Article ID | Journal | Published Year | Pages | File Type |
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3902230 | Urology | 2012 | 4 Pages |
Abstract
Inflammatory myofibroblastic tumor (IMT) is a rare neoplasm with unknown malignant potential that has been described in most organ systems. We present the case of a 3-year-old boy who was referred with lower urinary tract symptoms and macroscopic hematuria. An IMT was suspected after clinical, radiological, and surgical work-up, and the diagnosis was confirmed after a partial cystectomy was performed. A bladder-preserving approach is the treatment of choice, but close clinical follow-up is recommended because of the unknown biological behavior of these tumors.
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Authors
Angus T. Lecuona, Abraham C. Van Wyk, Shaun G. Smit, Amir D. Zarrabi, Chris F. Heyns,