Unusual contents of a scrotal swelling. (12th May 2011)

• Record Type: Journal Article
• Authors: Morris-Stiff, Gareth; Falk, Gavin A; Joyce, Daniel; Chalikonda, Sricharan
• Is Part Of: BMJ case reports. Volume 2011
• Publication Date: 2011-05-12
• Subjects: Medicine -- Case studies -- Periodicals; 610.5
• DOI: 10.1136/bcr.03.2011.4023
• Languages: English
• ISSNs: 1757-790X

Abstract

Abstract : Pseudomyxoma peritonei is an uncommon tumour, usually arising from the appendix. It occasionally presents as a hernia, particularly in men. Here, the case of a 56-year-old male with pseudomyxoma peritonei presenting as a left inguinal hernia is presented, and a brief discussion of the literature on its diagnosis and management is given. The case highlights the importance of carefully evaluating patients with ascites and abdominal wall hernias.