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Cavernous hemangioma of the adrenal gland mimicking a hepatic hemangioma.

Authors :
Jenkins DA
Ory J
Rahmeh T
Acker MR
Source :
The Canadian journal of urology [Can J Urol] 2020 Apr; Vol. 27 (2), pp. 10192-10194.
Publication Year :
2020

Abstract

Adrenal cavernous hemangiomas are a rare, benign, and non-functional tumor. We report a case of a 62-year-old male who presented with right upper quadrant and flank pain. Physical examination revealed a fullness of the right upper quadrant. Both computed tomography and magnetic resonance imaging suggested a hemangioma originating from the liver. During angiography with the intent of embolization, it was discovered that the vascular supply was consistent with an adrenal mass rather than a hepatic origin. The patient was referred to Urology and underwent curative right open adrenalectomy and nephrectomy. Histopathology confirmed the diagnosis of an adrenal cavernous hemangioma.

Details

Language :
English
ISSN :
1195-9479
Volume :
27
Issue :
2
Database :
MEDLINE
Journal :
The Canadian journal of urology
Publication Type :
Academic Journal
Accession number :
32333740