Female Urethral Cavernous Hemangioma: Introducing Treatment and Follow-Up Course of Three Cases

Urol Int. 2024;108(2):159-162. doi: 10.1159/000535464. Epub 2023 Dec 29.

Abstract

Cavernous hemangioma is a benign vascular tumor occurring in all parts of the urinary system, including the kidney, bladder, prostate, ureter, and rarely urethra. Urethral cavernous hemangiomas are mostly seen in male patients, and only a few cases of female urethral hemangiomas are reported. Herein, we present the management and follow-up course of 3 cases of female urethral cavernous hemangioma. All 3 cases were menopause women complaining of lower urinary tract symptoms. Definitive diagnosis is made by histopathologic evaluation. In case of large or pedunculated masses, initial surgical resection is highly recommended. Regular follow-up of patients in order to prevent any recurrence is suggested.

Keywords: Case report; Cavernous hemangioma; Female urethral hemangioma.

Publication types

  • Case Reports

MeSH terms

  • Female
  • Follow-Up Studies
  • Hemangioma* / diagnosis
  • Hemangioma* / pathology
  • Hemangioma* / surgery
  • Hemangioma, Cavernous* / diagnosis
  • Hemangioma, Cavernous* / pathology
  • Hemangioma, Cavernous* / surgery
  • Humans
  • Male
  • Urethra / pathology
  • Urethra / surgery
  • Urinary Bladder / pathology

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This manuscript received no funding for any research.