Renal cell carcinoma uvula metastasis leading to airway compromise: an unusual site.
BMJ Case Rep
; 15(4)2022 Apr 08.
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ABSTRACT
We present a case report of a gentleman presenting with a globular lesion arising from his uvula. Although elective admission was planned, he presented with airway compromise, and emergency excision was required. The patient had a background of metastatic clear cell renal carcinoma; histology confirmed the uvula lesion as a further secondary deposit. Renal cell carcinoma has a recognised metastatic propensity, but spread to the uvula is rare, with only two previously described cases in the literature. This case is notable for the unusual location of the metastasis, as well as the rapid progression of symptoms, which threatened the airway and necessitated urgent surgical intervention.
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Asunto principal:
Carcinoma de Células Renales
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Neoplasias Renales
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Enfermedades Pulmonares Obstructivas
Límite:
Humans
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Male
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En
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BMJ Case Rep
Año:
2022
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Article
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Reino Unido