Anastomosing hemangioma of the kidney: a case report
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By
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Zhongyun Ning
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Jinxia Liu
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Shaolong Zhang
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Chuanjian Chen
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Ning Fan
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Hui Ding
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June 19, 2026
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Clinical Scorecard: Case Study of Renal Anastomosing Hemangioma: A Clinical Report
At a Glance
| Category | Detail |
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| Condition | Anastomosing Hemangioma |
| Key Mechanisms | Benign vascular neoplasm with a reticular anastomosing pattern of small blood vessels. |
| Target Population | Older adults, as evidenced by the case of a 77-year-old woman. |
| Care Setting | Department of Urology and General Surgery |
Key Highlights
- Anastomosing hemangioma is a rare benign vascular neoplasm.
- Difficult to diagnose preoperatively due to lack of specific imaging features.
- Can be misdiagnosed as clear cell renal cell carcinoma or other malignant tumors.
- Definitive diagnosis relies on pathological evaluation.
- Immunohistochemical staining is crucial for differentiation from other tumors.
Guideline-Based Recommendations
Diagnosis
- Careful pathological evaluation is necessary for definitive diagnosis.
- Biopsy may be considered when preoperative diagnosis is challenging.
Management
- Laparoscopic radical nephrectomy is a common surgical approach.
Monitoring & Follow-up
- Regular follow-up may be necessary due to potential misdiagnosis.
Risks
- Risk of misdiagnosis as malignant tumors, leading to unnecessary radical procedures.
Patient & Prescribing Data
Older adults with renal tumors.
Conservative management may be feasible for compliant patients.
Clinical Best Practices
- Utilize multidisciplinary team discussions for complex cases.
- Consider imaging findings and clinical presentation together for diagnosis.
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