Table 2 Proposed classification of extraprostatic findings
Category | Definition | Examples | Further action |
|---|---|---|---|
E1 | No finding or findings that have no clinical significance | Small to moderate hydrocele Mild to moderate diverticulosis Degenerative spine disease, coxarthrosis gr. I to II Enthesopathy Preperitoneal lipoma Mild to moderate trabecular hypertrophy of the bladder wall | No |
E2 | Potentially significant findings | Large hydrocele Severe diverticulosis Degenerative spine disease with absolute spinal stenosis, nerve compression Severe coxarthrosis (gr. III to IV), enthesopathy, bursitis Inguinal hernia containing bowel loops Marked trabecular hypertrophy of the bladder wall, bladder diverticula | Further workup to clarify importance Patient’s history Communication of the potential importance of the finding to the patient |
E3 | Significant findings | Aneurysm or occlusion of the aorta, iliac artery Diverticulitis Hydronephrosis Tumors Osteolytic or osteoblastic bone lesions Stones in the bladder or ureter | Requires further workup and/or management |