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Friday, October, 23, 2009

Acute Pulmonary Embolism

Health Encyclopedia: Renal Vein Thrombosis

Alternative Names

Clot in the renal vein; Occlusion - renal vein


Treatment

The treatment is focused on preventing new clot formations and reducing the risk of the clot traveling to other locations in the body (embolization). Anticoagulants may be given to prevent formation of new clots. Bedrest or limited activity may be recommended for a brief period.


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Expectations (prognosis)

Renal vein thrombosis usually resolves over time ...

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