urinary tract

Postoperative spindle cell nodule

Background: A postoperative spindle cell nodule (PSCN) is a noncancerous growth that develops after surgical manipulation. Other names for this condition include pseudosarcomatous myofibroblastic proliferation and pseudosarcomatous myofibroblastic neoplasm. Where are postoperative spindle cell nodules found? Most postoperative spindle cell nodules are found in the urinary tract, specifically the bladder and the prostate gland. However, …
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Urothelial cells

Urothelial cells, also known as transitional cells, line the urinary tract, which includes the bladder, ureters, urethra, and part of the kidney. These cells form a specialized barrier called the urothelium that prevents urine from penetrating the underlying tissues. They can also expand and contract based on the volume of urine present, which reflects their …
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