Advances in the studies of testicular microlithiasis.
- Author:
Qing-Lai TANG
1
;
Yu-Tian DAI
2
Author Information
1. Department of Urology, Jiangning Hospital Affiliated to Nanjing Medical University, Nanjing, Jiangsu 211100, China.
2. Department of Andrology, Drum Tower Hospital / Gulou School of Clinical Medicine, Nanjing Medical University, Nanjing, Jiangsu 210008, China.
- Publication Type:Journal Article
- Keywords:
advances;
clinical research;
testicular microlithiasis
- MeSH:
Adult;
Calculi;
diagnostic imaging;
etiology;
physiopathology;
therapy;
Disease Management;
Humans;
Male;
Reproduction;
physiology;
Testicular Diseases;
diagnostic imaging;
etiology;
physiopathology;
therapy;
Testicular Neoplasms;
etiology;
Ultrasonography
- From:
National Journal of Andrology
2017;23(8):734-738
- CountryChina
- Language:Chinese
-
Abstract:
With the increased attention to men's health and development of ultrasound imaging technology, clinicians are achieving a better understanding of testicular microlithiasis. This review presents an overview on recent studies of the etiology, pathogenesis, and imaging characteristics of testicular microlithiasis, its impact on male reproductive function, and its relation ship with testis tumors and other related diseases, as well as its treatment strategies and follow-up proposals, aiming to provide some new evidence for further understanding and management of the disease.
