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Non-prostatic malignant disease mimicking prostatic cancer.
B Kromann-Andersen1, P Sommer, A Glenthøj
1Department of Urology, Herlev Hospital, University of Copenhagen, Denmark.
International Urology and Nephrology
|January 1, 1990
Summary
Pelvic tumors can mimic prostate cancer symptoms. Diagnostic imaging and biopsy confirmed rare pelvic tumors, highlighting poor prognosis for pelvic sarcoma post-radiotherapy.
Area of Science:
- Oncology
- Urology
- Radiology
Background:
- Prostate carcinoma is a common malignancy in men.
- Pelvic tumors can present with symptoms mimicking urological conditions.
- Early and accurate diagnosis is crucial for effective treatment.
Observation:
- Three patients presented with symptoms suggestive of prostatic carcinoma.
- Two patients had pelvic sarcoma, and one had metastatic bronchial carcinoma.
- Transrectal ultrasonic scanning and perineal biopsy were utilized for diagnosis.
Findings:
- Diagnostic imaging and biopsy successfully identified rare pelvic tumors.
- Pelvic sarcoma demonstrated a poor prognosis following radiotherapy.
- Metastatic bronchial carcinoma presented as a diagnostic challenge.
Implications:
- Highlights the importance of considering differential diagnoses in urological symptoms.
- Underscores the need for advanced imaging and biopsy techniques.
- Suggests limited efficacy of radiotherapy for advanced pelvic sarcoma.