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Into Clinical Practice: Diagnosis and Therapy of Retroperitoneal Fibrosis

verfasst von: Paride Fenaroli, Federica Maritati, Augusto Vaglio

Erschienen in: Current Rheumatology Reports | Ausgabe 3/2021

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Abstract

Purpose of the Review

We aim to review the most relevant diagnostic features and treatment options of retroperitoneal fibrosis, in order to provide a useful guide for clinical practice.

Recent Findings

The recent literature highlights the role of imaging studies such as computed tomography, magnetic resonance imaging and positron emission tomography as useful tools for the diagnosis of retroperitoneal fibrosis, with retroperitoneal biopsy being reserved to atypical cases. The treatment approach is mainly conservative and is based on the use of medical therapies plus urological interventions. Medical therapies essentially comprise glucocorticoids and immunosuppressants—either traditional or biological agents such as rituximab. Surgical ureterolysis is only left for refractory cases.

Summary

Recent findings in retroperitoneal fibrosis highlight the possibility of a non-invasive diagnostic approach and a conservative treatment strategy.

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Titel: Into Clinical Practice: Diagnosis and Therapy of Retroperitoneal Fibrosis
verfasst von: Paride Fenaroli
Federica Maritati
Augusto Vaglio
Publikationsdatum: 01.03.2021
Verlag: Springer US
Erschienen in: Current Rheumatology Reports / Ausgabe 3/2021
Print ISSN: 1523-3774
Elektronische ISSN: 1534-6307
DOI: https://doi.org/10.1007/s11926-020-00966-9

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