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Epididymis, Mass (Epididymal Tumors and Cysts) Updated 4/2010

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BASICS

  • Description
  • Epidemiology
  • Risk Factors
  • Pathophysiology
  • Associated Conditions

DIAGNOSIS

  • Signs and Symptoms
  • Tests
  • Differential Diagnosis

TREATMENT

  • Medication (Drugs)
  • Surgery
  • Additional Treatment | Radiotherapy

Ongoing Care

  • Prognosis
  • Complications
  • Follow-Up Recommendations
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BASICS
Description
  • Small solid paratesticular mass located in any portion of the epididymis
  • Frequently asymptomatic; usually discovered on routine urologic physical exam
  • Occasionally, pain is presenting complaint.
  • Enlarging masses are concerning for possible tumor.
Epidemiology
  • Not well defined
  • Benign cysts more common with aging
Risk Factors
  • Von Hippel-Lindau associated with cystadenoma
  • DES exposure in utero: Epididymal cysts
Pathophysiology
  • Most solid lesions benign
  • Malignant lesions uncommon
  • Metastasis rare but reported
Associated Conditions

Von Hippel-Lindau

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