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[Bladder leiomyoma: report of a case]
V Ullate Jaime1, J Angulo Cuesta, A Loizaga Iriarte
1Servicio de Urología, Hospital Civil de Basurto-Bilbao, Vizcaya, España.
Archivos Espanoles De Urologia
|October 1, 1994
Summary
We describe a rare case of bladder leiomyoma in a male patient. This benign tumor has an excellent prognosis with appropriate treatment.
Area of Science:
- Urology
- Oncology
Background:
- Leiomyomas are benign smooth muscle tumors that can occur in various organs.
- Bladder leiomyomas are rare, particularly in male patients.
Observation:
- A male patient presented with symptoms suggestive of cystitis, including urinary urgency and frequency.
- Hematuria was also a significant presenting symptom.
Findings:
- A diagnosis of bladder leiomyoma was confirmed.
- Review of literature underscores the benign nature of this condition.
Implications:
- Early diagnosis and appropriate management are crucial for favorable outcomes.
- This case highlights the importance of considering rare bladder tumors in the differential diagnosis.