45. Chronic epididymitis. Hydrokele. Atrophia of the testes.

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Organ: Epididymis, testis

Description:

The testis is atrophied. There is fluid between the parietal and visceral layers of the tunica vaginalis, called hydrocele. The epididymis is inflamed, showing small greyish discolorations.

Chronic epididymitis prep

Diagnosis: Chronic epididymitis, testicular atrophy and hydrocele

Causes:

• Chronic epididymitis
  • STDs
  • Tuberculosis
  • Sarcoidosis
• Testicular atrophy
  • Atherosclerotic ischaemia
  • Recurrent trauma
  • Cirrhosis
  • Anabolic steroid abuse
  • Recurring inflammation
• Hydrocele
  • Inflammation
  • Heart failure
  • Cirrhosis
  • Trauma
  • Torsion

Theory:

While small greyish discolorations are typically characteristic for chronic epididymitis these discolorations are not really visible on this preparation due to the formalin.