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Zuo SW, Napoe GS. Evaluation and management of urethral and periurethral masses in women. Curr Opin Obstet Gynecol 2023; 35:517-524. [PMID: 37678190 DOI: 10.1097/gco.0000000000000914] [Citation(s) in RCA: 0] [Impact Index Per Article: 0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [MESH Headings] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Indexed: 09/09/2023]
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PURPOSE OF REVIEW Female periurethral masses are an uncommon occurrence. The purpose of this review is to describe etiologies of female urethral and periurethral masses and to provide an update on diagnosis and management. RECENT FINDINGS The most common causes of periurethral and urethral masses in women are urethral caruncles, urethral diverticula, and Skene's gland cysts. Urethral meatal lesions such as urethral caruncles and prolapse can be managed conservatively with topical estrogen therapy and close follow-up or should be excised in the setting of thrombosis, significant or recurrent bleeding, acute urinary retention, or persistent pain. Benign periurethral gland masses, such as Skene's gland cysts, Gartner's duct cysts, and Mullerian duct cysts, remain rare. Recent case series reveal a high rate of surgical management of these lesions with few complications. Urethral malignancy or malignant transformation of benign etiologies are even rarer but can be aggressive in nature and should be treated promptly. SUMMARY Nonspecific urinary and vaginal symptoms as well as similar physical presentations make diagnosis of urethral and periurethral lesions in females difficult. Magnetic resonance imaging is useful for differentiation of periurethral masses. The decision for conservative or surgical management is typically guided by patient symptom bother, as well as concern for urethral malignancy.
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- Stephanie W Zuo
- Division of Urogynecology and Reconstructive Pelvic Surgery, Department of Obstetrics, Gynecology and Reproductive Sciences, UPMC Magee-Womens Hospital
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- Division of Urogynecology and Reconstructive Pelvic Surgery, Department of Obstetrics, Gynecology and Reproductive Sciences, UPMC Magee-Womens Hospital
- University of Pittsburgh School of Medicine
- Magee-Womens Research Institute, Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania, USA
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El Boté H, Lakssir J, Boughaleb A, Bellouki O. Angiomatous Urethral Caruncle After Ureteroscopy: A Case Report. Cureus 2023; 15:e47528. [PMID: 38021618 PMCID: PMC10664771 DOI: 10.7759/cureus.47528] [Citation(s) in RCA: 0] [Impact Index Per Article: 0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [Track Full Text] [Figures] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Accepted: 10/23/2023] [Indexed: 12/01/2023] Open
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Urethral caruncle is a rare condition. Although relatively common in postmenopausal women, its occurrence after a urological endoscopic procedure is unusual. Here, we report the case of a postmenopausal woman who presented with a symptomatic urethral caruncle two weeks after a ureteroscopy for a right ureteral calculus. Treatment consisted of surgical excision of the mass after the failure of local estrogen application, and the postoperative aesthetic and functional result was satisfactory. Through a review of the literature, the etiological, diagnostic, and therapeutic aspects of this pathology will be discussed.
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- Hicham El Boté
- Surgery, Faculty of Medicine and Pharmacy of Beni Mellal, Regional Hospital of Beni Mellal, Beni Mellal, MAR
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- Urology, Ibn Sina Hospital, University of Rabat, Rabat, MAR
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- Urology, Ibn Sina Hospital, University of Rabat, Rabat, MAR
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Maetzold E, Takacs EB. Urethral Pathology in Women. Curr Urol Rep 2022; 23:225-234. [DOI: 10.1007/s11934-022-01109-6] [Citation(s) in RCA: 0] [Impact Index Per Article: 0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Accepted: 07/26/2022] [Indexed: 11/03/2022]
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Muteke JK, Ahuka AYB, Sikakulya FK. Urethral prolapse mimicking a uterine prolapse in an eight-year-old girl: A case report. Int J Surg Case Rep 2022; 94:107169. [PMID: 35658320 PMCID: PMC9118157 DOI: 10.1016/j.ijscr.2022.107169] [Citation(s) in RCA: 0] [Impact Index Per Article: 0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Track Full Text] [Download PDF] [Figures] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 04/10/2022] [Revised: 04/26/2022] [Accepted: 05/02/2022] [Indexed: 10/26/2022] Open
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Urethral and periurethral masses in women include both benign and malignant entities that can be difficult to clinically differentiate. Primary urethral carcinoma is rare and the optimal treatment modality may vary depending on the stage at presentation. Because cancer-free survival is poor, clinicians shouldhave a high index of suspicion when evaluating a urethral mass. Some benign-appearing urethral masses may be safely observed. Surgical resection is an effective option that should be used based on patient preference and symptoms, and for suspicious lesions.
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Oliyide A, Chibuzo I, Kujawa M. Thrombosed Urethral Prolapse: a case series and review of the literature. JOURNAL OF CLINICAL UROLOGY 2021. [DOI: 10.1177/20514158211032853] [Citation(s) in RCA: 0] [Impact Index Per Article: 0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Indexed: 11/16/2022]
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Thrombosed urethral prolapse is a rare clinical condition. In this context, we describe our experience and compare our findings with the literature, following presentation of five consecutive cases over 2 years. This will hopefully improve awareness and appropriateness of specialty referrals as a correct diagnosis is rarely established prior to the patient being seen by a urologist. We also wish to highlight a case presentation of thrombosed urethral prolapse outside the bimodal age distribution which has been recorded in the literature. Level of Evidence: Level 4
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- Department of Urology, Stepping Hill Hospital, UK
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Mekhimer MI, Mandour AH, Selim SS, Wahba AH. A Rare Interlabial Mass in a 9-Month-Old Infant: A Case Report and Review of Literature. J Pediatr Adolesc Gynecol 2021; 34:415-417. [PMID: 33486084 DOI: 10.1016/j.jpag.2021.01.008] [Citation(s) in RCA: 0] [Impact Index Per Article: 0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [MESH Headings] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Submit a Manuscript] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 10/07/2020] [Revised: 01/03/2021] [Accepted: 01/14/2021] [Indexed: 11/17/2022]
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BACKGROUND Interlabial masses in infants and children are quite rare. One of their rarest causes is urethral polyp or urethral caruncle. It is a benign fleshy outgrowth at the urethral meatus. Certain etiology is still unknown. CASE A healthy 9-month-old female infant presented with a mass protruding from the vulva with no other complaints. Examination with the patient under general anesthesia revealed an interlabial mass appearing as a pedunculated pinkish polyp, originating from the posterior lip of the external urethral meatus. Surgical excision of the mass was done and histopathology confirmed it to be a urethral polyp. SUMMARY AND CONCLUSION Urethral polyps are rare in the pediatric age group. Their occurrence in this age group might support a congenital etiology. Surgical resection of polyps allows histopathological examination and a high cure rate with no risk of recurrence.
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- Department of Obstetrics and Gynecology, Cairo University, Egypt
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- Department of Obstetrics and Gynecology, Cairo University, Egypt.
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Savvas C, Araklitis G, Shah C, Robinson D, Cardozo L. Urethral bulking agent found in a urethral caruncle which did not respond to topical oestrogens: A case report. Case Rep Womens Health 2020; 28:e00268. [PMID: 33163369 PMCID: PMC7609486 DOI: 10.1016/j.crwh.2020.e00268] [Citation(s) in RCA: 0] [Impact Index Per Article: 0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [Track Full Text] [Download PDF] [Figures] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 10/19/2020] [Revised: 10/21/2020] [Accepted: 10/22/2020] [Indexed: 11/18/2022] Open
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Background Urethral caruncles are lesions occurring at the urethral orifice, around the posterior lip of the urethra. They are the most common benign growth of the female urethra. They are often asymptomatic and found incidentally on clinical examination. When symptomatic they commonly present with bleeding. Treatment includes vaginal oestrogens or, failing that, surgical excision. We present an unusual finding after excision of a urethral caruncle. Case A patient with a background of stress urinary incontinence had numerous pelvic surgeries, including colposuspension, tension-free vaginal tape (TVT) and Macroplastique (a urethral bulking agent). She developed bleeding from a 3 cm urethral caruncle, which did not improve with vaginal oestrogens. She proceeded to have a surgical excision of the caruncle. Histology revealed a foreign material with surrounding foreign-body-type multinucleate giant cell reaction. The material was compatible with Macroplastique. Conclusion This case report describes an unusual and unexpected histological finding. Macroplastique is injected in the urethra, 10–15 mm from the bladder neck. We suspect the caruncle dragged the Macroplastique material out through the urethral meatus. If urethral caruncles are not adequately treated with vaginal oestrogens, surgery should be considered. Urethral caruncles are lesions occurring at the urethral orifice, around the posterior lip of the urethra They are the most common benign growths of the female urethra When symptomatic they commonly present with bleeding. Treatment includes topical oestrogens or failing that, surgical excision. The presence of a urethral bulking agent in a caruncle, which did not respond to topical oestrogen, is reported.
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- Christopher Savvas
- Department of Urogynaecology, Suite 8, Golden Jubilee Wing, King's College Hospital, SE5 9RS, UK
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- Department of Urogynaecology, Suite 8, Golden Jubilee Wing, King's College Hospital, SE5 9RS, UK
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- Department of Histopathology, King's College Hospital, SE5 9RS, UK
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- Department of Urogynaecology, Suite 8, Golden Jubilee Wing, King's College Hospital, SE5 9RS, UK
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- Department of Urogynaecology, Suite 8, Golden Jubilee Wing, King's College Hospital, SE5 9RS, UK
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Carrión-Valencia A, Amir Nicolau BF, Orribo Morales N, Robayna AA. Urogenital bleeding in a young female. Diagnosis? Urol Case Rep 2020; 31:101142. [PMID: 32280592 PMCID: PMC7139147 DOI: 10.1016/j.eucr.2020.101142] [Citation(s) in RCA: 0] [Impact Index Per Article: 0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Track Full Text] [Download PDF] [Figures] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 09/22/2019] [Revised: 02/09/2020] [Accepted: 02/18/2020] [Indexed: 11/17/2022] Open
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Verma V, Pradhan A. Management of urethral caruncle – A systematic review of the current literature. Eur J Obstet Gynecol Reprod Biol 2020; 248:5-8. [DOI: 10.1016/j.ejogrb.2020.03.001] [Citation(s) in RCA: 7] [Impact Index Per Article: 1.8] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 05/08/2019] [Revised: 02/25/2020] [Accepted: 03/05/2020] [Indexed: 11/29/2022]
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Fornari A, Gressler M, Murari JCL. Urethral Prolapse: A Case Series and Literature Review. J Obstet Gynaecol India 2019; 70:158-162. [PMID: 32255955 DOI: 10.1007/s13224-019-01288-2] [Citation(s) in RCA: 6] [Impact Index Per Article: 1.2] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 06/16/2019] [Accepted: 10/09/2019] [Indexed: 10/25/2022] Open
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Introduction and Hypothesis Urethral mucosal prolapse is most frequently seen in children and postmenopausal women, and extremely rare in young adult patients. In this context, we aim to describe our experience with this condition and compare our findings with the literature. Methods We reviewed the medical records of our outpatient micturition disorders clinic (between August 2014 and April 2017) for patients with a diagnosis of urethral mucosal prolapse, seeking to evaluate their demographic characteristics, presenting complaints, treatment, and outcomes. Results We found 12 cases of urethral mucosal prolapse, including a mother and daughter and a reproductive-aged patient. Presenting symptoms included bleeding, urinary retention, partially thrombosed mucosa, and pain. Misdiagnosis was common and caused treatment delay, even in some very symptomatic patients. Conclusion Urethral mucosal prolapse is a readily diagnosed condition and often associated with complications in our series. Proper diagnosis is key to successful, timely treatment. Descriptive studies such as this are important to raise awareness of this diagnosis and improve patient care.
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- Alexandre Fornari
- Outpatient Micturition Disorders Clinic, Urology Department, Santa Casa de Misericórdia de Porto Alegre, Rua General Vitorino, 330/1101, Porto Alegre, RS 90020-170 Brazil
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- Outpatient Micturition Disorders Clinic, Urology Department, Santa Casa de Misericórdia de Porto Alegre, Rua General Vitorino, 330/1101, Porto Alegre, RS 90020-170 Brazil
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- Outpatient Micturition Disorders Clinic, Urology Department, Santa Casa de Misericórdia de Porto Alegre, Rua General Vitorino, 330/1101, Porto Alegre, RS 90020-170 Brazil
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Thrombosed urethral caruncle following pelvic organ prolapse surgery. Prog Urol 2019; 29:391-392. [PMID: 31130407 DOI: 10.1016/j.purol.2019.04.010] [Citation(s) in RCA: 0] [Impact Index Per Article: 0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Key Words] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 04/13/2019] [Revised: 04/22/2019] [Accepted: 04/23/2019] [Indexed: 11/21/2022]
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Matsuda KM, Kishi Y, Chuman K, Hino H, Kagami S. Urethral caruncle complicated by urinary tract infection. J Dermatol 2019; 46:e383-e385. [PMID: 31049994 DOI: 10.1111/1346-8138.14912] [Citation(s) in RCA: 0] [Impact Index Per Article: 0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Indexed: 11/29/2022]
Affiliation(s)
- Kazuki M Matsuda
- Department of Dermatology, Kanto Central Hospital of the Mutual Aid Association of Public School Teachers, Tokyo, Japan
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- Department of Dermatology, Kanto Central Hospital of the Mutual Aid Association of Public School Teachers, Tokyo, Japan
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- Department of Dermatology, Kanto Central Hospital of the Mutual Aid Association of Public School Teachers, Tokyo, Japan
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- Department of Dermatology, Kanto Central Hospital of the Mutual Aid Association of Public School Teachers, Tokyo, Japan
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- Department of Dermatology, Kanto Central Hospital of the Mutual Aid Association of Public School Teachers, Tokyo, Japan
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