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Retroperitoneal fibrosis primary prevention
Introduction
Overview
Overview
Primary Prevention
Primary Prevention
If possible, avoid long-term use of medications that contain methysergide, which has been shown to cause retroperitoneal fibrosis. Methysergide is sometimes used to treat migraine headaches.
References
References
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