Intraoperative ultrasonographically guided biopsy in testicular sarcoidosis: a case report

J Urol. 1990 Jun;143(6):1229-31. doi: 10.1016/s0022-5347(17)40234-5.

Abstract

We present a case of sarcoidosis with involvement of a solitary testis that was discovered incidentally on an ultrasonogram of the scrotum. This appears to be case 8 of sarcoidosis with genitourinary involvement limited to the testis. We believe it is the second report of intraoperative ultrasonography used to locate and perform a biopsy of impalpable testicular lesions. We consider this technique to be useful in instances of solitary gonads or in cases of bilateral lesions.

Publication types

  • Case Reports

MeSH terms

  • Adult
  • Biopsy / methods
  • Humans
  • Intraoperative Care
  • Male
  • Sarcoidosis / diagnosis*
  • Testicular Diseases / diagnosis*
  • Testis / pathology*
  • Ultrasonography*