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Cholesterol Embolism - Atheroembolic Renal Disease
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Prevention & Expectations
What can be done to prevent the disease?
Some cases of atheroembolic renal disease cannot be prevented. Other times, the following steps may prevent the disease:
What are the long-term effects of the disease?
Long-standing high blood pressure can cause heart attacks, strokes, and death. Untreated atheroembolic disease may also cause kidney failure. Blood clots can rupture, causing dramatic blood loss. This may lead to shock, and even death.
What are the risks to others?
Atheroembolic disease is not contagious and poses no risk to others.