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Renal liposarcoma.

Authors :
Bader DA
Peres LA
Bader SL
Source :
International braz j urol : official journal of the Brazilian Society of Urology [Int Braz J Urol] 2004 May-Jun; Vol. 30 (3), pp. 214-5.
Publication Year :
2004

Abstract

Introduction: Liposarcoma is a malignant mesenchymal tumor frequently located in retroperitoneum, and rarely presenting an isolated lesion in kidney.<br />Case Report: Female, Caucasian, 49-year old patient, with family history of renal polycystic disease, was selected for organ donation. During preoperative examinations a renal pleomorphic liposarcoma was detected. She was treated with radical nephrectomy and remains asymptomatic, without evidences of recurrence in control ecographic examinations after a 4-year follow-up.<br />Comments: Renal liposarcoma is a rare tumor. We report one case incidentally diagnosed during a routine pre-transplantation assessment in renal donor.

Details

Language :
English
ISSN :
1677-5538
Volume :
30
Issue :
3
Database :
MEDLINE
Journal :
International braz j urol : official journal of the Brazilian Society of Urology
Publication Type :
Academic Journal
Accession number :
15689251
Full Text :
https://doi.org/10.1590/s1677-55382004000300007