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Leiomyoma of the urinary bladder
Anila Jamshaid1, Zeeshan Arshad1, Syed Zafar Zaidi1
1The Indus Hospital, Karachi, Pakistan.
JPMA. the Journal of the Pakistan Medical Association
|September 20, 2017
Summary
A rare urinary bladder tumor, leiomyoma, is detailed in this case study of a 38-year-old female. Diagnosis involved imaging and TURBT, with local excision ultimately resolving urinary retention.
Area of Science:
- Urology
- Oncology
Background:
- Leiomyoma of the urinary bladder is an uncommon neoplasm, accounting for less than 0.5% of all bladder tumors.
- This report presents a rare case of bladder leiomyoma in a 38-year-old female.
Observation:
- The patient presented with a year of obstructive lower urinary tract symptoms and acute urinary retention.
- Imaging revealed a well-circumscribed polypoidal lesion measuring 4.4 x 4.5 cm near the bladder neck.
- Initial transurethral resection of bladder tumor (TURBT) was followed by recurrent urinary retention.
Findings:
- Histopathology confirmed the diagnosis of bladder leiomyoma.
- Local excision of the tumor was performed due to persistent symptoms after TURBT.
Implications:
- This case highlights the diagnostic and management considerations for bladder leiomyoma.
- Effective treatment strategies, including surgical excision, are crucial for symptom resolution.
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