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Primary amyloidosis of urethra
J A Provet1, J Mennen, M Sabatini
1Department of Urology, Cabrini Medical Center, New York, New York.
Urology
|August 1, 1989
Summary
Primary localized urethral amyloidosis is a rare condition. This study presents a new case, highlighting its importance due to symptoms mimicking cancer and the need for conservative treatment.
Area of Science:
- Urology
- Pathology
Background:
- Primary localized amyloidosis of the urethra is an exceptionally rare condition.
- Only 17 cases have been documented in medical literature to date.
- The condition's clinical presentation can closely resemble urethral carcinoma.