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Paraganglion in Prostate Biopsies

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Paraganglia are composed of cells with clear or amphophilic cytoplasm, inconspicuous nucleoli, and a prominent vascular pattern. They are present within smooth muscle bundles away from benign acini. When present in prostate needle biopsies, paraganglia must be distinguished from high-grade adenocarcinoma.

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