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Rectal Metastasis Causing Rectal Constriction From High-Grade Urothelial Carcinoma.
Hassan Chamas1,2, Brian Hoffmann2, Jonathan Millard3
1Medicine, Edward Via College of Osteopathic Medicine, Blacksburg, USA.
This case report highlights a rare instance of urothelial carcinoma metastasizing to the rectum. Early rectal symptoms masked the underlying bladder cancer, emphasizing the need to consider metastasis in rectal mass differentials.
Area of Science:
- Oncology
- Urology
- Gastroenterology
Background:
- Urothelial carcinoma originates in the urinary tract lining.
- Common metastasis sites include lymph nodes, bone, liver, and lungs.
- Rectal metastasis from urothelial carcinoma is exceptionally rare.
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