Retroperitoneal fibrosis: a review of clinical features and imaging findings.
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.


CONCLUSIONS
Familiarity with the realm of imaging manifestations of retroperitoneal fibrosis is vital to ensure correct diagnosis and optimal treatment.
Cronin
Carmel G
CG
Department of Radiology, University College Hospital, Newcastle Rd., Galway, Ireland. carmelcronin2000@hotmail.com
Lohan
Derek G
DG
Blake
Michael A
MA
Roche
Clare
C
McCarthy
Peter
P
Murphy
Joseph M
JM
D003287:Contrast Media; D003937:Diagnosis, Differential; D003952:Diagnostic Imaging; D006801:Humans; D015994:Incidence; D012185:Retroperitoneal Fibrosis / Q000175:diagnosis* / Q000453:epidemiology / Q000473:pathology
D003287:Contrast Media