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Benign inverted papilloma at bladder neck causing acute urinary retention
Louisa Ho1, Edward Jones2, Alexander Kavanagh1
1Department of Urological Sciences, University of British Columbia, Vancouver, BC, Canada.
Journal of Surgical Case Reports
|June 27, 2018
Summary
Inverted papilloma, a rare benign bladder tumor, can cause urinary retention. Surgical resection of this bladder neck tumor resolved the patient's acute urinary retention and voiding difficulties.
Area of Science:
- Urology
- Oncology
- Pathology
Background:
- Inverted papilloma is an uncommon benign neoplasm of the urinary tract.
- Bladder tumors, though often malignant, can present with benign pathologies.
Observation:
- A 59-year-old male presented with gross hematuria and acute urinary retention.
- Cystoscopy identified a solitary papillary tumor obstructing the bladder neck.
Findings:
- Histological examination confirmed the diagnosis of inverted papilloma.
- Transurethral resection successfully removed the tumor.
Implications:
- This case highlights inverted papilloma as a cause of bladder outlet obstruction and acute urinary retention.
- Prompt diagnosis and surgical management are crucial for resolving symptoms and preventing complications.
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