Spermatic Cord Metastasis from Colon Cancer
Author Information
Author(s): Galanis Ioannis, Chatzimavroudis Grigoris, Katsougiannopoulos Alexandros, Galanis Nikiforos, Makris John, Atmatzidis Konstantinos
Primary Institution: 2nd Surgical Department, Aristotle University of Thessaloniki, 'G. Gennimatas' General Hospital, Thessaloniki, Greece
Conclusion
Spermatic cord metastasis can present as a strangulated inguinal hernia, highlighting the need for careful diagnosis in similar cases.
Supporting Evidence
- Spermatic cord is a rare site for metastasis from colorectal cancer.
- The patient presented with symptoms of a strangulated inguinal hernia.
- Histopathological examination confirmed the presence of metastatic tumor.
Takeaway
Sometimes, cancer can spread to unusual places like the spermatic cord, and it can look like a different problem, like a hernia.
Methodology
Case report of an 80-year-old male patient with spermatic cord metastasis from colon adenocarcinoma.
Limitations
The study is based on a single case report, limiting generalizability.
Participant Demographics
80-year-old male patient.
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