title: Three testicles in one hemiscrotum: an unusual presentation of polyorchidism.
abstract: Polyorchidism, or more than one testicle in a hemiscrotum, is a relatively rare phenomenon. It is often associated with several other conditions, including inguinal hernia, testicular maldescent, testicular torsion, hydrocele or hypospadias. In this report, we describe a patient who presented with three testicles in one hemiscrotum, which is a highly unusual presentation for an already uncommon condition. We also review the relevant literature as it relates to the need for surveillance due to the increased risk for malignancy.
authors.affiliation: Department of Urology, Medical University of South Carolina, Charleston, South Carolina, USA.
authors.forename: Justin D
authors.initials: JD
authors.lastname: Ellett
authors.affiliation: Department of Urology, Yale University, New Haven, Connecticut, USA.
authors.forename: James S
authors.initials: JS
authors.lastname: Rosoff
authors.affiliation: Department of Urology, Medical University of South Carolina, Charleston, South Carolina, USA.
authors.forename: Michaella M
authors.initials: MM
authors.lastname: Prasad
mesh_terms: D000293:Adolescent; D001706:Biopsy; D006801:Humans; D008297:Male; D013737:Testis / Q000002:abnormalities* / Q000473:pathology* / Q000601:surgery