Inflammatory myofibroblastic tumor of the genitourinary tract: a narrative review.

ABSTRACT:

Background and objective

Inflammatory myofibroblastic tumor (IMT) is a rare entity that is described in several organ systems. This comprehensive review aims to identify IMTs occurring at various genitourinary (GU) organ sites and describe patterns of clinical management in adult and pediatric patients.

Methods

A comprehensive search of PubMed and Web of Science was conducted according to the Preferred Reporting Items for Systematic Review and meta-analyses statement. Two reviewers performed independent initial screening of abstracts. Eligible articles underwent full review and data extraction. The clinical features, diagnostic tests, treatment, and outcomes at each GU organ site were analyzed individually and summarized into a comprehensive review.

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SUBMITTER: Moring N 

PROVIDER: S-EPMC10932645 | biostudies-literature | 2024 Feb

REPOSITORIES: biostudies-literature