Korean J Urol.
2004 Jun;45(6):613-615.
Xanthogranulomatous Epididymitis
- Affiliations
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- 1Department of Urology, Ajou University School of Medicine, Suwon, Korea.
- 2Department of Pathology, Ajou University School of Medicine, Suwon, Korea.
Abstract
- Xanthogranulomatous epididymitis is an extremely rare disease. Its etiology is unclear, but it is characterized by chronic suppurative granulomatous inflammation. We report on a 53-year-old diabetic man who suffered from left scrotal swelling and pain. Because the condition did not improve with the use of antibiotic therapy, left orchiectomy was performed. Pathological examination revealed a xanthogranulomatous epididymitis.
