Abstract
IntroductionXanthogranulomatous orchitis is an extremely rare condition of the test is marked by the necrosis and effacement of testicular parenchyma by an inflammatory process. The current study aims to report a case of xanthogranulomatous epididymo-orchitis.Case reportA 35-year-old man presented with a history of recurrent attacks of dull pain and swelling of the right side of the scrotum for 3 weeks. He denied having any history of trauma or urinary symptoms. Physical examination revealed tenderness and warmth of the right side of the scrotum. Urine culture was negative. The patient managed operatively.DiscussionThe underlying pathophysiology of xanthogranulomatous orchitis is yet unknown. The pathogenesis of this inflammatory process in the testis is frequently driven by obstruction of the epididymis or the urinary tract. Urinary tract infection has also been considered as an etiologic factor.ConclusionXanthogranulomatous orchitis is an uncommon testicular inflammatory condition. Histopathologic examination is required for definitive diagnosis and for the exclusion of occult germ cell malignancy.
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