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- Title
Testicular microlithiasis in siblings: clinical implications.
- Authors
Thomas, Dimitrios; Vlachopapadopoulou, Elpis; Papadakis, Vassilios; Sklavou, Regina; Stefanaki, Kalliope; Polychronopoulou, Sofia; Michalacos, Stefanos
- Abstract
Testicular microlithiasis is a relatively uncommon condition in children. It is characterized by the presence of microcalcifications within the testicular parenchyma. Although it is a benign finding, underlying diseases and other conditions must be ruled out because testicular microlithiasis has been found in association with both benign and malignant lesions in the testes and other tissues. We present two brothers with testicular microlithiasis, and highlight the prevalence, natural history, associated malignant conditions and follow-up recommendations of children diagnosed with testicular microlithiasis.
- Subjects
JUVENILE diseases; CHILDHOOD cancer; PEDIATRICS education; CHILD health services; MEDICAL research; HEALTH planning; CANCER treatment
- Publication
Pediatric Radiology, 2008, Vol 38, Issue 6, p688
- ISSN
0301-0449
- Publication type
Article
- DOI
10.1007/s00247-008-0749-5