Renal vein thrombosis in the neonate: a case report and review of the literature
Anochie, I.C.; Eke, F.
Journal of the National Medical Association 96(12): 1648-1652
2004
ISSN/ISBN: 0027-9684 PMID: 15622696 Document Number: 567648
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 breastfeeding for up to 36 hours due to lack of lactation by the mother. 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.