To determine if the patient has renal artery stenosis, the doctor will perform a physical examination, order laboratory tests, and inquire about your health and your family's health history.
This day includes laboratory and instrumental studies as prescribed by the attending physician.
Types of laboratory tests:
- General urine analysis. It may be used to determine the underlying cause of the disease and identify kidney issues.
- Urine culture for microflora
Types of imaging tests:
- Duplex Doppler. This test uses sound waves to show how blood flows through a blood vessel. It can indicate reduced blood flow through narrowed sections of the renal arteries.
- Computed Tomography (CT). This test uses X-rays to obtain images of the renal arteries. A special dye is injected into a vein (IV) to obtain very detailed images of the arteries. It can show whether the artery is narrowed or blocked.
- Magnetic Resonance Angiography. This test uses a magnetic field and radio wave energy pulses to obtain images of the renal arteries. The test can show narrowing of the renal arteries and the condition of the artery walls.
- Renal Catheter Angiography. This is an X-ray test that provides an image of blood flow in blood vessels, such as the renal arteries.
Once the examination results are ready, an expert group of specialists from related fields is assembled to collectively review the clinical case, make an accurate diagnosis, determine the prognosis, and develop the most relevant treatment plan.
What is the Cost of Treatment for Renal Artery Thrombosis
The total cost of treating any disease is always made up of the costs of the necessary medical and diagnostic procedures, the number of bed days, and the cost of medications used. Since the full scope of treatment becomes known only after comprehensive diagnostics at the clinic, the final price is calculated at that time.
An approximate cost can be requested during the trip preparation stage. To do this, you need to leave your contact details in one of the application forms on the website so that our consultant can get in touch with you.
Advantages of Treatment at Ichilov
- Tel Aviv Ichilov Medical Center is a leading multidisciplinary medical institution in Israel, recognized worldwide as a leader in medical tourism.
- Ichilov specialists continuously enhance their knowledge and experience, keeping up with the latest developments in their field and successfully applying them in their professional practice. About 90% of our specialists have trained in residency programs at major clinics in Europe and North America.
- The medical center's equipment is regularly updated, and only modern, high-precision technology is used in diagnostics and treatment.
- Staying in the hospital (including medical expenses and travel costs) is much cheaper than in a similar medical institution in the USA or Europe.
To learn more about treatment options at the Israeli Ichilov Clinic, leave your contact details in one of the application forms. Our consultant will contact you and assist with planning and organizing your treatment trip and obtaining remote consultations.