[Rhabdomyosarcoma of the spermatic cord: apropos of a case]

The rhabdomyosarcoma of the spermatic cord is a rare tumour of the genital apparatus, of which 80 cases have been published in world literature. In the present paper, we publish a case of pleomorphic rhabdomyosarcoma of the spermatic cord, pointing out the highly malignant nature of this lesion (a 10% survival rate after 5 years) as well as the delay in its diagnosis on some occasions due to confusion with hydroceles, hernias and cord cysts. As far as the treatment is concerned, all the authors agree on the extensive exeresis of the tumour, with a need for a para-aortic lymphadenectomy when there are greater divergences. In spite of these tumours being only slightly radio-sensitive, its usefulness when used locally to prevent relapses has been proved. The experience with chemiotherapy is very limited.