Presentation
Incidental finding on CTA chest post bicycle accident.
Patient Data
Age: 25 years
Gender: Male
From the case:
Bilateral accessory renal arteries
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Bilateral accessory renal arteries are noted as an incidental finding.
Case Discussion
Accessory renal arteries are a common finding, being present in ~30% (range 25-50%) of autopsy series and most commonly arise from the aorta.
Typically, accessory renal arteries course towards the hilum and supply an upper or lower pole.