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Bladder calcification in the prune-belly syndrome
Radiology
|March 1, 1981
Insights
Bladder wall calcification is a notable finding in neonates with prune-belly syndrome. This review discusses radiological and pathological features in two cases and four additional ones.
Area of Science:
- Pediatric Radiology
- Neonatal Pathology
- Urology
Background:
- Prune-belly syndrome is a rare congenital disorder.
- It is characterized by abdominal muscle deficiency, urinary tract abnormalities, and cryptorchidism.
- Bladder wall calcification is an uncommon manifestation.
Observation:
- Two neonates with prune-belly syndrome presented with calcification of the bladder wall.
- Radiological imaging revealed distinct calcific patterns.
- Pathological examination confirmed the presence of calcification within the bladder wall.
Findings:
- The study details the radiological appearance of bladder calcification in prune-belly syndrome.
- Pathological findings correlate with imaging observations.
- A review of four additional cases provides further insights into this association.
Implications:
- Understanding bladder calcification in prune-belly syndrome aids in diagnosis and management.
- This finding may have implications for long-term urinary tract health.
- Further research can elucidate the pathophysiology and clinical significance.
Abstract:
Calcification of the bladder wall is described in two neonates with the prune-belly syndrome. The radiological and pathological findings are discussed and four additional cases are reviewed.