Review
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World J Gastroenterol. Jan 7, 2013; 19(1): 35-41
Published online Jan 7, 2013. doi: 10.3748/wjg.v19.i1.35
Table 1 Etiological factors of retroperitoneal fibrosis
Etiological factors
Idiopathic RF
IgG4-related lesionsFrequency unknown
Secondary RF
DrugsAnalgesics, β-blockers, etc.
Malignant diseasesMalignant lymphoma, etc.
InfectionsTuberculosis, etc.
RadiotherapyColon cancer, pancreatic cancer, etc.
SurgeryLymphadenectomy, colectomy, etc.
OthersTrauma, etc.