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Massive tubular ectasia of the rete testes in a patient with Marfan syndrome

Year: 2025

Type: article

Abstract: This case study explores massive tubular ectasia of the rete testes in a patient with Marfan syndrome. Marfan syndrome is a connective tissue disorder and has no known association with tubular ectasia in published research. Despite the unclear pathophysiology of tubular ectasia, potential causes include mechanical obstruction and congenital deformity. The patient, a male in his 40s, presented with bilateral testicular pain and swelling up to a volume of 200 cc over two years. Tubular ectasia was diagnosed on ultrasound and MRI, no obstructive aetiology was identified. Initial conservative management was chosen, but further enlargement led to reconsideration of treatment options. • Rare case of tubular ectasia of the rete testes up to 200 cc bilaterally. • Marfan syndrome may have contributed; however, no literature supports this. • Benign condition which can be managed conservatively. • Surgical intervention can be considered in severe cases.

Source: Urology Case Reports

DOI: 10.1016/j.eucr.2025.102972

Authors: Ashley Lee, Ronny Low, Steve McCombie, Dickon Hayne

Institutions: South Metropolitan Health Service, The University of Western Australia

Language: English

Topic: Testicular diseases and treatments

Subfield: Surgery

Field: Medicine

Domain: Health Sciences

SDG: Good health and well-being

Open Access status: gold

Estimated APC paid: $1,160