Thyroid-like Follicular Carcinoma of the Kidney
Section Editor: Dharam M. Ramnani, MD
Virginia Urology, Richmond, VA, USA
Image Description
The tumor frequently contains lymphoid aggregates and may even show germinal center formation. Most tumors are well-circumscribed and have partial or intact capsule. The tumor occupies right two-thirds of the image. Normal kidney is seen on the left. Most of the follicles are small, compact with near solid appearance. A few intermediate size follicles with colloid-like material are present.