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Lymphoepithelioma (Urinary Bladder) – Symptoms, Treatment & Support

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Posted by adeel | May 6, 2021

What is lymphoepithelioma like carcinoma of the urinary bladder?

Lymphoepithelioma-like carcinoma of the urinary bladder is a rare subtype of transitional cell carcinoma or urothelial carcinoma. It is characterized by the uncontrolled multiplication of certain types of white blood cells in the area of ​​the tumour, which can be observed during histopathological examination under a microscope, taking the tumour tissue. It usually develops in the bladder, but it can also develop in the urethra and urinary tract. The urethra is a tube that connects the bladder to the outer opening of the urethra to drain urine from the body.

 Disease Epidemiology

It is rare cancer, accounting for 0.4% to 1.3% of all urinary bladder cancers. In males, it is slightly common than in females. It usually affects older people over 65 years of age.

Disease Etiology (Causes)

There is no well-known cause, however, certain genetic mutations (faulty alterations in certain genes) are considered responsible for the development of the disease.

Signs and symptoms 

The patient may suffer from the following signs and symptoms. These are

  • (Hematuria) Presence of blood in urine without any pain 
  • Usually diagnosed in advanced stages

Diagnosis

The following diagnostic tests and procedures can be used to make a diagnosis. These are

  • Urine complete examination (UCE) to detect any urinary tract infection and blood in the urine
  • Complete blood count (CBC)
  • Renal Function Test (RFT’s) to check the serum urea and creatinine
  • Liver function tests (LFT’s)
  • Imaging techniques like CT abdomen and pelvis, USG abdomen and pelvis, MRI, CT-chest, and X-ray to assess the site, size, extent, and distant metastasis of the tumor.
  • Cystoscopy; is similar to an ultrasound examination of the urinary bladder, which allows direct visualization of the ureter with cystoscopy.
  • Urinary cytology; is a microscopic examination of the cells present in urine and their characteristics.
  • Tumour biopsy and  histopathological examination

Treatment

 Surgical resection (cutting off the tumor or diseased part and rejoining the reaming healthy part of the organ or tissue to keep it functional) of the tumor along with the radiation therapy and chemotherapy are the main treatment options along with surgery.  


 

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