Andrew Allen, Andrew Watts, Isaac Melin, Peter Langenstroer
{"title":"Glomus tumor with malignant features: A case report and review of the literature","authors":"Andrew Allen, Andrew Watts, Isaac Melin, Peter Langenstroer","doi":"10.1016/j.eucr.2024.102774","DOIUrl":"https://doi.org/10.1016/j.eucr.2024.102774","url":null,"abstract":"<div><p>Glomus tumors are rare mesenchymal neoplasms of the subcutaneous tissue, most frequently found in the distal extremities. They are typically benign, but malignant glomus tumors have been described in the literature. Here we present a patient found to have a unilateral renal mass with pathology displaying a primary renal glomus tumor with malignant features. Review of the literature reveals only three cases of malignant glomus tumors and five glomus tumors with malignant potential. As such, previous initial presentations, current criteria for glomus tumor malignancy, and previous treatment outcomes of these cases were reviewed.</p></div>","PeriodicalId":38188,"journal":{"name":"Urology Case Reports","volume":null,"pages":null},"PeriodicalIF":0.5,"publicationDate":"2024-07-01","publicationTypes":"Journal Article","fieldsOfStudy":null,"isOpenAccess":false,"openAccessPdf":"https://www.sciencedirect.com/science/article/pii/S2214442024001281/pdfft?md5=038921b1dd76b175038b3a663a0d9586&pid=1-s2.0-S2214442024001281-main.pdf","citationCount":null,"resultStr":null,"platform":"Semanticscholar","paperid":"141479537","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}
Carlos E. Araya , Erica S. Mercer , John R. Asplin , Sara L. Best
{"title":"First reported magnesium pyrophosphate kidney stone prompts diagnosis of hypophosphatasia","authors":"Carlos E. Araya , Erica S. Mercer , John R. Asplin , Sara L. Best","doi":"10.1016/j.eucr.2024.102791","DOIUrl":"https://doi.org/10.1016/j.eucr.2024.102791","url":null,"abstract":"<div><p>Hypophosphatasia (HPP) is a rare genetic condition associated with poor bone mineralization, low serum alkaline phosphatase, high urinary pyrophosphate excretion, and nephrocalcinosis. Nephrocalcinosis is thought to develop due to the increased filtered loads associated with hypercalcemia and hyperphosphatemia, but the composition of these calcifications is incompletely understood. We report the first ever magnesium pyrophosphate (MgPPi) urinary stone, which prompted the new diagnosis of HPP in a 12-year-old boy. Stone analysis labs should include infrared spectra of PPi salts in their reference libraries to facilitate identification of these rare but clinically important stones.</p></div>","PeriodicalId":38188,"journal":{"name":"Urology Case Reports","volume":null,"pages":null},"PeriodicalIF":0.5,"publicationDate":"2024-07-01","publicationTypes":"Journal Article","fieldsOfStudy":null,"isOpenAccess":false,"openAccessPdf":"https://www.sciencedirect.com/science/article/pii/S2214442024001451/pdfft?md5=6a5688d8ae5fc666967b7a16ba4e75bd&pid=1-s2.0-S2214442024001451-main.pdf","citationCount":null,"resultStr":null,"platform":"Semanticscholar","paperid":"141582741","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":"Renal myopericytoma: A case report with a literature review","authors":"Yunhan Huang , Qian Yang , Haidi Lv , Baihong Guo","doi":"10.1016/j.eucr.2024.102772","DOIUrl":"https://doi.org/10.1016/j.eucr.2024.102772","url":null,"abstract":"<div><p>Myopericytoma is a rare soft tissue tumor characterized by differentiation into perivascular muscle-like cells or perimuscular cells. This tumor primarily affects adults and is uncommon in children. It is predominantly found in the subcutaneous soft tissues of the distal limbs, and cases originating in the kidney are exceedingly rare. In this report, we present a case of a patient with renal myopericytoma admitted to our hospital. We also summarize the diagnostic and therapeutic features by reviewing relevant domestic and international literature.</p></div>","PeriodicalId":38188,"journal":{"name":"Urology Case Reports","volume":null,"pages":null},"PeriodicalIF":0.5,"publicationDate":"2024-07-01","publicationTypes":"Journal Article","fieldsOfStudy":null,"isOpenAccess":false,"openAccessPdf":"https://www.sciencedirect.com/science/article/pii/S2214442024001268/pdfft?md5=fa1e61081421d069dfb5bfa7499316f0&pid=1-s2.0-S2214442024001268-main.pdf","citationCount":null,"resultStr":null,"platform":"Semanticscholar","paperid":"141479536","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}
Najib Isse Dirie , Bashiru Garba , Jihaan Hassan , Hodo Aideed Asowe , Maryan Abdullahi Sh Nur
{"title":"Burning body parts “Guboow” to treat epididymo-orchitis: A traditional Somali healing practice","authors":"Najib Isse Dirie , Bashiru Garba , Jihaan Hassan , Hodo Aideed Asowe , Maryan Abdullahi Sh Nur","doi":"10.1016/j.eucr.2024.102780","DOIUrl":"https://doi.org/10.1016/j.eucr.2024.102780","url":null,"abstract":"<div><p>In many parts of the world, mainly in rural communities, villages, and some urban areas, traditional healers play a role in primary healthcare. Guboow or body burning is practiced in Africa and Asia to treat various symptoms and conditions. In this article, we present a Somali patient from central Somalia with left epidydimo-orchitis and left inguinal hernia who received body burns to treat the illnesses and the symptoms. The burns caused severe pain and wound infection in the area applied which resulted in increased morbidity and prolonged hospital stay of the patients.</p></div>","PeriodicalId":38188,"journal":{"name":"Urology Case Reports","volume":null,"pages":null},"PeriodicalIF":0.5,"publicationDate":"2024-07-01","publicationTypes":"Journal Article","fieldsOfStudy":null,"isOpenAccess":false,"openAccessPdf":"https://www.sciencedirect.com/science/article/pii/S2214442024001347/pdfft?md5=057735154d2cea5f1219e98bc5d68e60&pid=1-s2.0-S2214442024001347-main.pdf","citationCount":null,"resultStr":null,"platform":"Semanticscholar","paperid":"141479534","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}
Ghassane El Omri , Anas Taghouan , Hamza Rais , Younes Houry , Moussaab Rachid , Mohamed Reda Cherkaoui Jaouad , Abdeljalil Heddat
{"title":"Ischemic penile necrosis following embolization of the prostate for benign prostatic hyperplasia: A case report","authors":"Ghassane El Omri , Anas Taghouan , Hamza Rais , Younes Houry , Moussaab Rachid , Mohamed Reda Cherkaoui Jaouad , Abdeljalil Heddat","doi":"10.1016/j.eucr.2024.102783","DOIUrl":"https://doi.org/10.1016/j.eucr.2024.102783","url":null,"abstract":"<div><p>Prostatic artery embolization (PAE) provides a minimally invasive approach for treating benign prostatic hyperplasia (BPH) by occluding prostatic arteries to decrease prostate volume. While offering benefits, PAE can lead to severe complications, such as ischemic necrosis of the penis, due to unintended embolization of penile arteries. This is highlighted by the case of a 62-year-old man who, after PAE, suffered from glans necrosis accompanied by intense perineal pain and acute urinary retention. Although conservative treatment facilitated recovery, his erectile function remains compromised and urinary symptoms have worsened. This underscores the importance of discussing potential risks and alternatives with patient.</p></div>","PeriodicalId":38188,"journal":{"name":"Urology Case Reports","volume":null,"pages":null},"PeriodicalIF":0.5,"publicationDate":"2024-07-01","publicationTypes":"Journal Article","fieldsOfStudy":null,"isOpenAccess":false,"openAccessPdf":"https://www.sciencedirect.com/science/article/pii/S2214442024001372/pdfft?md5=9aa1a9d745e6a8a6e39d1d456b3d8502&pid=1-s2.0-S2214442024001372-main.pdf","citationCount":null,"resultStr":null,"platform":"Semanticscholar","paperid":"141479543","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}
Eylon J. Arbel , Brian F. Dinerman , John M. Rutkowski
{"title":"Triple Primary Malignancy Detection in an Elderly Male: A Case Report on Concurrent Prostate Cancer, Clear Cell Renal Cell Carcinoma, and Metastatic Melanoma Identified by PSMA PET-CT","authors":"Eylon J. Arbel , Brian F. Dinerman , John M. Rutkowski","doi":"10.1016/j.eucr.2024.102793","DOIUrl":"https://doi.org/10.1016/j.eucr.2024.102793","url":null,"abstract":"<div><p>We report the management of a 76-year-old male presenting with primary metastatic melanoma, prostatic carcinoma, and clear cell renal cell carcinoma. Each of the three cancers was identified via PSMA PET-CT, thought to be unique to prostate cancer identification. Management of this patient included axillary lymph node resection, radiation therapy, radical nephrectomy, and immunotherapy. This case emphasizes the need for a multimodal approach and a broad differential diagnosis when managing cancer patients. Furthermore, the full potential of PSMA PET-CT has yet to be established.</p></div>","PeriodicalId":38188,"journal":{"name":"Urology Case Reports","volume":null,"pages":null},"PeriodicalIF":0.5,"publicationDate":"2024-07-01","publicationTypes":"Journal Article","fieldsOfStudy":null,"isOpenAccess":false,"openAccessPdf":"https://www.sciencedirect.com/science/article/pii/S2214442024001475/pdfft?md5=85eaca139c7b2df92078e32cbccbd449&pid=1-s2.0-S2214442024001475-main.pdf","citationCount":null,"resultStr":null,"platform":"Semanticscholar","paperid":"141606367","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}
Shravankrishna Ananthapadmanabhan , Zoe Williams , Henry Wang , Alexander Combes , Veronica Wong , Isaac Thangasamy
{"title":"Prostate cancer recurrence in the urethra with low PSA","authors":"Shravankrishna Ananthapadmanabhan , Zoe Williams , Henry Wang , Alexander Combes , Veronica Wong , Isaac Thangasamy","doi":"10.1016/j.eucr.2024.102787","DOIUrl":"https://doi.org/10.1016/j.eucr.2024.102787","url":null,"abstract":"<div><p>When localised prostate cancer recurs after treatment, it occurs predictably in sites such as the prostatic bed, pelvic lymph nodes, spine, lung, and liver. Urethral metastasis of prostate cancer is exceedingly rare. We report a case of urethral recurrence of prostate cancer presenting as new lower urinary tract symptoms in an 82-year-old male 10 years after robotic radical prostatectomy with a very low PSA level of 0.05μg/L. This rare case highlights the need to maintain a degree of suspicion for prostate cancer recurrence in patients with a late onset of or changing lower urinary tract symptoms after radical prostatectomy.</p></div>","PeriodicalId":38188,"journal":{"name":"Urology Case Reports","volume":null,"pages":null},"PeriodicalIF":0.5,"publicationDate":"2024-07-01","publicationTypes":"Journal Article","fieldsOfStudy":null,"isOpenAccess":false,"openAccessPdf":"https://www.sciencedirect.com/science/article/pii/S2214442024001414/pdfft?md5=43c69f6173957772e711ceb57bf27f22&pid=1-s2.0-S2214442024001414-main.pdf","citationCount":null,"resultStr":null,"platform":"Semanticscholar","paperid":"141582740","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}
Kyle J. Kopechek , Matthew Satariano , Mina S. Makary , Michael Sourial
{"title":"Erosion of embolization coil into the renal collecting system: Retrograde fragmentation of stone and coil via thulium laser lithotripsy","authors":"Kyle J. Kopechek , Matthew Satariano , Mina S. Makary , Michael Sourial","doi":"10.1016/j.eucr.2024.102771","DOIUrl":"https://doi.org/10.1016/j.eucr.2024.102771","url":null,"abstract":"<div><p>A 50-year-old female developed kidney stones on an eroded embolization coil 16 months after percutaneous nephrolithotomy (PCNL) related bleeding complications. Retrograde ureteroscopy and thulium laser lithotripsy was performed to fragment the exposed portion of the coil into clinically insignificant pieces. Thulium laser coil fragmentation remains a potential strategy to remove eroded coils and their associated kidney stones; however, recurrent stone formation on the coil stump may necessitate repeat intervention if this conservative approach is pursued over radical antegrade coil removal. This case highlights the importance of continued surveillance and multidisciplinary management in preventing and treating coil erosion after PCNL.</p></div>","PeriodicalId":38188,"journal":{"name":"Urology Case Reports","volume":null,"pages":null},"PeriodicalIF":0.5,"publicationDate":"2024-07-01","publicationTypes":"Journal Article","fieldsOfStudy":null,"isOpenAccess":false,"openAccessPdf":"https://www.sciencedirect.com/science/article/pii/S2214442024001256/pdfft?md5=3cddca2554672ffcb2fb93676729587a&pid=1-s2.0-S2214442024001256-main.pdf","citationCount":null,"resultStr":null,"platform":"Semanticscholar","paperid":"141479542","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}
Dana Greenberg , Yoav Avidor , Rami Mattar , Muhammad Majdoub , Alona Meir , Ronen Rub
{"title":"Perivascular epithelioid cell neoplasm (PEComa) of the urinary bladder presenting as urinary tract infection in a young woman","authors":"Dana Greenberg , Yoav Avidor , Rami Mattar , Muhammad Majdoub , Alona Meir , Ronen Rub","doi":"10.1016/j.eucr.2024.102786","DOIUrl":"https://doi.org/10.1016/j.eucr.2024.102786","url":null,"abstract":"<div><p>PEComa is a rare mesenchymal tumor with unique features, sometimes manifesting in younger patients and can exhibit malignant transformation. We present a 24-year-old woman with urinary symptoms and hematuria. Imagining revealed a protruding mass in the bladder dome, raising suspicion for adenocarcinoma due to its location and vascular appearance. Pathology revealed PEComa. Clinicians should inquire about macroscopic hematuria and assess the entire urinary tract even in young patients with apparent urinary tract infection. Practitioners should be mindful of PEComa tumors, especially in cases involving young patients with tumors concerning the bladder dome. A variety of immunohistochemical techniques facilitate the diagnosis.</p></div>","PeriodicalId":38188,"journal":{"name":"Urology Case Reports","volume":null,"pages":null},"PeriodicalIF":0.5,"publicationDate":"2024-07-01","publicationTypes":"Journal Article","fieldsOfStudy":null,"isOpenAccess":false,"openAccessPdf":"https://www.sciencedirect.com/science/article/pii/S2214442024001402/pdfft?md5=111639840f570ff9468a1a19bfc68dd1&pid=1-s2.0-S2214442024001402-main.pdf","citationCount":null,"resultStr":null,"platform":"Semanticscholar","paperid":"141595853","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}
Hamad S. AlAkrash , Hisham M. Ghabbani , Faisal A. AlSaleh , Rashad M. Nassar , Almaha A. AlHumaidan , Abdullateef M. AlHasan , Abdullah M. AlMosa , Abdulaziz A. AlBluwi , Hossam S. Eltholoth , Nagoud M. Ali , Ahmed Y. AlZahrani
{"title":"Anaplastic lymphoma kinase rearrangement-associated renal cell carcinoma: Rare subset case report","authors":"Hamad S. AlAkrash , Hisham M. Ghabbani , Faisal A. AlSaleh , Rashad M. Nassar , Almaha A. AlHumaidan , Abdullateef M. AlHasan , Abdullah M. AlMosa , Abdulaziz A. AlBluwi , Hossam S. Eltholoth , Nagoud M. Ali , Ahmed Y. AlZahrani","doi":"10.1016/j.eucr.2024.102798","DOIUrl":"https://doi.org/10.1016/j.eucr.2024.102798","url":null,"abstract":"<div><p>Anaplastic lymphoma kinase rearrangement-associated renal cell carcinoma (ALK-RCC) is a rare subtype of renal cell carcinoma characterized by genetic rearrangements involving the ALK gene. Managing ALK-RCC is challenging due to its rarity and limited treatment options. Targeted therapies directed at the ALK gene have shown promise.</p><p>ALK-RCC is a rare subtype of renal cell carcinoma with unique clinical and pathological features. ALK inhibitors may hold promise as a targeted therapy for ALK-RCC. Further research is needed to understand the behavior of ALK-RCC and develop effective treatment strategies.</p></div>","PeriodicalId":38188,"journal":{"name":"Urology Case Reports","volume":null,"pages":null},"PeriodicalIF":0.5,"publicationDate":"2024-07-01","publicationTypes":"Journal Article","fieldsOfStudy":null,"isOpenAccess":false,"openAccessPdf":"https://www.sciencedirect.com/science/article/pii/S2214442024001529/pdfft?md5=21b01006552300408ae55c795acb1dfb&pid=1-s2.0-S2214442024001529-main.pdf","citationCount":null,"resultStr":null,"platform":"Semanticscholar","paperid":"141606541","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}