Amyloidosis and acute hemorrhage of the kidney, ureter, and bladder

Can J Urol. 2017 Aug;24(4):8934-8936.

Abstract

Gross hematuria is a common occurrence in adults. The differential diagnosis is extensive, including: malignancy, trauma, inflammation of the urinary tract, and stones. While, urinary tract amyloidosis represents only a small percentage of causative gross hematuria, it is concerning because of its superficial resemblance to malignant processes. We report the case of an 82-year-old male with concurrent primary amyloidosis of the kidney, ureter and bladder in the setting of acute hemorrhage. Histopathological examination of several biopsied samples confirmed our diagnosis. A nephroureterectomy with bladder cuff was successfully performed without complication along with watchful waiting for the bladder amyloidosis.

Publication types

  • Case Reports

MeSH terms

  • Acute Disease
  • Aged, 80 and over
  • Amyloidosis / complications*
  • Hemorrhage / etiology*
  • Humans
  • Kidney Diseases / complications*
  • Male
  • Ureteral Diseases / complications*
  • Urinary Bladder Diseases / complications*