title: Abdominoscrotal hydrocele. Case presentation and review of the literature.
abstract: Abdominoscrotal hydrocele has been known for over a century although it rarely has been reported in children. A review of the world literature revealed 84 such cases, only three cases in the pediatric age group. Our patient, a 5-mo old male, presented with abdominal and scrotal masses of 4 to 6 wk duration. The abdominal mass measured 12 x 8 cm. The scrotal mass, which clinically seemed to be a hydrocele, measured 3 x 5 cm. Both masses appeared cystic and communicated. Diagnostic work-up clearly established the diagnosis. Complete surgical excision was accomplished through an inguinal crease incision.
mesh_terms: D000005:Abdomen; D005832:Genital Diseases, Male / Q000601:surgery; D006801:Humans; D007223:Infant; D008297:Male; D008722:Methods; D012611:Scrotum; D006848:Testicular Hydrocele / Q000601:surgery*