Immunoglobulin G4-related Retroperitoneal Fibrosis of the Pelvis

[摘要] Retroperitoneal fibrosis (RPF) is a rare disease characterized by the replacement of normal tissue with fibrosis and/or inflammation. In this case, a 68-year-old man presented with RPF in the pelvis, a rare location for this disease. Biopsies were performed, which showed elevated levels of C-reactive protein, erythrocyte sedimentation rate, and, most importantly, immunoglobulin G4 (IgG4). It has been postulated that IgG4-related sclerosing disease is a systemic disease. Treatment has been successful with systemic corticosteroids.

[学科分类] 基础医学

[关键词] Retroperitoneal fibrosis;Serum immunoglobulin G4