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Scrotal cyst
Introduction
Synonyms and keywords:: Idiopathic scrotal calcinosis, idiopathic calcified nodules of the scrotum,
Overview
Overview
Idiopathic scrotal calcinosis (also known as idiopathic calcified nodules of the scrotum[1]) is a cutaneous condition characterized by calcification of the skin resulting from the deposition of calcium and phosphorus occurring on the scrotum.[2]:528 However, the levels of calcium and phosphate in the blood are normal.[3] Idiopathic scrotal calcinosis typically affects young males, with an onset between adolescence and early adulthood.[3] The scrotal calcinosis appears, without any symptoms, as yellowish nodules that range in size from 1 mm to several centimeters.[4]
Physical examination
Physical examination
Gallery
Skin
Genitales
Treatment
Treatment
Treatment may involve surgery,[6] which is currently the only recommended intervention.[4] Surgery should include the removal of even small nodules, to prevent the recurrence of the scrotal calcinosis.[4]
References
References
- ↑ Rapini, Ronald P.; Bolognia, Jean L.; Jorizzo, Joseph L. (2007). Dermatology: 2-Volume Set. St. Louis: Mosby. ISBN 1-4160-2999-0.
- ↑ James, William D.; Berger, Timothy G.; et al. (2006). Andrews’ Diseases of the Skin: clinical Dermatology. Saunders Elsevier. ISBN 0-7216-2921-0.
- ↑ 3.0 3.1 Grenader, Tal; Shavit, Linda (Aug 18, 2011). “Scrotal Calcinosis”. New England Journal of Medicine. 365 (7): 647–647. doi:10.1056/NEJMicm1013803.
- ↑ 4.0 4.1 4.2 4.3 4.4 Khallouk, A (2011). “Idiopathic scrotal calcinosis: a non-elucidated pathogenesis and its surgical treatment”. Reviews in urology. 13 (2): 95–7. PMID 21935341. Unknown parameter
|coauthors=ignored (help) - ↑ Dubey S, Sharma R, Maheshwari V (2010). “Scrotal calcinosis: idiopathic or dystrophic?”. Dermatol. Online J. 16 (2): 5. PMID 20178701.
- ↑ Karaca M, Taylan G, Akan M, Eker G, Gideroglu K, Gul AE (April 2010). “Idiopathic Scrotal Calcinosis: Surgical Treatment and Histopathologic Evaluation of Etiology”. Urology. 76 (6): 1493–1495. doi:10.1016/j.urology.2010.02.001. PMID 20381842.
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