Tehran University of Medical Sciences

Science Communicator Platform

Stay connected! Follow us on X network (Twitter):
Share this content! On (X network) By
Unilateral Tuberculous Epididymo- Orchitis With Scrotal Fistula: A Case Report



Hosamirudsari H1 ; Mohammadizia F2
Authors
Show Affiliations
Authors Affiliations
  1. 1. Infectious Diseases Clinic, Baharloo Hospital, Tehran University of Medical Sciences, Tehran, Iran
  2. 2. Dept. of Pathology, Baharloo Hospital, Tehran University of Medical Sciences, Tehran, Iran

Source: Iranian Journal of Pathology Published:2015

Abstract

Tuberculosis (TB) global prevalence remains almost unchanged over the past few decades. Though genitourinary tract tuberculosis is common, it is rarely associated with scrotal fistula. We present a rare case of advanced tuberculous epididymo-orchitis (TBEO) which culminated in removing the testis. Before final diagnosis is made, it was unresponsive to empirical therapy of bacterial epididymo-orchitis. The approaches to this case were clinical, radiological and histopatologic. For treatment and follow up see the case report. © 2015, Iranian Society of Pathology. All rights reserved.