Unilateral Duplication of Renal Vessels: Exploring Anatomical, Clinical, and Surgical Insights

Abstract

The classic description of renal vascularization typically refers to a renal artery and vein. Nevertheless, this vascular configuration exhibits numerous anatomical variations in terms of their number, origin, and course, primarily attributable to ontogenetic alterations. While performing standard abdominal dissections for medical students, we examined the kidneys and their vasculature observing variations in the morphological arrangements of the right renal artery and renal vein. This case report aims to shed light on these variations, thereby enhancing clinicians' awareness of the intricate blood supply to the kidney. Understanding the diverse patterns of renal artery variations holds significance for urologists, radiologists, and surgeons alike. Such insights can prove invaluable for practitioners engaged in invasive procedures and vascular surgeries.

Keywords: renal artery, renal vein, vascular variation, anatomical variants, renal surgery