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CASE REPORT
Three testicles in one hemiscrotum: an unusual presentation of polyorchidism
  1. Justin D Ellett1,
  2. James S Rosoff2,
  3. Michaella M Prasad1
  1. 1Department of Urology, Medical University of South Carolina, Charleston, South Carolina, USA
  2. 2Department of Urology, Yale University, New Haven, Connecticut, USA
  1. Correspondence to Dr James S Rosoff, james.rosoff{at}yale.edu

Summary

Polyorchidism, or more than one testicle in a hemiscrotum, is a relatively rare phenomenon. It is often associated with several other conditions, including inguinal hernia, testicular maldescent, testicular torsion, hydrocele or hypospadias. In this report, we describe a patient who presented with three testicles in one hemiscrotum, which is a highly unusual presentation for an already uncommon condition. We also review the relevant literature as it relates to the need for surveillance due to the increased risk for malignancy.

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