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Extensive cutaneous metastases from urinary bladder carcinoma

L F Safer, D J Pirozzi

    Cutis
    |November 1, 1980
    PubMed
    Summary

    Cutaneous metastases from bladder cancer, particularly transitional cell carcinoma, are rare in women. This case highlights unusual extensive skin involvement and rapid progression in a female patient.

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    Area of Science:

    • Oncology
    • Dermatology
    • Urology

    Background:

    • Transitional cell carcinoma (TCC) of the urinary bladder is a significant malignancy.
    • Cutaneous metastases from TCC are infrequent but portend a poor prognosis.
    • Literature review on bladder cancer skin metastasis.

    Observation:

    • A case of cutaneous metastases from TCC of the urinary bladder is presented.
    • The patient was a woman, which is atypical for this presentation.
    • Extensive skin involvement and rapid development were noted.

    Findings:

    • Metastasis to the skin from bladder cancer is a rare event.
    • Such metastases typically occur in older men and are associated with rapid disease progression.
    • This case presents unique features including female sex, extensive skin lesions, and rapid onset.

    Implications:

    • This case expands the understanding of potential metastatic patterns for TCC.
    • Highlights the importance of considering cutaneous involvement in bladder cancer patients, regardless of sex.
    • Further research may elucidate specific factors contributing to unusual metastatic sites.

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