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Sarcoidosis presenting as bilateral hydronephrosis

E Miyazaki1, T Tsuda, A Mochizuki

  • 1Third Department of Internal Medicine, Oita Medical University.

Internal Medicine (Tokyo, Japan)
|July 1, 1996
PubMed
Summary

Sarcoidosis can cause kidney issues like bilateral hydronephrosis due to retroperitoneal masses. Prompt diagnosis and corticosteroid treatment led to full recovery in this case.

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Area of Science:

  • Nephrology
  • Pulmonology
  • Oncology

Background:

  • Sarcoidosis is a multisystem inflammatory disease characterized by noncaseating granulomas.
  • Retroperitoneal masses are rare but serious complications of sarcoidosis.
  • Bilateral hydronephrosis can result from extrinsic compression of the ureters.

Observation:

  • A 53-year-old Japanese woman presented with urinary symptoms.
  • Abdominal CT revealed a retroperitoneal mass causing bilateral hydronephrosis and enlarged lymph nodes.
  • Histology confirmed noncaseating epithelioid cell granulomas in the lymph nodes.

Findings:

  • The retroperitoneal mass and bilateral hydronephrosis were attributed to sarcoidosis.
  • Corticosteroid therapy resulted in complete resolution of the mass and hydronephrosis.

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  • This case highlights an unusual presentation of sarcoidosis.

    • Implications:

    • Sarcoidosis should be considered in the differential diagnosis of retroperitoneal masses.
    • Early recognition and treatment of sarcoidosis-related complications are crucial.
    • This case expands the understanding of sarcoidosis manifestations.