Description
This shows prostate and a portion of bladder. The prostate is greatly, but almost symmetrically,
enlarged, and shows a prominent middle lobe; posteriorly, one can see tumour tissue extending into
the paravesicle areas. The cut surface of the prostate is vaguely nodular, but shows none of the
characteristic nodules of benign hyperplasia.
History
This man was admitted to hospital approximately a fortnight before death, with an
established diagnosis of carcinoma of the prostate, and showing increased urinary difficulty.
Investigation showed bony deposits; the histology of the tumour was that of a well-differentiated
adenocarcinoma of the prostate. The regional lymph nodes were involved, as was the vertebral
column.