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Case Report: a rare case of small cell carcinoma of the prostate

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  • Kexin Geng

  • Feng Gao

  • June 8, 2026

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    Small cell carcinoma of the prostate is a rare and aggressive malignancy, accounting for 0.5%-2% of prostate cancers.

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    Early diagnosis of small cell carcinoma is challenging due to non-specific symptoms and normal PSA levels.

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    A 74-year-old man presented with defecation difficulties and prostate enlargement, leading to a diagnosis of small cell carcinoma.

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    The patient received chemotherapy but deteriorated rapidly and died despite resuscitation efforts.

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    This case emphasizes the need for early biopsy in patients with invasive prostate lesions, even with normal PSA levels.

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Case Report: a rare case of small cell carcinoma of the prostate

  • by Kexin Geng, Feng Gao

  • June 8, 2026

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