Carcinoma of the sigmoid colon presenting as a scrotal swelling.
case_report · Level V
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Abstract
A case of adenocarcinoma of the sigmoid colon, presenting as a testicular mass, is described. At sigmoid colectomy widespread metastases were found and only palliative care could be offered thereafter. The incidence and age of such a presentation and manner of spread of the occult primary are discussed.
Medical subject headings
- Adenocarcinoma
- Colonic Neoplasms
- Testicular Neoplasms