A Case of Prostate Cancer Recurrence Presenting With Lung Cancer-Like Computed Tomography Findings

Area of Science:

• Oncology
• Pulmonology
• Diagnostic Procedures

Background:

• Prostate cancer is a common malignancy in men.
• Surgical intervention is a primary treatment modality for localized prostate cancer.
• Metastatic recurrence can occur years after initial treatment.

Purpose of the Study:

• To report a case of solitary lung nodule as a manifestation of prostate cancer recurrence.
• To emphasize the diagnostic utility of active bronchoscopy in identifying metastatic disease.
• To highlight the importance of considering extraglandular recurrence in patients with a history of prostate cancer.

Main Methods:

• Case report of a 58-year-old male patient.
• Review of patient's medical history including prior prostate cancer surgery.
• Diagnostic workup including imaging (solitary lung nodule) and bronchoscopy.
• Histopathological confirmation of metastatic prostate cancer.

Main Results:

• A solitary pulmonary nodule was identified in the right lung.
• Bronchoscopy revealed metastatic prostate cancer.
• The patient had a history of prostate cancer surgery two years prior.

Conclusions:

• Solitary pulmonary nodules can represent prostate cancer recurrence.
• Active bronchoscopy is an effective diagnostic tool for pulmonary metastases.
• Vigilance for recurrence is essential in patients with a history of prostate cancer, even with isolated findings.