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
Hauptverfasser: Mehta, Sony, Krishnamoorthy, Hariharan, Pillai, Biju
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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.
ISSN:0970-1591
1998-3824
DOI:10.4103/iju.IJU_367_17