Zinner's syndrome: A rare diagnosis of congenital seminal vesicle cyst and renal agenesis on basis of radiological imaging and its management

Zinner syndrome: A first case report from Ethiopia

“…The reported incidence from one pooled study which reviewed 200 cases of ZS was 0.046% (3). Majority of patients become symptomatic in the 2nd to 3rd decades of life when sexual activity heightens [5] . Symptoms develop during the years of sexual activity, when secretions are at their peak or drainage is inadequate owing to a malformed or secondarily stenosed duct system [6] .…”

The role of radiology in diagnosis of Zinner syndrome in a young man with scrotal pain

“…Radiological evaluation can be used to monitor the progression of the cystic lesions and the response to treatment. In some symptomatic cases, surgical intervention may be necessary, and radiology is essential for surgical planning and postoperative monitoring [ 11 , 12 ].…”

Potential pharmacotherapy for Zinner syndrome

“…The symptoms include ejaculatory pain, painful urination, urinary difficulties, and recurrent urinary tract infections. The syndrome is usually diagnosed using imaging studies such as magnetic resonance imaging and ultrasonography ( 1 , 2 ). These imaging studies are essential for the identification of the underlying disease responsible for the clinical manifestations and determination of its specific internal presentation.…”