Primitive neuroectodermal tumors: Two genitourinary afflictions with varied presentations
Primitive neuroectodermal tumor (PNET) is a rare disease with high malignant potential. It usually affects the skeletal system. Primary extraskeletal involvement of PNET is uncommon with few reported cases. PNET of the genitourinary system requires a very high index of suspicion for the diagnosis si...
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Veröffentlicht in: | Indian journal of urology 2018-07, Vol.34 (3), p.226-228 |
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Zusammenfassung: | Primitive neuroectodermal tumor (PNET) is a rare disease with high malignant potential. It usually affects the skeletal system. Primary extraskeletal involvement of PNET is uncommon with few reported cases. PNET of the genitourinary system requires a very high index of suspicion for the diagnosis since the presentation of these tumors can be varied. We report two cases of PNET with varied presentations, affecting the genitourinary system. |
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ISSN: | 0970-1591 1998-3824 |
DOI: | 10.4103/iju.IJU_367_17 |