Testicular microlithiasis in a child with torsion of the appendix testis

J Urol. 1995 Jan;153(1):183-4. doi: 10.1097/00005392-199501000-00072.

Abstract

We report on an 8-year-old boy with a unilateral testicular mass and bilateral diffusely echogenic testes on sonography. At inguinal exploration torsion of an appendix testis with a reactive phlegmon was found and testis biopsy revealed significant testicular microlithiasis. To our knowledge our case demonstrates a previously undescribed presentation of testicular microlithiasis. The literature is reviewed and this disease entity is discussed.

Publication types

  • Case Reports
  • Review

MeSH terms

  • Calculi / diagnostic imaging*
  • Child
  • Humans
  • Male
  • Spermatic Cord Torsion / complications*
  • Testicular Diseases / diagnostic imaging*
  • Ultrasonography