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Ductal adenocarcinoma
Definition
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Variant of prostatic adenocarcinoma composed of pseudostratified columnar cells.
Clinical features
Epidemiology
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In pure form, ductal adenocarcinoma accounts for less than 1% of all prostatic adenocarcinomas.
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Associated with acinar adenocarcinoma in approximately 5% of prostate cancers.
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Occurs in an older age group, similar to that for acinar adenocarcinoma.
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Can arise in large primary periurethral ducts or in peripheral ducts.
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