Juxtaglomerular cell tumor: report of a case with unusual presentation
Juxtaglomerular cell tumor is a benign, renin-secreting neoplasm. The tumor arises from the juxtaglomerular apparatus cells of the kidney. Because the tumor is hormonally active, patients usually suffer from hypokalemia, hyperaldosteronism, and hypertension. Herein, we describe a case of a 19-year-...
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Language: | English |
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University of São Paulo
2022-10-01
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Series: | Autopsy and Case Reports |
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Online Access: | https://www.revistas.usp.br/autopsy/article/view/203730 |