# Mullerian Duct-Type Clear Cell Adenocarcinoma of the Urethra in a Woman Presenting As Groin Swelling

**Authors:** Deerush Kannan, Pratik Taur, Penchala Reddy, Saloni Shah, Narasimhan Ragavan

PMC · DOI: 10.7759/cureus.67779 · Cureus · 2024-08-26

## TL;DR

A rare case of a specific type of cancer in the urethra is described, emphasizing the need for careful diagnosis and combined treatment.

## Contribution

Highlights the diagnostic and management challenges of a rare Mullerian duct-type clear cell adenocarcinoma in the urethra.

## Key findings

- Diagnosis requires clinical examination, biopsy, and immunohistochemistry.
- Management involves a combination of chemotherapy and surgical excision.

## Abstract

Primary Mullerian duct-type clear cell adenocarcinoma of the urethra is a rare clinical entity with a varied clinical presentation. This can be diagnosed only with a high index of suspicion. Clinical examination, biopsy, and immunohistochemistry are essential for diagnosis. Management will need a multimodal approach with a combination of chemotherapy and surgical excision.

## Linked entities

- **Diseases:** urethral cancer (MONDO:0004192)

## Full-text entities

- **Diseases:** Mullerian Duct-Type Clear Cell Adenocarcinoma of the Urethra (MESH:D018262)

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