Xanthogranulomatous Epididymitis.
- Author:
Yong Yeun WON
1
;
Min Ho CHA
;
Dong Hee KOH
;
Se Joong KIM
;
Hee Jae JOO
;
Hyun Soo AHN
Author Information
1. Department of Urology, Ajou University School of Medicine, Suwon, Korea.
- Publication Type:Case Report
- Keywords:
Epididymitis;
Pyelonephritis;
xanthogranulomatous;
Inflammation
- MeSH:
Epididymitis*;
Humans;
Inflammation;
Male;
Middle Aged;
Orchiectomy;
Pyelonephritis;
Rare Diseases
- From:Korean Journal of Urology
2004;45(6):613-615
- CountryRepublic of Korea
- Language:Korean
-
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.
