A patient with stenosis (narrowing) of the renal artery is most likely to present with

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Stenosis of the renal artery can cause decreased blood flow to the kidney, leading to activation of the renin-angiotensin-aldosterone system and ultimately hypertension. Uremia (A) is a condition of kidney failure and is less likely to occur with renal artery stenosis. Albuminuria, hypoalbuminemia, and edema (C) are features of nephrotic syndrome, which can be caused by certain kidney diseases but is not directly associated with renal artery stenosis. Glucosuria (D) is the presence of glucose in the urine and can be indicative of uncontrolled diabetes, but is not specific to renal artery stenosis.

A Patient with Stenosis (Narrowing) of the Renal Artery Is