Rapidly enlarging renal tumor during pregnancy: diagnostic and management dilemma.
Urological tumors diagnosed during pregnancy are rare. However, the incidence seems to be increasing largely due to advancements in modern imaging techniques and improved antenatal care. The diagnosis and management of renal tumors during pregnancy poses a dilemma to clinicians. This case report highlights the challenges in managing a large chromophobe renal cell carcinoma in a young primigravida patient. Proper antenatal assessment, a multidisciplinary team approach and appropriate discussion with patient are important determinants to achieve the best clinical outcomes for both the mother and the baby.
The University of Queensland, Brisbane, Australia; Department of Surgery, University Malaya, Kuala Lumpur, Malaysia; Department of Urology, Princess Alexandra Hospital, Brisbane, Australia; Rockhampton Hospital, Rockhampton, Australia.
Kor Woi
KW
Tiang
The University of Queensland, Brisbane, Australia; Department of Surgery, University Malaya, Kuala Lumpur, Malaysia; Department of Urology, Princess Alexandra Hospital, Brisbane, Australia; Rockhampton Hospital, Rockhampton, Australia.
Keng Lim
KL
Ng
The University of Queensland, Brisbane, Australia; Department of Surgery, University Malaya, Kuala Lumpur, Malaysia; Department of Urology, Princess Alexandra Hospital, Brisbane, Australia; Rockhampton Hospital, Rockhampton, Australia.
Antonio
A
Vega-Vega
The University of Queensland, Brisbane, Australia; Department of Surgery, University Malaya, Kuala Lumpur, Malaysia; Department of Urology, Princess Alexandra Hospital, Brisbane, Australia; Rockhampton Hospital, Rockhampton, Australia.
Simon
S
Wood