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Uncommon Prostate Malignant Neoplasms.
Natally Horvat1,2, Marcelo Gusmao2, Fernando Morbeck Almeida Coelho2,3
1Department of Radiology, Hospital Sírio-Libanês, São Paulo, Brazil.
Topics in Magnetic Resonance Imaging : TMRI
|February 5, 2020
Summary
Radiologists should recognize uncommon prostate cancers beyond adenocarcinoma. This review covers prostate anatomy, histology, and key imaging findings for rare malignant neoplasms to improve diagnostic accuracy.
Area of Science:
- Radiology
- Oncology
- Pathology
Background:
- Prostate adenocarcinoma is the most common prostate cancer.
- Several other malignant neoplasms of the prostate require radiologist familiarity.
- Histological classification includes epithelial, mesenchymal, neuroendocrine, hematolymphoid, and stromal tumors.
Purpose of the Study:
- Review prostate gland anatomy and histology.
- Provide an overview of uncommon malignant prostate neoplasms.
- Emphasize clinical, pathological, and imaging findings for rare prostate tumors.
Main Methods:
- Literature review of prostate cancer classifications.
- Analysis of clinical presentations of rare prostate neoplasms.
- Review of prostate magnetic resonance imaging (MRI) features.
Main Results:
- Detailed review of prostate anatomy and histology.
- Comprehensive overview of uncommon prostate malignant neoplasms.
- Key clinical, pathological, and MRI findings for rare tumors are highlighted.
Conclusions:
- Familiarity with uncommon prostate neoplasms enhances radiologist diagnostic ability.
- Understanding rare tumor features aids in appropriate patient workup.
- This review serves as a guide for interpreting prostate MRI for diverse malignancies.
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