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What causes retroperotaneal lymphadenopathy?

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Inflammation, tumors: These are the most common causes of retroperitoneal lymphadenopathy. Lymphomas, tumors of the intestinal tract, pancreas, kidneys are tumors that may do this. Inflammation and infections may also do this.

Answered 10/7/2013

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