The Value of Ultrasonography in the Diagnosis of Idiopathic Retroperitoneal Fibrosis
10.3969/j.issn.1005-5185.2010.01.023
- VernacularTitle:超声检查诊断特发性腹膜后纤维化的应用价值
- Author:
Chunguang WANG
;
Yantao CHEN
;
Guirong WANG
;
Ying NA
- Publication Type:Journal Article
- Keywords:
retroperitoneal fibrosis,idiopathic;
ultrasonography
- From:
Chinese Journal of Medical Imaging
2010;(1):72-74
- CountryChina
- Language:Chinese
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Abstract:
Purpose To explore the ultrasonic characteristics of idiopathic retroperitoneal fibrosis (IRPF) and assess the diagnostic value of ultrasound. Materials and Methods Ultrasonic images of 11 cases of IRPF were retrospectively analyzed.Results The hypoechogenic masses encasing the abdominal aorta were detected in all cases, among which the encasement of inferior vena cava was found in 4 cases, the involvement of iliac artery in 3 cases and hydronephrosis in 9 cases.Conclusion IRPF demonstrated ultrasonic characteristics that would facilitate its detection and diagnosis.
