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What does abnormal retro peritoneal/para aortic mean? this was stated on brothers mri report.
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Report: It implies the reader saw abnormalities in the retro peritoneal space adjacent to the aorta. Perhaps lymph nodes enlarged. Need to ask the dr. Caring for your brother for specifics.
Answered 1/2/2015
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