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96% of all testicular tumors are malignant. Most present with metastases already present, but despite this the prognosis is excellent. Even advanced and metastatic testicular cancers are often curable. Most (95%) of testicular malignancies are germ cell tumours, which originate from germ cells, the majority of these are seminomas. | 96% of all testicular tumors are malignant. Most present with metastases already present, but despite this the prognosis is excellent. Even advanced and metastatic testicular cancers are often curable. Overall the cure rate is 80 - 90%. Most (95%) of testicular malignancies are germ cell tumours, which originate from germ cells, the majority of these are seminomas. | ||
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== Clinical features == | == Clinical features == | ||
Testicular tumors usually present as incidentally discovered firm, painless masses on the testis. Unlike hydroceles, these masses cannot be transilluminated. | Testicular tumors usually present as incidentally discovered firm, painless masses on the testis. Unlike hydroceles, these masses cannot be transilluminated. In case of metastases there may be symptoms like cough, chest pain, or bone pain. | ||
== Diagnosis and evaluation == | == Diagnosis and evaluation == | ||