Urachal inflammatory myofibroblastic tumor with FN1::ALK fusion: A case report and literature review

• DOI: 10.1016/j.eucr.2024.102844
• Publication Date: 2024-08-28T16:51:37Z
• Authors: Nair Tara; Shailee Mehta; Priti P. Trivedi; Keval Patel; Trupti Trivedi
• Keywords: Histopathological examination; Urination

Urachal tumors are rare and comprise of both benign malignant neoplasms. Epithelial origin more common than mesenchymal tumors. We report a case inflammatory myofibroblastic tumor (IMFT) in 12 year old boy who presented with symptoms lower abdominal pain burning micturition. Upon evaluation was found to have soft tissue mass anterior urinary bladder wall. A laparoscopic excision done. Histopathological immunohistochemical examination confirmed the diagnosis IMFT. Next generation sequencing identified FN1-ALK gene fusion.