Endometriosis-associated Primary Clear Cell Adenocarcinoma of the Urinary Bladder: A Case Report and Literature Review

Overview

Journal Urol Case Rep

Date 2025 Jan 15

PMID 39811563

Authors

Meghana Singh

Michael Raver

Bianca DeAgresta

Alexandra Della Pia

Sonam Saxena

Merieme Klobocista

Nitin Yerram

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Abstract

Primary clear cell adenocarcinoma (CCA) of the urinary bladder is a rare and aggressive malignancy. Few reports in the literature describe this presentation, as associated with malignant transformation of endometriosis. This case highlights the complex etiology of this variant of CCA, initially diagnosed using comprehensive imaging and genetic analysis, and subsequently confirmed through extensive surgical intervention and chemotherapy.

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