Genitourinary CT Appearances

Prostate Sarcoma CT Findings

• Large pelvic masses
• Heterogeneous attenuation
• Heterogeneous enhancement
• Areas of necrotic-cystic change

Other Information About Prostate Sarcoma

Etiology:

• Unknown

Epidemiology:

• Rare
• Typically presents between ages 35-50

Presentation:

• Urinary tract obstruction
• Tenesmus
• Hematuria
• Dysuria

Prognosis:

• The 5-year relative survival rates for all prostate cancers are:
  • Localized: >99%
  • Regional: >99%
  • Distant: 37%
  • All SEER stages combined: 97%

Related Pearls: Prostate