Malignant mesothelioma of the tunica vaginalis: a case with an unusually indolent course following radical orchidectomy and radiotherapy

Br J Radiol. 1999 May;72(857):502-4. doi: 10.1259/bjr.72.857.10505018.

Abstract

Malignant mesothelioma (malignant adenomatoid tumour) of the tunica vaginalis testis is a very rare neoplasm with highly aggressive biological behaviour. Treatment is difficult, and widespread local invasion and/or metastatic disease at presentation are associated with a poor prognosis. In this case report we describe for the first time a patient who, despite presenting with locally advanced disease, remains well 10 years after diagnosis and treatment with radical orchidectomy and high dose radiotherapy.

Publication types

  • Case Reports

MeSH terms

  • Aged
  • Combined Modality Therapy
  • Humans
  • Male
  • Mesothelioma / pathology*
  • Mesothelioma / radiotherapy
  • Mesothelioma / surgery
  • Orchiectomy / methods*
  • Testicular Neoplasms / pathology*
  • Testicular Neoplasms / radiotherapy
  • Testicular Neoplasms / surgery