Localized amyloidosis of the ureter.
An unusual case of localized amyloidosis of the ureter is described. Suspicion of the condition was first raised during operation when a frozen section was examined. An unnecessary nephrectomy was thus spared. It is a rare condition and awareness of the entity is required to recognise it clinically, radiologically or pathologically. The pathogenesis of localized amyloidosis is briefly discussed.
D000368:Aged; D000369:Aged, 80 and over; D000686:Amyloidosis / Q000000981:diagnostic imaging / Q000473:pathology*; D005260:Female; D006801:Humans; D014513:Ureter / Q000000981:diagnostic imaging / Q000473:pathology; D014515:Ureteral Diseases / Q000000981:diagnostic imaging / Q000473:pathology*; D014567:Urography