Abstract
Background
Encrusted cystitis associated with malakoplakia is described in the literature as a rare condition characterized by the formation of calcified plaques adherent to or embedded in the bladder mucosa.
Aims
We present the case of a 51year-old male, presenting with recurrent haematuria associated with minimal exercise. Despite normal ultrasound, IVP, two calcified lesions on his bladder were found on cystoscopy. Conservative management was ineffective thereby necessitating a curative partial cystectomy.
Conclusion
We would like to illustrate/discuss this rare but problematic condition with gross and microscopic pictures.
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O’Sullivan, O., Clyne, O. & Drumm, J. Encrusted cystitis — An unusual cause of recurrent frank haematuria. Ir J Med Sci 175, 74–75 (2006). https://doi.org/10.1007/BF03167973
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DOI: https://doi.org/10.1007/BF03167973