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Retroperitoneal inflammation - Overview

Alternative Names

Retroperitonitis

Definition of Retroperitoneal inflammation:

Retroperitoneal inflammation is swelling that occurs in the retroperitoneal space. The retroperitoneal space is in front of the lower back and behind the abdominal lining (peritoneum). Organs in this space include the pancrease, spleen, and kidneys.

  • Reviewed last on: 10/26/2006
  • Benjamin W. Van Voorhees, MD, MPH, Assistant Professor of Medicine and Pediatrics, The University of Chicago, Chicago, IL. Review provided by VeriMed Healthcare Network.
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