[Malignant mesothelioma of the tunica vaginalis testis].
Malignant mesothelioma of the tunica vaginalis testis is an extremely rare tumor, with only 37 cases previously described in the literature. Treatment consists of inguinal orchiectomy with close follow-up [1]. Asbestos exposure, trauma and hydrocele have been implicated as risk factors. We describe a patient's history and the pathological findings as well as the management according to preceding reports in the literature.
Biermann
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Urologische Klinik und Poliklinik, Kantonsspital Basel.
Gasser
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Rutishauser
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D000368:Aged; D000369:Aged, 80 and over; D006801:Humans; D008297:Male; D008654:Mesothelioma / Q000473:pathology / Q000601:surgery*; D011183:Postoperative Complications / Q000473:pathology / Q000601:surgery; D012086:Reoperation; D006848:Testicular Hydrocele / Q000473:pathology / Q000601:surgery; D013736:Testicular Neoplasms / Q000473:pathology / Q000601:surgery*; D013737:Testis / Q000473:pathology
Malignes Mesotheliom der Tunica vaginalis testis.