Inflammatory myofibroblastic tumor of epididymis: a case report and review of literature
2008
Case Report of Inflammatory Myofibroblastic Tumor of the Epididymis
Sample size: 1
publication
Evidence: low
Author Information
Author(s): Pankaj P Dangle, Wenle Paul Wang, Kamal S Pohar
Primary Institution: The James Cancer Hospital and Solove Research Institute, Ohio State University
Conclusion
Inflammatory myofibroblastic tumor should be considered in the diagnosis of epididymal masses, and definitive diagnosis requires surgical exploration.
Supporting Evidence
- Only eight cases of epididymal inflammatory myofibroblastic tumor have been reported prior to this case.
- The patient was free of disease recurrence at 4 years follow-up after radical orchidectomy.
- Histological examination confirmed the diagnosis of inflammatory myofibroblastic tumor.
Takeaway
A young man had a rare tumor in his epididymis that was hard to identify without surgery, but after removing it, he has been healthy for four years.
Methodology
The patient underwent radical orchidectomy based on clinical and radiological findings.
Limitations
The rarity of the condition limits the generalizability of the findings.
Participant Demographics
22-year-old healthy Caucasian male.
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