A case is reported of rhabdomyolysis and acute tubular necrosis following an exaggerated knee-chest position to repair a urethral stricture. To our knowledge this is the first case reported of this syndrome occurring after a urologic procedure.

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This report documents a case of hypertension caused by an intrarenal arterial stenosis in a ten-year-old girl. The renovascular origin of her hypertension was suggested by a positive saralasin acetate infusion test, and the lesion was identified by use of the subtraction technique in renal arteriography. Partial nephrectomy resulted in resolution of the patient's hypertension with good function in the remaining portion of the kidney.

We report our experience with the subclavian vein as a route for temporary vascular access. By modifying the technique described by Uldall one can place these catheters at the bedside without the need of a separate exit tunnel. They are easily maintained in place and allow for early discharge home while awaiting permanent vascular access maturation. The results of approximately 600 dialysis treatments showed adequate clearence with a mean postdialysis drop in creatinine of 5.0mg./dl. and BUN of 46mg./dl. Complication rates were minimal with no hemo or pneumothorax. The rate of complications between bedside and operating room placement was not different. We feel the low complication rate, the ease of insertion, and the patency at home makes this an attractive alternative to other means of temporary dialysis such as: peritoneal dialysis, repeat femoral vein catheterization or arteriovenous shunts.

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