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Meningeal mass revealing undifferentiated renal carcinoma: A case report

Year: 2025

Type: article

Abstract: Leptomeningeal metastasis (LM) is a rare but serious complication of solid tumors, including renal cell carcinoma (RCC). RCC typically spreads to the lungs, bones, and liver; LM remains uncommon and indicates advanced disease with poor prognosis. Symptoms include headaches, nausea, and neurological deficits due to raised intracranial pressure. MRI is the diagnostic modality of choice. We report a 60-year-old patient with headaches and orbital pain. Imaging showed a left frontal extra-axial mass invading the bone. Biopsy confirmed RCC metastasis, with a primary renal tumor. This case highlights the role of MRI and the need to consider LM in RCC patients.

Source: Urology Case Reports

DOI: 10.1016/j.eucr.2025.103095

Authors: Oukassem Siham, Essaber Hatim, Laridi Aya, Youssef Omor, Latib Rachida

Institutions: Mohammed V University, Institut National d'Oncologie

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: $1,160