Xanthogranulomatous Orchitis With Testicular Atrophy in a Case of Chronic Pyocele: A Rare Case
Sagarika S Bhole,
Gowardhan Dare,
Mohd Yunus Shah
et al.
Abstract:Xanthogranulomatous orchitis (XGO) is a benign non-inflammatory condition predominantly affecting the testicular tissue and characterized by the infiltration of lipid-laden macrophages leading to substantial tissue damage. We present the case of an 80-year-old gentleman with chronic pyocele and concurrent testicular atrophy secondary to XGO, a seldom-reported manifestation in the testicular milieu. The patient presented with a protracted history of left-sided scrotal swelling and underwent left orchidectomy su… Show more
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