Iranian Journal of Medical Sciences

Splenogonadal Fusion Operated as a Malignant Tumor

Document Type : Case Report(s)

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Abstract
Splenogonadal fusion is a rare congenital malformation whereby the splenic tissue is found attached or surrounded by the testis, and presents in both continuous and discontinuous forms. Splenogonadal fusion may be misinterpreted as a primary malignant testicular or an adenomatoid tumor. Knowledge about the existence of such an entity is essential in order to preserve the testis during surgical operation. We describe a case of splenogonadal fusion in a young man with bilateral normal oriented scrotal testis.

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Volume 35, Issue 2 - Serial Number 2
27
June 2010
Pages 157-159

  • Received 08 March 2015
  • Revised 24 August 2020
  • Accepted 24 December 2018