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DOI:10.2214/AJR.07.3629
AJR 2008; 191:423-431
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Review

Retroperitoneal Fibrosis: A Review of Clinical Features and Imaging Findings

Carmel G. Cronin1, Derek G. Lohan1, Michael A. Blake2, Clare Roche1, Peter McCarthy1 and Joseph M. Murphy1

1 Department of Radiology, University College Hospital, Newcastle Rd., Galway, Ireland.
2 Department of Radiology, Massachusetts General Hospital, Boston, MA.

OBJECTIVE. Retroperitoneal fibrosis is a rare collagen vascular disorder of unclear cause. Both benign and malignant associations have been described, rendering differentiation of these entities of paramount importance because sinister pathology alters the diagnosis. Thus, a high level of diligence is required in the investigation of this condition, particularly in patients with concomitant systemic conditions.

CONCLUSION. Familiarity with the realm of imaging manifestations of retroperitoneal fibrosis is vital to ensure correct diagnosis and optimal treatment.

Keywords: fibrosis • malignant retroperitoneal disease • retroperitoneal fibrosis


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