Abstract

JONOSKY, JB et al. Large bowel obstruction from advanced prostate cancer in a 41-year-old: the role of genetic testing. S. Afr. j. surg. [online]. 2020, vol.58, n.3, pp.163a-163c. ISSN 2078-5151.  http://dx.doi.org/10.17159/2078-5151/2020/v58n3a3181.

We report a rare presentation of an advanced prostate cancer (Gleason 10) in a 41-year-old man with complete large bowel obstruction relieved by loop colostomy. His young age prompted a search for a cause and genetic testing confirmed chromosome 10 PTEN deletion. His immediate family members were screened and counselled appropriately. This case outlines the role of genetic testing in young males with prostate cancer.

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