Urachal abnormalities in the adult

Area of Science:

• Urology
• Radiology
• Surgical Pathology

Background:

• The urachus, a remnant of the allantois, can develop various rare abnormalities in adults.
• These abnormalities include urachal cysts, infected urachal cysts, abscesses, and urachal carcinoma.

Observation:

• Clinical presentation and radiographic findings of these rare urachal anomalies are described.
• Diagnostic modalities such as ultrasound, computed tomography (CT), and needle aspiration are evaluated.

Findings:

• Urachal cysts, infected urachal cysts, and urachal carcinoma represent a spectrum of rare adult urachal pathology.
• Percutaneous catheter drainage is an effective treatment for infected urachal cysts.

Implications:

• Accurate diagnosis of urachal abnormalities relies on a combination of clinical and imaging features.
• Minimally invasive treatments like percutaneous drainage offer viable options for managing infected urachal cysts.