Diffuse testicular microlithiasis associated with intratubular germ cell neoplasia and seminoma
Testicular microlithiasis is an uncommon condition in which multiple calcifications develop in the seminiferous tubules. Sonography demonstrates a typical pattern of diffuse, hyperechoic specks. This condition has been associated with premalignant and malignant changes of the testicle. We present a...
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Veröffentlicht in: | Urology (Ridgewood, N.J.) N.J.), 1996-11, Vol.48 (5), p.794-796 |
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Zusammenfassung: | Testicular microlithiasis is an uncommon condition in which multiple calcifications develop in the seminiferous tubules. Sonography demonstrates a typical pattern of diffuse, hyperechoic specks. This condition has been associated with premalignant and malignant changes of the testicle. We present a case of intratubular germ cell neoplasia and a microscopic focus of seminoma found in a patient with isolated testicular microlithiasis and no focal mass. Physicians should be more aware of testicular microlithiasis, and heightened surveillance is recommended to identify progression to tumor formation. |
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ISSN: | 0090-4295 1527-9995 |
DOI: | 10.1016/S0090-4295(96)00228-2 |