Primary pure large cell neuroendocrine carcinoma of the urinary bladder: a case report and literature review
Zhenpeng Sun,
Xin Liang,
Changcun Zhang
et al.
Abstract:BackgroundThe large cell neuroendocrine carcinoma (LCNEC) of the urinary bladder is a rare malignancy. With its high aggressiveness and poor prognosis, the disease is often accompanied by metastasis or recurrence. The lack of specific clinical manifestations and imaging features causes considerable challenges for clinical diagnosis and treatment.Case presentationWe report a case of LCNEC of the urinary bladder. The patient was a 79-year-old male admitted to our hospital with recurrent episodes of asymptomatic … Show more
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