The strange case of a hematocele mistaken for a neoplastic scrotal mass

Hematoceles are usually associated with a history of scrotal trauma, are usually painful and rarely have an idiopathic origin. We describe the peculiar case of a hematocele mistaken for a testicular cancer.

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Published in:Canadian Urological Association journal 2015-04, Vol.9 (3-4), p.E217-E219
Main Authors: Barale, Maurizio, Oderda, Marco, Faletti, Riccardo, Falcone, Marco, Pisano, Francesca, Marra, Giancarlo, Cassenti, Adele, Delsedime, Luisa, Pacchioni, Donatella, Gontero, Paolo
Format: Article
Language:English
Subjects:
Care and treatment
Case Report
Case studies
Diagnosis
Genital diseases, Male
Patient outcomes
Risk factors
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Summary:Hematoceles are usually associated with a history of scrotal trauma, are usually painful and rarely have an idiopathic origin. We describe the peculiar case of a hematocele mistaken for a testicular cancer.
ISSN:1911-6470
1920-1214
DOI:10.5489/cuaj.2630