A RARE CASE OF URINARY IMAGING TOWARDS ZINNER SYNDROME AT 103 MILITARY HOSPITAL

Duy Chí Lê1, , Pham Ngoc Thao2, Nguyễn Văn Đàn3, Nguyen Thi Hoang Oanh4, Pham Thi Dieu Huong4, Nguyen Vu Thang4, Hoàng Đình Khánh4, Nguyen Minh Hai4
1 Học viện Quân y
2 Department of Functional Diagnosis, Military Hospital 103, Military Medical Academy
3 Department of Diagnostic X-Ray, Center for Diagnostic Imaging, Military Hospital 103, Military Medical Academy
4 Ultrasound Department, Diagnostic Imaging Center, Military Hospital 103, Military Medical Academy

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Abstract

Introduction: Zinner’s syndrome is a rare congenital anomaly characterized by ipsilateral renal agenesis and seminal vesicle cysts. This case is among the few reported instances in Vietnam. 

Case Presentation: A 28-year-old male patient underwent a general health check-up at the Military Hospital 103. Ultrasound findings revealed the absence of the right kidney in the renal fossa and abdominal cavity, along with a cystic mass located in the right hypogastric region. Abdominal computed tomography confirmed right renal agenesis and a right seminal vesicle cyst measuring 30 × 80 mm, consistent with a diagnosis of Zinner’s syndrome. The patient was advised periodic monitoring and follow-up. 

Conclusion: The integration of medical history, clinical examination, and diagnostic imaging facilitates accurate diagnosis and patient management. Regular monitoring for urological symptoms and timely surgical intervention when symptoms arise are essential in the management of Zinner’s syndrome.

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