[Carcinoma of the prostate with intraprostatic hematoma simulating adenoma]

A rare case is presented in which a Carcinoma of the prostate gland simulated an Adenoma. We feel that in similar cases, in particular with a "soft" rectal probe but with no infectious clinical picture, the possibility of a Carcinoma of the prostate gland should be considered. Prior to any handling of the "adenoma", a complete analytical, gammagraphic study, etc. should be carried out in order to rule our the existence of a carcinoma. Finally, in a similar case, anatomopathological study of the hematic material should also be carried out.