Inflammatory pseudotumor in anterovesical space(report of 4 cases) / 中华泌尿外科杂志

ABSTRACT

Objective To study the clinical features,etiology,misdiagnosis of inflammatory pseudotumor in anterovesical space. Methods Four cases of inflammatory pseudotumor in anterovesical space were retrospectively reviewed.Their clinical processes and features were analyzed based on literature. Results In all 4 cases,partial bladder wall was infiltrated.Two cases were misdiagnosed as bladder carcinoma.All tumors and partial walls of bladder were successfully resected.All 4 patients were followed up for 3 months to 6 years.No recurrence was observed. Conclusions Prior ligation of fallopian tube and infection are important etiological factors of inflammatory pseudotumor in anterovesical space.Misdiagnosis can be avoided by analysing the history,clinical condition and special examination.The operative therapy is effective.