Peripheral primitive neuroectodermal tumor of the adrenal gland: A rare entity

Chandan Phukan, Thampi John Nirmal, Ramani M Kumar, Nitin S KekreIndian Journal of Urology 2013 29(4):357-359Peripheral primitive neuroectodermal tumor (PNET) is an uncommon tumor and the overall incidence is 1% of all sarcomas. PNET of the adrenal gland is an even rarer entity. A 37-year-old female was evaluated for an episode of loin pain. Ultrasonography showed a large heterogenous left adrenal mass with internal echogenic components. Computed tomography did not show any fat density within to suggest a myelolipoma. Biopsy suggested a poorly differentiated neoplasm with a possibility of PNET of the adrenal gland.
Source: Indian Journal of Urology - Category: Urology & Nephrology Authors: Source Type: research