Retroperitoneal fibrosis

A rare, serious disorder characterized by extensive fibrosis in the retroperitoneum. In most cases its etiology is unknown. In some cases it is related to autoimmunity or metastatic cancer. It leads to the entrapment and obstruction of vital retroperitoneal structures including the ureters.

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Dr. Lambodar Bhat

General Surgery

This patient 42 yrs male diabetic for the last 12 yrs presented with history of pain in the back and lower abdomen, swel...See More

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Dr. Lambodar Bhat

General Surgery

diagnosed as retroperitoneal fibrosis and being treated conservatively

Dr. Rajkumar Gandhi

Urology

22yr/f, pituitary dwarf, appears 9yrs, came with intermittent catheterization for retention.USG ,Bil HN.&HU. IVU , bil ...See More

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Stemmer’s sign is due to? A. Lipodystrophy B. Retroperitoneal fibrosis C. Subcutaneous fibrosis D. Deep vein thrombosis

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Dr. Ashish Parikh

Urology

The most common primary medical management of idiopathic retroperitoneal fibrosis is; a. Cyclophosphamide. b. Tamoxifen. c. Mycophenolate. d. Corticosteroids.

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