Glomerulonephritis as a paraneoplastic event from prostate cancer relapse
Abstract
Objective
We wish to investigate whether there is a known connection between prostate cancer and glomerulonephritis.
Methods
We present a case report of a patient whom we diagnosed with rapidly progressive glomerulonephritis as a result of prostate cancer relapse.
Results
In rare cases, prostate cancer is associated with crescentic glomerulonephritis.
Conclusion
Every patient with cryptic glomerulonephritis should be screened for cancer.
Language: English
Page range: 15 - 17
Submitted on: May 23, 2023
Accepted on: Dec 20, 2023
Published on: May 23, 2024
Published by: Helenic Society of Medical Oncology
In partnership with: Paradigm Publishing Services
Publication frequency: 2 issues per year
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