Simple cyst of the testis.
We report 5 cases of simple cyst of the testis, the largest series to date, and review the literature. Included are 2 autopsy cases, a case of a multilocular simple cyst and 1 case treated nonoperatively. Based on our experience, simple cyst of the testis should be suspected particularly in an enlarged but otherwise palpably normal testis. High resolution real-time scrotal sonography revealing an anechoic mass in the testis with well defined walls, and enhanced posterior through transmission and edge shadowing is diagnostic for a simple cyst. An asymptomatic simple cyst of the testis may be treated with observation alone. The symptomatic simple cyst should be treated ideally with local parenchyma-sparing excision.
Dmochowski
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Department of Surgery, University of Texas Medical School, Houston.
Rudy
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Weitzner
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Corriere
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D000368:Aged; D000369:Aged, 80 and over; D003560:Cysts / Q000175:diagnosis / Q000473:pathology / Q000601:surgery; D006801:Humans; D008297:Male; D008875:Middle Aged; D009919:Orchiectomy; D013733:Testicular Diseases / Q000175:diagnosis / Q000473:pathology / Q000601:surgery; D013737:Testis / Q000473:pathology; D014463:Ultrasonography