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Spermatocoele (epididymal cyst) (Diagnosis (History (SH Living…
Spermatocoele
(epididymal cyst)
Definition
Cyst located on
the epididymis
Epidemiology
Usually adults
Pathophysiology
Benign cyst on the epididymis,
containing clear fluid
Clinical
presentation
Scotal lump
Diagnosis
Examination
Genital exam
Lump behind/on epididymis, able to get above,
smooth, may be fluctuant, immobile, transilluminates
Investigations
Bedside
Obs (nil)
Imaging
USS testes: cystic lump
History
SH
Living arrangements, occupation/school,
smoking, alcohol
FH
Testicular lumps, cancers
DH
Meds, allergies
PMH
Known medical conditions
PC/HPC
Lump on testes
Any fever, weight loss, pain, itch
Management
Conservative
Information, advice, support
Surgical
Excision
Indication: large, painful, cosmesis
