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Case Reports
. 2012 Sep 7:2012:bcr2012006658.
doi: 10.1136/bcr-2012-006658.

A right inguinoscrotal swelling: the importance of histological analysis

Nina Patrick  1 , Morkos Iskander, Katherine Brougham, John McCabe
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Case Reports

A right inguinoscrotal swelling: the importance of histological analysis

Nina Patrick et al. BMJ Case Rep. .

Abstract

Myxofibrosarcoma of the spermatic cord is a rare condition. We present an unusual case of a 69-year-old gentleman who presented to the emergency department on two occasions with a right inguinoscrotal swelling. We will explore the diagnostic difficulties encountered and subsequent management. We will also highlight the importance of histological analysis when unexpected findings are encountered.

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Figure 1
Figure 1
Low-power view showing a nodule of tumour with a myxoid appearance with prominent small curvilinear blood vessels. Varying degrees of cellularity can be appreciated.
Figure 2
Figure 2
High-power view showing highly pleomorphic, hyperchromatic spindle cells with prominent curvilinear vessels.
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