Fetal-Type Rhabdomyoma of Female Urethra: A Rare Case Report and Literature Review

Extracardiac rhabdomyoma is an extremely rare benign tumor that may exceptionally present in the genital region of pediatric patients. Among reported vulvovaginal rhabdomyomas, genital-type is the most common histopathologic subtype, mainly affecting middle-aged patients. We reported the first case of urethral rhabdomyoma in a female child, exhibiting histopathologic features consistent with fetal-type rhabdomyoma, which was meticulously excised to preserve urinary continence and prevent functional complications. We discussed the differential diagnosis of interlabial masses in young girls while providing a comprehensive literature review regarding urological manifestations of fetal-type rhabdomyomas and essential steps for the successful management of similar cases.

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Urology Case Reports
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2026-05-01
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https://doi.org/10.1016/j.eucr.2026.103476
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Fetal-Type Rhabdomyoma of Female Urethra: A Rare Case Report and Literature Review

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Extracardiac rhabdomyoma is an extremely rare benign tumor that may exceptionally present in the genital region of pediatric patients. Among reported vulvovaginal rhabdomyomas, genital-type is the most common histopathologic subtype, mainly affecting middle-aged patients. We reported the first case of urethral rhabdomyoma in a female child, exhibiting histopathologic features consistent with fetal-type rhabdomyoma, which was meticulously excised to preserve urinary continence and prevent functional complications. We discussed the differential diagnosis of interlabial masses in young girls while providing a comprehensive literature review regarding urological manifestations of fetal-type rhabdomyomas and essential steps for the successful management of similar cases.

Urology Case Reports
Shariati Hospital (IR), Children's Medical Center (IR), Tehran University of Medical Sciences (IR)
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