Melanosis of the bladder: a rare endoscopic and histopathological finding

Urol Int. 2007;78(2):185-7. doi: 10.1159/000098082.

Abstract

Melanosis of the bladder represents a rare condition characterized by anomalous deposits of melanin-containing pigment. To our knowledge, so far, just 5 cases have been reported in the literature. We describe a case of a simply melanosis of the bladder confirmed by histochemical stains and immunohistochemistry analysis.

Publication types

  • Case Reports
  • Review

MeSH terms

  • Aged
  • Cystoscopy*
  • Humans
  • Male
  • Melanosis / pathology*
  • Urinary Bladder Diseases / pathology*