Nodular lesions on the upper trunk: An uncommon anatomical site of renal tumor metastases

Nodular lesions on the upper trunk: An uncommon anatomical site of renal tumor metastases

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Renal cell carcinoma (RCC) is the most frequent cancer of the kidney and it accounts for 3% of all solid malignancies.Although rare, cutaneous metastases can be an important manifestation of RCC.We present Pet Food a case of a 56-year-old male with a history of RCC, followed by the development of cutaneous metastases 4 years later with an uncommon clinical presentation.

RCC is the most common genitourinary cancer to metastasize to the skin and accounts for 6.8% of cutaneous metastases.These patients have a poor prognosis.

It is essential for TIES these patients to perform a complete periodic dermatologic examination for proper restaging and treatment.