Splenogonadal fusion mimicking a testis tumor.
| Title | Splenogonadal fusion mimicking a testis tumor. |
| Publication Type | Journal Article |
| Year of Publication | 2014 |
| Authors | Sountoulides, P., Neri F., Bellocci R., Schips L., & Cindolo L. |
| Journal | J Postgrad Med |
| Volume | 60 |
| Issue | 2 |
| Pagination | 202-4 |
| Date Published | 2014 Apr-Jun |
| ISSN | 0972-2823 |
| Keywords | Abnormalities, Multiple, Diagnosis, Differential, Humans, Infant, Male, Orchiectomy, Scrotum, Spleen, Splenectomy, Splenic Diseases, Testicular Diseases, Testis, Treatment Outcome, Ultrasonography |
| Abstract | The presence of ectopic splenic tissue in the scrotum is attributed to splenogonadal fusion, a rare congenital anomaly. This ectopic splenic tissue can be an incidental finding or less often present as a scrotal mass later in adult life. Given the rarity of splenogonadal fusion, especially in the adult population, this case highlights the clinical characteristics of the condition, with a special focus on the signs and findings that might help prevent unnecessary orchiectomy. |
| DOI | 10.4103/0022-3859.132350 |
| Alternate Journal | J Postgrad Med |
| PubMed ID | 24823526 |
