Primary tumors of the female urethra are exceedingly rare and account for <0.02% of the malignant disease occurring in women. This disease usually presents late and, hence, has a poor outcome. Early diagnosis is necessary to prevent further metastasis and prevent urinary catheter-dependant. Tumors arising from the distal urethra tend to be early stage and cure rates are high, however lack of knowledge about this disease is notorious, the transmission of knowledge is made only by case reports.
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