Korean J Urol.
2002 Mar;43(3):246-249.
Idiopathic Retroperitoneal Fibrosis Treated with Medical Therapy
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- 1Department of Urology, Christian Hospital, Kwang Ju, Korea.
Abstract
- Retroperitoneal fibrosis, although benign, has a malignant course due to an encasement and obstruction of the retroperitoneal structures, particularly the urinary system. The most common treatment is often a surgical exploration followed by urologic intervention. However, steroid or azathioprine therapy has been advocated, with varying results and major side-effects. Recently, the successful medical therapy in patients with an early stage and low malignant potential has been reported. Here we report a male patient who underwent successful treatment of an idiopathic retroperitoneal fibrosis with tamoxifen and prednisolone.
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