Multicystic urothelial carcinoma of the bladder with gland-like lumina and with signet-ring cells. A case report
2008
Case Report of Multicystic Urothelial Carcinoma
Sample size: 1
publication
Evidence: low
Author Information
Author(s): Alvarado-Cabrero Isabel, Pérez-Montiel Delia, Hes Ondrej
Primary Institution: Department of Pathology, Mexican Oncology Hospital, Instituto Mexicano del Seguro Social (IMSS), Mexico City, Mexico
Conclusion
The case presents a low-grade papillary urothelial carcinoma with unique multicystic architecture and signet-ring cell differentiation.
Supporting Evidence
- The tumor exhibited multicystic architecture and signet-ring cell differentiation.
- Immunohistochemical staining showed strong positivity for mucins MUC1 and MUC2.
- The patient remained disease-free for three years after treatment.
Takeaway
This study talks about a rare type of bladder cancer found in an 80-year-old man, which has special features that make it different from other types of bladder cancer.
Methodology
The tumor was analyzed through cystoscopy, transurethral resection, and immunohistochemical staining.
Participant Demographics
80-year-old male, heavy smoker.
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