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[Primary carcinoid of the testis: a case report]
Yusuke Hattori1, Fumiyoshi Kanda, Mitsuru Nakahashi
1Department of Urology, Kanagawa Prefectural Ashigara Kami Hospital.
Hinyokika Kiyo. Acta Urologica Japonica
|November 6, 2003
Summary
A rare pure testicular carcinoid tumor was incidentally discovered in a male patient with a femur fracture. The large tumor showed no signs of metastasis 12 months post-surgery.
Area of Science:
- Oncology
- Urology
- Pathology
Background:
- Testicular tumors are rare, with carcinoid tumors being exceptionally uncommon.
- This case highlights an incidental finding during trauma management.
Observation:
- A 66-year-old male presented with right femur fracture and popliteal artery injury.
- During surgery, a large scrotal mass (9 x 6 x 5 cm) was detected.
- The patient had no symptoms of carcinoid syndrome.
Findings:
- Histological examination confirmed a pure carcinoid tumor of the testis.
- Imaging studies ruled out metastatic disease.
- No metastasis was observed 12 months post-orchiectomy.
Implications:
- This case underscores the importance of thorough examination even during trauma care.
- Pure testicular carcinoid tumors, though rare, should be considered in the differential diagnosis of testicular masses.
- Complete surgical resection appears to be an effective treatment for localized pure testicular carcinoid tumors.