Case report: Multiple epidermoid cysts of the testes—The ultrasound appearances

Epidermoid cysts are uncommon tumours of the testes representing approximately 1% of all testicular tumours. Their importance lies in the fact that they are completely benign and can be treated by local excision, thereby saving the patient an orchidectomy. We describe a case in which the patient had...

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Published in:	Clinical radiology Vol. 50; no. 6; pp. 414 - 415
Main Authors:	Sanderson, A.J., Birch, B.R., Dewbury, K.C.
Format:	Journal Article
Language:	English
Published:	England Elsevier Ltd 01-06-1995
Subjects:	Adult Epidermal Cyst - diagnostic imaging Humans Male Testicular Neoplasms - diagnostic imaging Ultrasonography
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Summary:	Epidermoid cysts are uncommon tumours of the testes representing approximately 1% of all testicular tumours. Their importance lies in the fact that they are completely benign and can be treated by local excision, thereby saving the patient an orchidectomy. We describe a case in which the patient had multiple epidermoid cysts involving both testes and faced possible bilateral orchidectomy.
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ISSN:	0009-9260 1365-229X
DOI:	10.1016/S0009-9260(05)83142-3