Acquired smooth muscle hamartoma mimicking scrotal filariasis: A rare case report

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Authors: Syahjihan Amrullah, Wahjoe Djatisoesanto, Dimas Panca Andhika
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Abstract

Smooth muscle hamartoma (SMH) is a rare benign lesion characterized by an overgrowth of smooth muscle fibers, typically originating from the arrector pili muscles in the dermis. We report the case of a 39-year-old male sailor with a progressively enlarging scrotal for several years, with rapid enlargement within the past year. The mass was intermittently painful, especially during physical exertion. The patient underwent successful surgical excision with bilateral orchidopexy. Histopathological and immunohistochemical analysis confirmed the diagnosis of ASMH. Postoperative recovery was uneventful. This case highlights the importance of considering ASMH in the differential diagnosis of scrotal masses. Conservative testis-sparing surgery can result in excellent outcomes.

Fields of Study & Subjects

Urologic and reproductive health conditions Testicular diseases and treatments Soft tissue tumor case studies

Publication details

Journal / source
Urology Case Reports
Volume
66
Pages
103392–103392
Publication date
27 February 2026
Language
EN