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Contraindications for Kidney Biopsy
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Uncontrolled High Blood Pressure
Increased risk of bleeding due to pressure in the kidneys.
Bleeding Disorders
Higher chance of persistent bleeding post-biopsy due to impaired coagulation.
Severe Obesity
Increased technical difficulty and risk of complications during the procedure.
Active Kidney Infection
Procedure may exacerbate the infection or cause spread to other areas.
Advanced Kidney Disease
Biopsy is unlikely to provide additional useful information and may worsen kidney function.
Single Kidney
Risk of losing the sole functioning kidney due to complications.
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