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What is the typical shape and location of the testes?

  • Symmetrical and flat-shaped located above the kidneys
  • Symmetrical and oval-shaped located within the scrotum (correct)
  • Asymmetrical and round-shaped located in the abdomen
  • Asymmetrical and oval-shaped located in the pelvic cavity

Which structure is responsible for the supply of blood to the epididymis?

  • Inferior mesenteric artery
  • Cremasteric arteries
  • Internal pudendal arteries
  • Right and left testicular arteries (correct)

What is a common sonographic finding associated with scrotal rupture?

  • Focal alteration of testicular parenchymal pattern (correct)
  • Normal testicular contour
  • Thickening of the tunica albuginea
  • Absence of blood collection

What does a varicocele indicate?

<p>Abnormal dilation of the pampiniform plexus veins (B)</p> Signup and view all the answers

What condition is often a result of lower urinary tract infection spreading through the spermatic cord?

<p>Epididymo-orchitis (D)</p> Signup and view all the answers

What percentage of all testicular tumors is made up by malignant lymphoma?

<p>1% to 7% (A)</p> Signup and view all the answers

At what age is bilateral secondary testicular neoplasm most commonly observed in men?

<p>Over 60 years old (D)</p> Signup and view all the answers

What is the meaning of cryptorchidism?

<p>A condition where the testicle hasn't descended (A)</p> Signup and view all the answers

What does the surgical procedure orchidopexy aim to achieve?

<p>To free the testicle and implant it into the scrotum (C)</p> Signup and view all the answers

Which of the following is NOT a feature of undescended testis?

<p>Can be brought down manually (A)</p> Signup and view all the answers

What is the most common cause of painless scrotal swelling?

<p>Hydrocele (A)</p> Signup and view all the answers

Which type of testicular tumor is more likely to be malignant?

<p>Intratesticular masses (C)</p> Signup and view all the answers

What distinguishes embryonal cell carcinoma from seminomas?

<p>Heterogeneous structure (C)</p> Signup and view all the answers

Which condition is primarily associated with vasectomy patients?

<p>Sperm granulomas (C)</p> Signup and view all the answers

What imaging finding is characterized by multiple bright, nonshadowing foci within the testis?

<p>Testicular microlithiasis (C)</p> Signup and view all the answers

Flashcards

What are the testes?

Symmetrical, oval-shaped glands located within the scrotum. They appear smooth with a fine echotexture on ultrasound.

What is the epididymis?

A 6-7 cm long tubular structure that starts superiorly and courses posterolaterally towards the testicle. It is supplied by blood vessels from the abdominal aorta.

What is a scrotal rupture?

This is a rupture of the testicle and is often caused by trauma. It can be seen on ultrasound as an irregular shape of the testicle.

What is epididymo-orchitis?

An inflammation of the epididymis and testes, usually caused by a lower urinary tract infection.

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What is torsion of the spermatic cord?

This condition occurs when the testicle twists within the scrotum due to abnormal mobility. It is a medical emergency.

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Hydrocele

Fluid buildup in the space between the tunica vaginalis layers, often painless and the most common cause of scrotal swelling.

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Pyocele

A collection of pus in the space between the tunica vaginalis layers, typically caused by infection.

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Testicular Microlithiasis

Benign condition characterized by multiple bright, nonshadowing foci within the testicle.

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Germ cell tumor

A type of testicular tumor stemming from germ cells, which can lead to elevated levels of specific proteins.

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Seminoma

A type of germ cell tumor characterized by its homogeneous, hypoechoic appearance with smooth borders.

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Undescended Testis/Cryptorchidism

A condition where the testicle hasn't descended into the scrotum and cannot be brought down manually.

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Orchiopexy

A surgical procedure to treat undescended testicles. It frees the testicle from surrounding structures and implants it into the scrotum.

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Testicular Cancer

A type of cancer affecting the testicles.

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Malignant Lymphoma

A type of testicular cancer that accounts for 1% to 7% of all testicular tumors.

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Secondary Testicular Lymphoma

Most commonly affects men over 60 years old and is usually detected when the cancer has spread to other parts of the body.

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