TSC2 nonsense mutation in angiomyolipoma with epithelial cysts: a case report and literature review
Hong Song,
Guoliang Mao,
Nanlin Jiao
et al.
Abstract:BackgroundAngiomyolipoma with epithelial cysts (AMLEC) is an extremely rare subtype of kidney angiomyolipoma that contains epithelial-lined cysts. The most distinctive immunohistochemical feature of AMLEC is its immunoreactivity with melanocytic markers. AMLEC also has a distinct histological structure, which aids in its pathological diagnosis. To date 27 cases of AMLEC have been reported in 11 case series. However, the molecular biology underlying the pathogenesis of AMLEC remains unexplored.Case reportA 30-y… Show more
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