SINGLE INSTITUTION STUDY ON THE MANAGEMENT OF CHILDHOOD BLADDER AND PROSTATE RHABDOMYOSARCOMA

Rhabdomyosarcoma (RMS) is the most common type of soft-tissue sarcoma seen in the pediatric population, but it is rarely located in the bladder. Treatment for RMS is multifaceted, often involving a team of specialists to ensure the best outcome for the patient. The prognosis for RMS varies depending on the type and stage of the cancer as well as the age of the patient. This study reports on 8 cases of bladder rhabdomyosarcoma that were treated at the National Institute of Oncology in Rabat between 2008 and 2014.Through a review of these cases and the literature, this article discusses the diagnosis and treatment of this rare type of cancer.