Metastatic prostate adenocarcinoma presenting with pulmonary symptoms: a case report and review of the literature
2008
Metastatic Prostate Cancer with Lung Symptoms: A Case Report
Sample size: 1
publication
Evidence: low
Author Information
Author(s): Tohfe Moustapha, Baki Samah Abdel, Saliba Wissam, Ghandour Fatmeh, Ashou Raja, Ghazal Georges, Bahous Joudy, Chamseddine Nabil
Primary Institution: University of Balamand, Saint George University Hospital, Beirut, Lebanon
Conclusion
This case highlights an unusual presentation of prostate cancer where lung metastases occurred without bone involvement.
Supporting Evidence
- The patient presented with cough, hemoptysis, and dyspnea.
- Imaging revealed multiple lung lesions and enlarged lymph nodes.
- Biopsies confirmed metastatic prostatic adenocarcinoma.
- PSA levels were significantly elevated at 146 ng/ml.
- Treatment with androgen blockade led to a significant decrease in PSA levels.
Takeaway
A 73-year-old man had lung problems that turned out to be caused by prostate cancer, even though he didn't have any bone issues.
Methodology
The patient underwent imaging studies, biopsies, and laboratory tests to diagnose and evaluate the metastatic disease.
Limitations
The study is based on a single case report, limiting generalizability.
Participant Demographics
73-year-old white male.
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