Renal Vascular Disease refers to disorders affecting the blood vessels supplying the kidneys, most notably renal artery stenosis (narrowing of the renal arteries). This condition reduces blood flow to the kidneys, causing high blood pressure and increasing the risk of chronic kidney damage. It often develops gradually due to atherosclerosis or, less commonly, fibromuscular dysplasia. Dr Vishal Golay, specialist Kidney Doctor in Siliguri, offers expert evaluation and advanced care for patients with suspected or confirmed renal vascular disease.

Symptoms:

• Difficult-to-control high blood pressure
• Sudden worsening of kidney function
• Fluid overload (swelling in ankles, legs, or around eyes)
• Audible abdominal bruit (whooshing sound) on examination
• Occasionally, sudden onset of pulmonary edema (fluid in lungs)
• Often remains silent in early stages and found on investigation

Causes:

• Atherosclerosis: Hardening and narrowing of the renal arteries due to fatty plaque buildup
• Fibromuscular dysplasia: Abnormal growth of artery walls, more common in younger women
• Blood clots or emboli obstructing kidney arteries
• Rarely, inflammatory conditions affecting blood vessels

When to See a Doctor:

If you have hypertension that is difficult to manage, rapidly declining kidney function, or a history of vascular disease elsewhere in the body, consult Dr Vishal Golay – Nephrologist in Siliguri. Early diagnosis and treatment can preserve kidney function and lower cardiovascular risks.