AI Article Synopsis
- A case of small cell neuroendocrine carcinoma in the ureter is highlighted, noting its rarity and the absence of urological symptoms in the patient.
- The management options discussed were nephroureterectomy or watchful waiting, with the patient ultimately choosing the latter.
- The report underscores that while these carcinomas can be aggressive, they may also present without noticeable symptoms.
Article Abstract
The ureter is an extremely rare site for small cell neuroendocrine carcinoma. We present a case of this disease in a patient who presented without urological symptoms. The multidisciplinary team proposed nephroureterectomy (if fit) or watchful waiting as management. After discussion with the patient a decision in favour of watchful waiting was made. We report her case including a review of the literature, and emphasise that although small cell neuroendocrine carcinomas can be very aggressive, they can remain asymptomatic.
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| http://www.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/pmc/articles/PMC6677977 | PMC |
| http://dx.doi.org/10.1136/bcr-2019-229290 | DOI Listing |
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