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[Bladder leiomyoma. Report of one case]
Roberto Ferrero Doria1, José Antonio Ramos Níguez, Francisco García Víctor
1Servicio de Urología y Servicio de Anatomía Patológica, Hospital Francesc de Boaria de Gandía, Valencia, España. alenata@inicia.es
Archivos Espanoles De Urologia
|February 18, 2006
Summary
A bladder leiomyoma, a rare benign tumor, was diagnosed in a 56-year-old female presenting with renal colic. This case highlights the importance of considering all pathological possibilities for bladder filling defects.
Area of Science:
- Urology
- Oncology
- Pathology
Background:
- Bladder leiomyomas are rare benign tumors originating from smooth muscle tissue.
- They can present with various symptoms, including renal colic due to urinary tract obstruction.
- Differential diagnosis of bladder filling defects is crucial for appropriate management.
Observation:
- A 56-year-old female presented with symptoms of renal colic.
- Diagnostic workup, including intravenous urography, ultrasound, and urine cytology, revealed a bladder filling defect.
- The lesion was completely resected via transurethral surgery.
Findings:
- Post-operative pathological examination confirmed the diagnosis of bladder leiomyoma.
- This finding underscores the importance of comprehensive pathological evaluation.
Implications:
- Bladder leiomyoma should be included in the differential diagnosis for bladder filling defects, even in the presence of obstructive symptoms like renal colic.
- Accurate diagnosis and treatment are essential for patient outcomes.
- This case emphasizes that bladder leiomyoma is often an incidental finding post-resection.