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Herald lesion of the urinary bladder
Scandinavian Journal of Urology and Nephrology
|January 1, 1984
Summary
The herald lesion, a bladder inflammation, may indicate nearby issues. This study found no herald lesions in patients with ulcerative colitis or Crohn
Area of Science:
- Urology
- Pathology
- Gastroenterology
Background:
- The herald lesion is an unspecific, potentially polypoid cystitis.
- It presents in patients with lower urinary tract symptoms.
- Histology reveals inflammation and epithelial hyperplasia.
Purpose of the Study:
- To investigate the occurrence of the herald lesion.
- To determine its association with inflammatory bowel diseases.
Main Methods:
- Cystoscopy for visualization.
- Biopsies for histological examination.
- Review of pathology records and patient data.
Main Results:
- Fourteen cases of herald lesion diagnosed over 1.5 years.
- No herald lesions were identified in 113 patients with ulcerative colitis or Crohn's disease.
Conclusions:
- The herald lesion is a distinct pathological finding.
- It does not appear to be associated with ulcerative colitis or Crohn's disease.