Benign Scrotal Masses in the Adolescent Male: Varicoceles, Spermatoceles, and Hydroceles.
Because scrotal masses may be a source of embarrassment for adolescents concerned about fertility and sexual prowess, supportive counseling should be included in treatment. The authors summarize the history, pathophysiology, epidemiology, natural history, signs and symptoms, laboratory tests, diagnostic problems, treatment, and prognosis of these masses.
Monga
M
Tulane University School of Medicine, Urology; SL-42, 1430 Tulane Avenue, New Orleans, LA 70112-2699, USA.
Sofikitis
N
Hellstrom
WJ