Prostatic melanosis

Int Urol Nephrol. 1993;25(4):375-7.

Abstract

Melanosis of the prostate gland is a rare pathological finding. Its clinical significance is unknown and the histogenesis is occult. It is found in benign prostatic hyperplasia or carcinoma of the prostate. We present such a case and review the literature.

Publication types

  • Case Reports

MeSH terms

  • Aged
  • Humans
  • Male
  • Melanosis / complications
  • Melanosis / pathology*
  • Prostatic Hyperplasia / complications
  • Prostatic Hyperplasia / pathology*