A clinical study to evaluate the role of CT in the detection, localization and characterization of retroperitoneal masses

Abstract

Background: Retroperitoneal masses constitute a heterogeneous group of uncommon lesions and represent a challenge due to overlapping imaging findings. Most are malignant lesions. 
Aims: To evaluate the role of CT in the detection, localization and characterization of retroperitoneal masses and to compare and correlate with post-surgical evaluation and histological evaluation whenever possible.
Materials and Methods: The cross-sectional study carried out in the Department of Radiodiagnosis for a period of 2 years. Present study involved 50 patients of either sex belonging to various age groups. The CT scan findings were correlated with the findings at surgery and histopathological examination.