Secondary amyloidosis of the bladder causing macroscopic hematuria

Int J Urol. 2001 Jun;8(6):330-2. doi: 10.1046/j.1442-2042.2001.00309.x.

Abstract

Bladder involvement in amyloidosis is unusual. The case of an 80-year-old man with macroscopic hematuria caused by secondary amyloidosis of the bladder is described. Cystoscopic examination revealed only a diffuse edematous area and bleeding. No tumor-like lesions were identified. Transurethral biopsy revealed amyloid deposits. Macroscopic hematuria disappeared spontaneously after cystoscopy and bladder biopsy. The patient has been followed up without treatment and is currently free of symptoms.

Publication types

  • Case Reports

MeSH terms

  • Aged
  • Aged, 80 and over
  • Amyloidosis / complications*
  • Amyloidosis / pathology*
  • Hematuria / etiology*
  • Hematuria / pathology*
  • Humans
  • Male
  • Urinary Bladder / pathology*