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urachal adenocarcinoma
A rare malignant tumor arising from urachal remnants in the bladder dome or anterior wall.
Full Definition
Urachal adenocarcinoma is a rare primary bladder malignancy that develops from persistent urachal remnants, typically located at the bladder dome or anterior wall. These tumors often present with mucin production and may be associated with urachal cysts or other anomalies. Treatment typically involves partial cystectomy with umbilectomy and resection of the median umbilical ligament. The prognosis varies significantly based on stage at presentation.
Usage
Usage note: Always use 'urachal' as the adjective form, not 'urachus adenocarcinoma'.
In Context
- "Imaging revealed a mucin-producing mass at the bladder dome suspicious for urachal adenocarcinoma." — Radiology report
- "En bloc resection including umbilectomy was performed for the urachal adenocarcinoma." — Operative report
Also known as
urachal carcinoma
Don't confuse with
primary bladder adenocarcinoma
metastatic adenocarcinoma