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.
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.
Authors: Lars Kamper; Alexander Sascha Brandt; Hendrik Ekamp; Matthias Hofer; Stephan Roth; Patrick Haage; Werner Piroth Journal: Diagn Interv Radiol Date: 2014 Jan-Feb Impact factor: 2.630
Authors: Giorgio Treglia; Maria Vittoria Mattoli; Francesco Bertagna; Raffaele Giubbini; Alessandro Giordano Journal: Rheumatol Int Date: 2012-11-05 Impact factor: 2.631