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Multilocular cystic nephroma in a young adult: A case report and review of literature

Year: 2024

Type: article

Abstract: INTRODUCTION: Multilocular cystic nephroma is an uncommon condition with only few cases described in the literature, although its benign nature is well-recognized. CASE PRESENTATION: We present a case of a 28-year-old male patient who presented with a right flank pain, imaging suspected a multicystic renal cell carcinoma. A radical nephrectomy was performed view the size of the cyst and the high tumor complexity, which histology confirmed the diagnosis of multilocular cystic nephroma. DISCUSSION: Multilocular cystic nephroma is a rare renal tumor with few reported cases, making preoperative differentiation from cystic renal cell carcinoma difficult and leading to nephrectomy as the preferred treatment. CONCLUSION: Multilocular cystic nephroma is typically benign, the scarcity of diagnostic and therapeutic experience necessitates vigilant postoperative surveillance to ensure patient safety and optimal outcomes.

Source: International Journal of Surgery Case Reports

DOI: 10.1016/j.ijscr.2024.110800

Authors: Jihad Lakssir, Adam El Aboudi, Imad Boualaoui, Ahmed Ibrahimi, Hachem El-Sayegh, Yassine Nouini

Institution: Centre Hospitalier Ibn Sina

Language: English

Topic: Renal cell carcinoma treatment

Subfield: Pulmonary and Respiratory Medicine

Field: Medicine

Domain: Health Sciences

SDG: Good health and well-being

Open Access status: gold

Estimated APC paid: $1,800