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Accessory scrotum in neonate: A rare congenital scrotal anomaly

Year: 2025

Type: article

Abstract: Accessory scrotum (AS) is an extremely rare congenital anomaly, defined as scrotal-like tissue outside a normal anatomical location, without associated testes. It is often associated with perineal lipomas and other anomalies. We report a newborn male with a scrotum-like perineal mass posterior to the original scrotum. Postnatal assessment revealed a perineal mass resembling an AS. Ultrasound and CT confirmed a fat-containing mass, ruling out teratoma. A cystoscopy confirmed urinary tract integrity, and complete surgical excision of AS was conducted successfully. Although benign, AS presents a diagnostic challenge and may mimic other perineal anomalies. Complete resection is curative. • Accessory scrotum is an extremely rare congenital anomaly. • There is a need for awareness of accessory scrotum as a differential diagnosis for perineal masses in neonates. • It is an important to confirm a normal anatomy of urogenital tract.

Source: Urology Case Reports

DOI: 10.1016/j.eucr.2025.103021

Authors: Naser El-Mefleh, Hassan Al-Hussein, Ebrahem Othman, Hasan Darwish, Mohammad Alsaleh

Institutions: University of Aleppo, Dar Al-Shifa Hospital, Unicaf University Zambia

Language: English

Topic: Urological Disorders and Treatments

Subfield: Urology

Field: Medicine

Domain: Health Sciences

SDG: Good health and well-being

Open Access status: gold

Estimated APC paid: $1,160