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[Testicular epidermoid cyst].

Authors :
Ramos Pleguezuelos FM
Amérigo J
Vidal Puga C
Shahrour G
Rodríguez-Arias Palomo C
Márquez Lobo B
Source :
Archivos espanoles de urologia [Arch Esp Urol] 2008 Jun; Vol. 61 (5), pp. 643-6.
Publication Year :
2008

Abstract

Objective: Testicular epidermoid cysts are rare and can be clinically misleading with other testicular neoplasms. We describe a case of epidermal cyst of the testis, with the aim to contribute to the clinicopathological knowledge of this entity.<br />Methods: A 24-year-old caucasian man presented with a self-detected right testicular mass. Ultrasound features were consistent with solid tumor. He underwent an inguinal radical orchyectomy.<br />Results: An intraparenchymal cyst measuring 1,4 cm was observed, covered by epidermal epithelium with no other skin components. Adnexal testicular pulp was normal.<br />Conclusions: When a preoperative diagnosis is made, a conservative treatment is recommendable, including frozen sections analysis of the cyst and adjacent testicular parenchyma to rule out a coexistent intratubular germ cell neoplasia.

Details

Language :
Spanish; Castilian
ISSN :
0004-0614
Volume :
61
Issue :
5
Database :
MEDLINE
Journal :
Archivos espanoles de urologia
Publication Type :
Academic Journal
Accession number :
18709824
Full Text :
https://doi.org/10.4321/s0004-06142008000500015