Paratesticular sarcoma of the spermatic cord: A rare case of dedifferentiated leiomyosarcoma

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Authors: Resul Çiçek, İbrahim Topçu, Bulut Dural, Serhat Toprak, Ömer Faruk Yıldırım, Yasin Karaçor
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Abstract

Paratesticular sarcomas are extremely rare tumors characterized by aggressive biological behavior and a significant risk of recurrence and metastasis. We present a rare case of paratesticular sarcoma ultimately diagnosed as dedifferentiated liposarcoma following comprehensive histopathological and immunohistochemical evaluation. The patient presented with complaints of scrotal edema and discomfort, and radical inguinal orchiectomy was performed. The definitive diagnosis was established through comprehensive histological and immunohistochemical evaluation and was defined as dedifferentiated liposarcoma. This report emphasizes the critical importance of comprehensive pathological evaluation and highlights total surgical excision as the primary approach in the treatment of paratesticular sarcomas due to their rarity and complex diagnosis.

Fields of Study & Subjects

Sarcoma Diagnosis and Treatment Urologic and reproductive health conditions Testicular diseases and treatments

Publication details

Journal / source
Urology Case Reports
Volume
65
Pages
103372–103372
Publication date
10 February 2026
Language
EN