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Cystitis glanduralis complicating an eosinophilic cystitis: a case report
Alfonso Baldi1, Maria Pia Di Marino, Paolo Persichetti
1Department of Biochemistry and Biophysic F. Cedrangolo, Section of Pathology, Second University of Naples, Italy. alfonsobaldi@tiscali.it
In Vivo (Athens, Greece)
|February 5, 2004
Summary
This study details a rare case of cystitis glandularis complicating eosinophilic cystitis in an adult. Treatment involved surgical resection and medication, leading to a disease-free outcome at 24 months.
Area of Science:
- Urology
- Pathology
Background:
- Eosinophilic cystitis is a rare inflammatory bladder condition.
- Cystitis glandularis is a benign glandular metaplasia of the bladder urothelium.
Observation:
- A patient presented with symptoms mimicking a bladder tumor, including dysuria, hematuria, and abdominal pain.
- Initial investigations like ultrasound and cystoscopy suggested a neoplastic process.
Findings:
- Histological examination revealed co-existing cystitis glandularis and eosinophilic cystitis.
- The patient underwent transurethral resection and received a three-month course of corticosteroids and antihistamines.
Implications:
- This case highlights the importance of thorough histological evaluation for accurate diagnosis.
- Successful management of this rare condition can be achieved with combined therapeutic approaches.
- Long-term follow-up is crucial for monitoring disease recurrence.