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Collecting duct carcinoma
Definition
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A highly aggressive type of renal carcinoma originating from collecting duct epithelium; also known as carcinoma of the collecting ducts of Bellini
Clinical features
Epidemiology
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Less than 1% of renal cancers
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Occurs mostly in adults; rare cases reported in children
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Age range, 13–83 years (mean, 55 years)
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Males more commonly affected
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