Health Dictionary
Reliable, easy-to-read patient information on common medical conditions — written in plain language, free of jargon, and grounded in current evidence. Browse the most frequent diagnoses, understand what they mean for everyday life, and learn which steps and questions help you have a focused conversation with your doctor.
Abdominal bruit medical therapy
Introduction
Overview
Overview
Medical Therapy
Medical Therapy
- In the critically ill patient with a ruptured aortic aneurysm, the first goal is to stabilize the patient and repair the aneurysm immediately.
- Treat underlying etiology
- Consult nephrology for appropriate management of renal insufficiency
Pharmacotherapy
In the patient with renal artery stenosis, the goal is to treat the hypertension
- In patients with bilateral stenosis, avoid ACE inhibitors.
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