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Rapidly resolved IgG4-related retroperitoneal fibrosis after steroid pulse therapy / 영남의대학술지
Yeungnam University Journal of Medicine ; : 40-43, 2016.
Article in English | WPRIM | ID: wpr-60380
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Retroperitoneal fibrosis (RF) is a disorder characterized by the presence of a retroperitoneal mass and concurrent systemic inflammation. Some cases of RF are recognized as belonging to the spectrum of immunoglobulin G4-related disease (IgG4-RD). Glucocorticoids are highly effective for treatment of retroperitoneal fibrosis, although the optimal dose and duration of therapy have not been established. An initial dose of prednisone (40-60 mg) daily is usually administered with a tapering scheme. We report on a 55-year-old man diagnosed with IgG4-related RF and successfully treated with a 3-day course of daily 250 mg (4 mg/kg) intravenous methylprednisolone, which resulted in the prompt resolution of urinary obstruction and systemic symptoms.
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Full text: Available Index: WPRIM (Western Pacific) Main subject: Retroperitoneal Fibrosis / Immunoglobulins / Methylprednisolone / Prednisone / Glucocorticoids / Inflammation Limits: Humans Language: English Journal: Yeungnam University Journal of Medicine Year: 2016 Type: Article

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Full text: Available Index: WPRIM (Western Pacific) Main subject: Retroperitoneal Fibrosis / Immunoglobulins / Methylprednisolone / Prednisone / Glucocorticoids / Inflammation Limits: Humans Language: English Journal: Yeungnam University Journal of Medicine Year: 2016 Type: Article