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Spontaneous Regression Of Metastases From Testicular Tumors: A Report Of Six Cases From One Center

Franklin, C. I. V. 1977Testicular cancer

Clinical Radiology 28(5): 1977; 499-502

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Case Details

Personal Characteristics

B. W., 34

Clinical Characteristics

Swollen left testis, low back pain radiating to his left groin, multiple pulmonary metastases

Remission Characteristics

By august 1965, some had disappeared and others were smaller; in april 1966 there had been further resolution and by november 1971 the residual shadows had become finely calcified. In december 1975, he was well and no further change was noted on his chest x-ray.

Treatment & Mechanisms

Proposed Remission Mechanisms

Not discussed

Clinical Treatment

Orchidectomy, prophylactic postoperative abdominal irradiation

Additional Notes

The tumour was reported as malignant teratoma intermediate B (MTIB) by the Testicular Tumour Panel and Registry (TTPR).