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Secondary carcinoma of the penis. A report of three new cases
F J Ucar1, J E Robles, W A Isa
1Department of Urology, University Clinic, University of Navarra, Spain.
Abstract:
Metastatic tumors of the penis are rare. They are usually secondary to primaries of the genitourinary and gastrointestinal tracts. Surgical therapy of lesions involving the corpora cavernosa can result in prolonged survival. However, rarely does the metastasis represent a true solitary event. We report 3 new cases with primary tumors in the bladder.
Insights
Penile metastases, often from genitourinary or gastrointestinal cancers, are rare. Surgical intervention for penile tumors involving the corpora cavernosa can extend survival, though solitary metastasis is uncommon, as illustrated by three bladder cancer cases.
Area of Science:
- Urologic Oncology
- Surgical Pathology
- Medical Oncology
Background:
- Metastatic tumors to the penis are infrequent occurrences in clinical practice.
- Secondary penile malignancies most commonly originate from primary tumors within the genitourinary and gastrointestinal systems.