Abdullah Naser A. Alotibi , Abdulrahman Aldayhani , Ebtesam Almajed , Abdulrahman F. Alruwaily , Ahmed Alzahrani
{"title":"Radical laparoscopic nephrectomy for a huge left renal mass in situs inversus totalis: A case report and video presentation","authors":"Abdullah Naser A. Alotibi , Abdulrahman Aldayhani , Ebtesam Almajed , Abdulrahman F. Alruwaily , Ahmed Alzahrani","doi":"10.1016/j.eucr.2025.103032","DOIUrl":"10.1016/j.eucr.2025.103032","url":null,"abstract":"<div><div>This case report describes the successful laparoscopic radical nephrectomy in a 69-year-old woman with situs inversus totalis and a large, hypervascular left renal mass. Despite the presence of metastatic disease, the patient underwent neoadjuvant immunotherapy followed by surgery. The successful laparoscopic approach highlights the feasibility of minimally invasive surgery even in patients with complex anatomical variations. This report provides valuable insights into the surgical management of renal tumors in individuals with situs inversus totalis.</div></div>","PeriodicalId":38188,"journal":{"name":"Urology Case Reports","volume":"60 ","pages":"Article 103032"},"PeriodicalIF":0.5,"publicationDate":"2025-03-31","publicationTypes":"Journal Article","fieldsOfStudy":null,"isOpenAccess":false,"openAccessPdf":"","citationCount":null,"resultStr":null,"platform":"Semanticscholar","paperid":"143769120","PeriodicalName":null,"FirstCategoryId":null,"ListUrlMain":null,"RegionNum":0,"RegionCategory":"","ArticlePicture":[],"TitleCN":null,"AbstractTextCN":null,"PMCID":"OA","EPubDate":null,"PubModel":null,"JCR":null,"JCRName":null,"Score":null,"Total":0}
{"title":"A rare case of concurrent Wilms’ tumor in the left kidney and left ovary","authors":"Saad Andaloussi , Zakarya Alami Hassani , Younes Hajjaji , Saad Annattah , Yousra El Boussaadni , Imane Eliahiai , Omar Dalero , Aziz Elmadi","doi":"10.1016/j.eucr.2025.103031","DOIUrl":"10.1016/j.eucr.2025.103031","url":null,"abstract":"<div><div>This report presents the first documented case of Wilms' tumor concurrently affecting the kidney and ovary in a 5-year-old girl. The patient presented with an abdominal mass, initially suspected to be an ovarian germ cell tumor. <u>An incidental left renal mass was identified during the radiologic evaluation.</u> Histopathology confirmed Wilms’ tumor with unfavorable histology in both the kidney and ovary. Surgical interventions and adjuvant therapies resulted in a favorable response. This publication aims to underscore the rarity of such presentations and highlight the need for increased awareness and further research to improve management strategies for these challenging pediatric malignancies.</div></div>","PeriodicalId":38188,"journal":{"name":"Urology Case Reports","volume":"60 ","pages":"Article 103031"},"PeriodicalIF":0.5,"publicationDate":"2025-03-31","publicationTypes":"Journal Article","fieldsOfStudy":null,"isOpenAccess":false,"openAccessPdf":"","citationCount":null,"resultStr":null,"platform":"Semanticscholar","paperid":"143785922","PeriodicalName":null,"FirstCategoryId":null,"ListUrlMain":null,"RegionNum":0,"RegionCategory":"","ArticlePicture":[],"TitleCN":null,"AbstractTextCN":null,"PMCID":"OA","EPubDate":null,"PubModel":null,"JCR":null,"JCRName":null,"Score":null,"Total":0}
{"title":"Modified supine percutaneous nephrolithotomy in an 11-month-old infant","authors":"Prajwal Paudyal , Anup Karki , Anil Subedi , Devendra Bist , Ashish Lal Shrestha","doi":"10.1016/j.eucr.2025.103024","DOIUrl":"10.1016/j.eucr.2025.103024","url":null,"abstract":"<div><div>Nephrolithiasis is less common in children and is rare in newborns. The evaluation and management strategies for renal stones in infants are not clear. Recently, supine percutaneous nephrolithotomy (PCNL) has gained attention, but data on its feasibility and safety in infants are limited. We report a case of supine PCNL in an infant, focusing on its feasibility and benefits.</div></div>","PeriodicalId":38188,"journal":{"name":"Urology Case Reports","volume":"60 ","pages":"Article 103024"},"PeriodicalIF":0.5,"publicationDate":"2025-03-28","publicationTypes":"Journal Article","fieldsOfStudy":null,"isOpenAccess":false,"openAccessPdf":"","citationCount":null,"resultStr":null,"platform":"Semanticscholar","paperid":"143747449","PeriodicalName":null,"FirstCategoryId":null,"ListUrlMain":null,"RegionNum":0,"RegionCategory":"","ArticlePicture":[],"TitleCN":null,"AbstractTextCN":null,"PMCID":"OA","EPubDate":null,"PubModel":null,"JCR":null,"JCRName":null,"Score":null,"Total":0}
Naser El-Mefleh , Hassan Al-Hussein , Ebrahem Othman , Hasan Darwish , Mohammad Alsaleh
{"title":"Accessory scrotum in neonate: A rare congenital scrotal anomaly","authors":"Naser El-Mefleh , Hassan Al-Hussein , Ebrahem Othman , Hasan Darwish , Mohammad Alsaleh","doi":"10.1016/j.eucr.2025.103021","DOIUrl":"10.1016/j.eucr.2025.103021","url":null,"abstract":"<div><div>Accessory scrotum (AS) is an extremely rare congenital anomaly, defined as scrotal-like tissue outside a normal anatomical location, without associated testes. It is often associated with perineal lipomas and other anomalies. We report a newborn male with a scrotum-like perineal mass posterior to the original scrotum. Postnatal assessment revealed a perineal mass resembling an AS. Ultrasound and CT confirmed a fat-containing mass, ruling out teratoma. A cystoscopy confirmed urinary tract integrity, and complete surgical excision of AS was conducted successfully. Although benign, AS presents a diagnostic challenge and may mimic other perineal anomalies. Complete resection is curative.</div></div>","PeriodicalId":38188,"journal":{"name":"Urology Case Reports","volume":"60 ","pages":"Article 103021"},"PeriodicalIF":0.5,"publicationDate":"2025-03-28","publicationTypes":"Journal Article","fieldsOfStudy":null,"isOpenAccess":false,"openAccessPdf":"","citationCount":null,"resultStr":null,"platform":"Semanticscholar","paperid":"143785836","PeriodicalName":null,"FirstCategoryId":null,"ListUrlMain":null,"RegionNum":0,"RegionCategory":"","ArticlePicture":[],"TitleCN":null,"AbstractTextCN":null,"PMCID":"OA","EPubDate":null,"PubModel":null,"JCR":null,"JCRName":null,"Score":null,"Total":0}
Reda Tariqi , Ahmed Ibrahimi , Hamza El Abidi , Youssef Abaair , Mostafa Bouaoudate , Sabrine Darquaoui , Imad Boualaoui , Hachem El Sayegh , Yassine Nouini
{"title":"Metastatic seminoma from an undescended intra-abdominal testis: Case report and review of management","authors":"Reda Tariqi , Ahmed Ibrahimi , Hamza El Abidi , Youssef Abaair , Mostafa Bouaoudate , Sabrine Darquaoui , Imad Boualaoui , Hachem El Sayegh , Yassine Nouini","doi":"10.1016/j.eucr.2025.103029","DOIUrl":"10.1016/j.eucr.2025.103029","url":null,"abstract":"<div><div>Testicular germ cell tumors (TGCTs), particularly seminomas, are the most common malignancies in young males and are strongly linked to cryptorchidism. This case report describes a 44-year-old patient with metastatic seminoma originating from an undescended intra-abdominal testis. The diagnosis was confirmed through imaging, tumor marker analysis, and histopathology. Treatment involved orchidectomy followed by BEP chemotherapy, leading to complete remission with no recurrence at 18-month follow-up. This case highlights the importance of early detection and a multidisciplinary approach for optimal management of testicular seminomas.</div></div>","PeriodicalId":38188,"journal":{"name":"Urology Case Reports","volume":"60 ","pages":"Article 103029"},"PeriodicalIF":0.5,"publicationDate":"2025-03-27","publicationTypes":"Journal Article","fieldsOfStudy":null,"isOpenAccess":false,"openAccessPdf":"","citationCount":null,"resultStr":null,"platform":"Semanticscholar","paperid":"143747451","PeriodicalName":null,"FirstCategoryId":null,"ListUrlMain":null,"RegionNum":0,"RegionCategory":"","ArticlePicture":[],"TitleCN":null,"AbstractTextCN":null,"PMCID":"OA","EPubDate":null,"PubModel":null,"JCR":null,"JCRName":null,"Score":null,"Total":0}
Rawa Bapir , Ismaeel Aghaways , Shaho F. Ahmed , Nali H. Hama , Ari M. Abdullah , Soran H. Tahir , Zana B. Najmadden , Fahmi H. Kakamad , Aso N. Qadir , Tomas M. Mikael
{"title":"Absence of uterus and presence of verumontanum in a 46 XX patient with Congenital adrenal hyperplasia reared as male: A case report with literature review","authors":"Rawa Bapir , Ismaeel Aghaways , Shaho F. Ahmed , Nali H. Hama , Ari M. Abdullah , Soran H. Tahir , Zana B. Najmadden , Fahmi H. Kakamad , Aso N. Qadir , Tomas M. Mikael","doi":"10.1016/j.eucr.2025.103028","DOIUrl":"10.1016/j.eucr.2025.103028","url":null,"abstract":"<div><div>Congenital adrenal hyperplasia (CAH) is an inherited disorder causing adrenal hormone imbalance and organ overgrowth, leading to phenotype-genotype mismatches. A 10-year-old phenotypic male with impalpable testes and hypospadias had ambiguous genitalia and an empty scrotum. Imaging showed intra-abdominal gonads and no uterus. Blood tests revealed low cortisol, high ACTH, and 17-OHP. Karyotyping confirmed 46 XX. CAH can virilize 46 XX individuals, sometimes resulting in male assignment. Late presentation with male identity may support gender choice for better psychological outcomes.</div></div>","PeriodicalId":38188,"journal":{"name":"Urology Case Reports","volume":"60 ","pages":"Article 103028"},"PeriodicalIF":0.5,"publicationDate":"2025-03-26","publicationTypes":"Journal Article","fieldsOfStudy":null,"isOpenAccess":false,"openAccessPdf":"","citationCount":null,"resultStr":null,"platform":"Semanticscholar","paperid":"143747452","PeriodicalName":null,"FirstCategoryId":null,"ListUrlMain":null,"RegionNum":0,"RegionCategory":"","ArticlePicture":[],"TitleCN":null,"AbstractTextCN":null,"PMCID":"OA","EPubDate":null,"PubModel":null,"JCR":null,"JCRName":null,"Score":null,"Total":0}
Chaohua Deng , Yuan Zhou , Guofu He , Jiongming Li , Guang Wang , Yu Zhang
{"title":"Thoughts on diagnosis and treatment of catheter - Related refractory upper urinary tract Bleeding:A case report","authors":"Chaohua Deng , Yuan Zhou , Guofu He , Jiongming Li , Guang Wang , Yu Zhang","doi":"10.1016/j.eucr.2025.103007","DOIUrl":"10.1016/j.eucr.2025.103007","url":null,"abstract":"<div><div>We present an extremely rare case of refractory upper urinary tract bleeding related to a single \"J\" tube, unreported globally. A patient with high - grade invasive urothelial carcinoma had LRC + bilateral uretero - cutaneous ostomy, then bleeding unresponsive to transfusion and RAE. Recovery came after tube removal, with no hematuria in 2 - month follow - up.</div></div>","PeriodicalId":38188,"journal":{"name":"Urology Case Reports","volume":"60 ","pages":"Article 103007"},"PeriodicalIF":0.5,"publicationDate":"2025-03-25","publicationTypes":"Journal Article","fieldsOfStudy":null,"isOpenAccess":false,"openAccessPdf":"","citationCount":null,"resultStr":null,"platform":"Semanticscholar","paperid":"143735018","PeriodicalName":null,"FirstCategoryId":null,"ListUrlMain":null,"RegionNum":0,"RegionCategory":"","ArticlePicture":[],"TitleCN":null,"AbstractTextCN":null,"PMCID":"OA","EPubDate":null,"PubModel":null,"JCR":null,"JCRName":null,"Score":null,"Total":0}
Katie Lattanzio, Khalid Alkhatib, Tom Guzzo, Daniel J. Lee, Phil Pierorazio, Trinity Bivalacqua, Ben Schurhamer
{"title":"Case study: Pulsed electric field ablation for salvage prostate cancer ablation","authors":"Katie Lattanzio, Khalid Alkhatib, Tom Guzzo, Daniel J. Lee, Phil Pierorazio, Trinity Bivalacqua, Ben Schurhamer","doi":"10.1016/j.eucr.2025.103023","DOIUrl":"10.1016/j.eucr.2025.103023","url":null,"abstract":"<div><div>Pulsed Electric Field (PEF) ablation is an emerging non-thermal ablation device with previous uses in lung, liver and sarcoma cancers. We present a case of prostate cancer recurrence post-radiation managed with PEF ablation. Under transperineal guidance, targeted PEF was delivered to the area of concern on previous biopsies and PSMA. In follow up the patient had a marked decline in PSA levels and resolution on follow-up PSMA. The patient experienced no significant side effects, preserving urinary continence and sexual function. These outcomes underscore PEF ablation's potential as a safe and effective salvage therapy with minimal impact on quality of life.</div></div>","PeriodicalId":38188,"journal":{"name":"Urology Case Reports","volume":"60 ","pages":"Article 103023"},"PeriodicalIF":0.5,"publicationDate":"2025-03-25","publicationTypes":"Journal Article","fieldsOfStudy":null,"isOpenAccess":false,"openAccessPdf":"","citationCount":null,"resultStr":null,"platform":"Semanticscholar","paperid":"143825632","PeriodicalName":null,"FirstCategoryId":null,"ListUrlMain":null,"RegionNum":0,"RegionCategory":"","ArticlePicture":[],"TitleCN":null,"AbstractTextCN":null,"PMCID":"","EPubDate":null,"PubModel":null,"JCR":null,"JCRName":null,"Score":null,"Total":0}
{"title":"Unusual presentation of cowper gland adenocarcinoma Mimicking post-traumatic urethral stricture","authors":"Babak K. Azad , Hung L. Do , Joel Gelman","doi":"10.1016/j.eucr.2025.103027","DOIUrl":"10.1016/j.eucr.2025.103027","url":null,"abstract":"<div><div>Urethral strictures are commonly attributed to trauma, inflammation, or iatrogenic causes, but malignancies are a rare etiology. We report a case of a 57-year-old male with a history of trauma presenting with a bulbomembranous urethral stricture, initially suspected as post-traumatic. Intraoperative frozen section analysis unexpectedly revealed Cowper gland adenocarcinoma, leading to definitive surgical management with radical cystoprostatectomy and urethrectomy. This case underscores the importance of considering malignancy in atypical stricture presentations to ensure accurate diagnosis and appropriate treatment.</div></div>","PeriodicalId":38188,"journal":{"name":"Urology Case Reports","volume":"60 ","pages":"Article 103027"},"PeriodicalIF":0.5,"publicationDate":"2025-03-25","publicationTypes":"Journal Article","fieldsOfStudy":null,"isOpenAccess":false,"openAccessPdf":"","citationCount":null,"resultStr":null,"platform":"Semanticscholar","paperid":"143747453","PeriodicalName":null,"FirstCategoryId":null,"ListUrlMain":null,"RegionNum":0,"RegionCategory":"","ArticlePicture":[],"TitleCN":null,"AbstractTextCN":null,"PMCID":"OA","EPubDate":null,"PubModel":null,"JCR":null,"JCRName":null,"Score":null,"Total":0}
{"title":"When the ureter slips: A rare case of ectopic uretero-inguinal hernia and its clinical implications","authors":"Vikram Prabha, Sanhitha Purushotham","doi":"10.1016/j.eucr.2025.103026","DOIUrl":"10.1016/j.eucr.2025.103026","url":null,"abstract":"<div><div>Congenital anomalies like duplex renal collecting systems and ectopic ureters are rare. We report a unique case of a 61-year-old male presenting with left inguinal swelling, recurrent epididymo-orchitis, and LUTS. CT revealed a duplex collecting system with an ectopic ureter containing multiple calculi, terminating in the left inguinal region. The patient underwent laparoscopic ectopic ureterectomy and inguinal hernia repair. This case highlights the rare presentation of a uretero-inguinal hernia with an ectopic ureter containing multiple calculi inserting into the epididymis as its content. Laparoscopic management proved effective in treating this complex congenital urinary tract anomaly.</div></div>","PeriodicalId":38188,"journal":{"name":"Urology Case Reports","volume":"60 ","pages":"Article 103026"},"PeriodicalIF":0.5,"publicationDate":"2025-03-25","publicationTypes":"Journal Article","fieldsOfStudy":null,"isOpenAccess":false,"openAccessPdf":"","citationCount":null,"resultStr":null,"platform":"Semanticscholar","paperid":"143747454","PeriodicalName":null,"FirstCategoryId":null,"ListUrlMain":null,"RegionNum":0,"RegionCategory":"","ArticlePicture":[],"TitleCN":null,"AbstractTextCN":null,"PMCID":"OA","EPubDate":null,"PubModel":null,"JCR":null,"JCRName":null,"Score":null,"Total":0}