Multicentric transitional cell carcinoma

Case contributed by Mohammad Taghi Niknejad
Diagnosis almost certain

Presentation

Poor urinary stream and hematuria.

Patient Data

Age: 45 years
Gender: Male

An enhancing tumoral mass measuring approximately 48 × 27 mm was noted at the left posterolateral bladder wall, involving the internal ureteral orifice. Additionally, a few small polypoid masses are seen at the right posterolateral bladder wall. Peri vesical fat density is minimally increased.

Case Discussion

The patient underwent surgical resection of urinary bladder mass and biopsy of small urinary bladder polypoid lesions and histopathology evaluation confirms multicentric transitional cell carcinoma

Transitional cell carcinoma is the most common primary malignancy of the urinary tract and may be found along its entire length, from the renal pelvis to the bladder.

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