Schistosomiasis causing bladder and appendix calcification

Case contributed by Taryn Roya Kalami
Diagnosis probable

Presentation

3 months history of hematuria.

Patient Data

Age: 55 years
Gender: Male

Extensive calcification of the bladder, both ureters (rim only) and the appendix. The pelvicalyceal systems are spared. 

Case Discussion

Bladder calcification is a well documented complication of chronic Schistosoma haematobium. This case highlights how other abdominal organs can be involved.  

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