Tuberculous Epididymo-Orchitis Masquerading as Paratesticular Sarcoma in Childhood- A Case Report
Abstract
Testicular involvement is a rare complication of tuberculosis. Among children the disease is often misdiagnosed and confused with paratesticular sarcoma. A six-year old boy presented with painful testicular mass. The histology showed a granulomatous inflammation and acid fast bacilli consistent with tuberculosis. Tuberculous epididymo-orchitis should be considered in the differential diagnosis of any testicular enlargement in children living in tuberculosis endemic areas.
Fields of Study & Subjects
Diagnosis and treatment of tuberculosis
Hematological disorders and diagnostics
Tuberculosis Research and Epidemiology
Publication details
- Journal / source
- African Journal of Paediatric Surgery
- Volume
- 4
- Issue
- 2
- Pages
- 106–107
- Publication date
- 25 May 2026
- Language
- EN