Inflammatory Pseudotumor of the Kidney: A Case Report
Author Information
Author(s): Khallouk Abdelhak, Ahallal Youness, Tazi Mohammed Fadl, Elfatemi Hinde, Tazi Elmehdi, Elammari Jalaleddine, Elfassi Mohammed Jamal, Farih Moulay Hassan
Primary Institution: Hassan II Teaching Hospital, Fes, Morocco
Conclusion
Surgery is necessary for diagnosis and treatment of inflammatory pseudotumor of the kidney, as preoperative diagnosis is challenging.
Supporting Evidence
- Inflammatory pseudotumors are rare benign tumors that can mimic malignancy.
- Preoperative diagnosis of inflammatory pseudotumor is often difficult and usually requires surgical intervention.
- Histopathological examination is crucial for accurate diagnosis.
Takeaway
This study talks about a rare kidney tumor that looks like cancer but is actually benign, and the only way to know for sure is to take it out and check it.
Methodology
The case of a 57-year-old man with a kidney mass was presented, treated with radical nephrectomy, and diagnosed through histopathological examination.
Limitations
The study is based on a single case report, limiting generalizability.
Participant Demographics
57-year-old Moroccan man.
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