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Cost for treatment

Diagnosis and conservative treatment of nephrosclerosis
5655.35
Treatment of nephrosclerosis with laparoscopic nephrectomy
5875.63
General therapeutic rehabilitation
0.00
The University Hospital Saarland Homburg is the largest hospital in the city of Homburg and the most important medical facility in the region. The hospital, which currently has 30 specialized departments and 20 institutes, was founded in 1947 and operates on the basis of Saarland University. The hospital plays a leading role in
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According to the Focus magazine, University Hospital Erlangen ranks among the best medical facilities in Germany! The hospital is one of the leading healthcare facilities in Bavaria and offers top-class medical care distinguished by the close intertwining of clinical activities with research and training of medical students. The
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The University Hospital Oldenburg is a multidisciplinary medical complex offering top-notch services of the European standard. The hospital has 20 specialized departments, 15 highly specialized centers, and more than 10 institutes. The hospital provides services in almost all areas of modern medicine: general and abdominal surge
According to the prestigious Focus magazine, the University Hospital RWTH Aachen ranks among the top German hospitals! As a maximum care university medical facility, the hospital guarantees patients first-class medical services combined with a respectful and human attitude. The hospital integrates all the modern options for the
The Rambam Health Care Campus Haifa is the largest and the most progressive hospital in Northern Israel. The medical center was founded in 1938 and nowadays is proud of its long history, rich and successful experience in providing comprehensive medical services in all medical fields. The hospital serves more than 2 million local
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The Hanyang University Medical Center was founded in 1972 and today is one of the largest and most advanced providers of medical services in Korea and around the world. The medical institution runs 9 specialized centers and 26 departments fitted out with state-of-the-art equipment. The most important component of successful trea
The Marien Hospital Duesseldorf is a modern medical facility in the very center of Duesseldorf and a recognized Research Center. The foundation stone of the hospital was laid back in 1864 with the support of the Catholic Church. The Christian principles of helping and supporting patients have not changed at all over the years, b
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The DKD HELIOS Clinic Wiesbaden has long made a name for itself in the international medical arena by introducing an optimal model of medical care, combining the use of the most advanced medical technologies, the experience of highly qualified doctors and impeccable quality of patient care. The medical facility first opened its
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University Hospital Ulm
University Hospital Ulm
Overall rating8.73571 / 10
The University Hospital Ulm is an advanced medical complex that provides patients with high-class medical care using the very latest scientific achievements. The medical facility has been performing successful clinical activities for more than 40 years and has long earned an excellent reputation throughout Europe. The hospital r
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According to the prestigious Focus magazine, the Hospital Harlaching Munich ranks among the top 20 medical centers in Bavaria, and is also one of the 100 best hospitals in Germany! The medical complex provides top-class medical care, which meets modern European standards. The medical facility is an Academic Hospital of the Ludwi
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HELIOS Clinic Krefeld
HELIOS Clinic Krefeld
Overall rating9.7 / 10
Founded in 2014, the HELIOS Clinic Krefeld is one of the most modern medical facilities in Germany today. A team of highly qualified specialists, innovative medical equipment and comfortable accommodation conditions – the clinic has everything to make the treatment run smoothly and efficiently. Having crossed the threshold
The Asklepios Hospital Barmbek Hamburg is an academic hospital of the University of Hamburg. The hospital was opened in 2005, and today it is one of the best and most modern medical centers in Europe. The priority areas of specialization of the medical facility are emergency medical care and comprehensive treatment of cancer, ur
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An academic clinic of the university medical complex Charité, the Vivantes Humboldt Hospital is one of the largest specialized medical institutions in Berlin. The hospital is famous for its impeccable reputation in the field of traumatology, orthopedics, urology and gynecology, as well as treatment of oncological diseases
According to the prestigious medical publication Focus, the University Hospital Tuebingen ranks among the top five German hospitals! The hospital was founded in 1805, therefore it is proud of its long history, unique experience, and outstanding achievements in the field of medical care, as well as research and teaching activitie
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The Municipal Hospital Karlsruhe is a modern maximum care medical facility, which combines a long tradition and the advanced achievements of modern medicine. The hospital operates on the basis of the University of Freiburg, so scientific innovations in the field of diagnostics and treatment are continuously introduced into pract
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According to the reputable Focus magazine, the Hospital Cologne-Merheim ranks among the top German medical centers! The health facility is an academic hospital of Witten/Herdecke University, which gives patients access to the very latest developments in European medicine. The Hospital Cologne-Merheim positions itself as a maximu
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About the disease

Nephrosclerosis is a condition whereby the kidneys are damaged by chronic hypertension (suffering from high blood pressure for a long period of time). This causes the walls of the renal artery to become hardened and congested. People with diabetes are more prone to high blood pressure, and are therefore also more prone to kidney problems. If not treated in time, nephrosclerosis can lead to renal failure, which can be fatal.

According to Britannica.com, there are two types of nephrosclerosis: benign and malignant. At first the smaller blood vessels are affected, followed by the larger ones, and so on. Over time, the whole wall of the renal artery can thicken, causing the supply of blood to the kidney to become blocked. This is when symptoms usually start to appear.

In benign nephrosclerosis, the hardening of the artery walls takes a very long time: the process can last for decades before manifesting itself. If the blockage is complete, which is rare, there is a high risk of renal failure. In malignant nephrosclerosis, the artery walls also harden and thicken, but at a much quicker pace. In some cases the process of deterioration can take mere days and results in a medical emergency, requiring immediate hospitalization.

Symptoms

  • Nausea
  • Vomiting
  • Weight loss
  • Lack of appetite
  • Drowsiness
  • Confusion
  • Foul taste in the mouth
  • Blood in the urine, in severe cases
  • Painful urination, in some cases
  • Changes in the retina

Diagnosis

  • During a general examination, the doctor will ask the patient how long they have suffered from high blood pressure and what caused it.
  • The doctor will also ask about the symptoms listed above, to determine whether high blood pressure could be having a detrimental effect on the kidneys.
  • Changes in the retina can indicate kidneys problems in people with high blood pressure, so the doctor might also examine the patient’s eyes.
  • A blood test and urinalysis are helpful in determining the extent of damage to the kidneys. A urinalysis can also rule out a kidney infection.
  • Imaging tests, such as an ultrasound, can display the damage to the kidney and also determine the stage of nephrosclerosis.

Treatment

  • Conservative treatment, such as the prescription of blood pressure medications, can normalize the patient’s blood pressure and prevent the hardening of the artery walls.
  • A laparoscopic nephrectomy is a surgical procedure whereby a damaged kidney is removed if it cannot be repaired. This surgery is required if there is a very high risk of renal failure or if it has already happened.

Authors: Dr. Vadim ZhiliukDr. Sergey Pashchenko