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Bladder malacoplakia, a rare urinary tract disease, is often misdiagnosed. Surgical resection or electrocoagulation combined with antibiotics offers an effective treatment for this condition.

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Background:

  • Bladder malacoplakia is a rare chronic granulomatous disease predominantly affecting the urinary system.
  • Its complex etiology contributes to a high rate of clinical misdiagnosis.
  • Increased exposure to clinical cases is crucial for improving diagnosis and treatment strategies.

Observation:

  • A 65-year-old woman presented with symptoms of dysuria, frequent urination, urgency, and pain, but without hematuria or pyuria.
  • She underwent bladder tumor electrocision, including electrotomy and electrocoagulation, followed by anti-infection treatment.
  • Postoperative histopathological analysis confirmed bladder malacoplakia via light and electron microscopy.

Findings:

  • Histopathological examination is essential for diagnosing bladder malacoplakia.
  • Both electrotomy and electrocoagulation demonstrated a curative effect in managing the condition.
  • Combined antibiotic treatment with surgical intervention yields a favorable therapeutic outcome.

Implications:

  • This case highlights the importance of considering bladder malacoplakia in the differential diagnosis of urinary symptoms.
  • Effective management involves a combination of surgical procedures and antibiotic therapy.
  • Further clinical case studies are needed to refine diagnostic and therapeutic approaches for bladder malacoplakia.