Primitive neuroectodermal tumor or small cell carcinoma of the kidney, a rare neoplasm : Case report

Abstract EN

Small cell carcinoma is a malignancy primarily recognized in the bronchopulmonary region.

Extrapulmonary locations are extremely uncommon.

We report here a case of renal tumor encountered in a 34-year-old female, with extensive metastases in liver, lung and bone.

Histological examination was most compatible with primitive neuroectodermal tumor (PNET) small cell carcinoma.

There were negative immune his to chemical markers for cytokeratin, any hormonal peptides and epithelial membrane antigens, which is consistent with the designation of the neoplasm as PNET.

Previously reported cases have all been in the elderly, and to the best of our knowledge, this is the first case of proven PNET of the kidney described in a young female.