Unnecessary mastectomy for gynecomastia in testicular cancer patient.
Journal Article (Journal Article)
A young man presented with a 4-month history of progressive, bilateral tender gynecomastia and underwent a bilateral subcutaneous mastectomy without regard for a possible occult testicular tumor. Following the mastectomy, metastatic testicular cancer was discovered; the patient had an overlooked scrotal mass and a very elevated serum human chorionic gonadotropin tumor marker. The possibility of testicular tumor must be considered in any male, especially those in the younger age group, who present with gynecomastia.
Full Text
Duke Authors
Cited Authors
- Moul, JW; Moellman, JR
Published Date
- August 1992
Published In
Volume / Issue
- 157 / 8
Start / End Page
- 433 - 434
PubMed ID
- 1382250
International Standard Serial Number (ISSN)
- 0026-4075
Language
- eng
Conference Location
- England