The frequency with which malignant tumors occur in the testicles is 5% of all urological tumors and 1% of all malignant neoplasms.

There are three peak incidences in the presentation of these tumors: the first is in childhood, the second peak is between ages 25 and 40, and finally after age 60. They are more common on the right side, with 57% of cases occurring.

There are risk factors that make you prone to developing these tumors, such as cryptorchidism, hypospadias, a family history of testicular tumors, obesity, smoking, and infertility, among others.

Clinically, it presents as a hard mass in the testicle that is generally painless, with increased testicular size and heaviness of the scrotum.

A visit to the urologist is necessary whenever a palpable mass is present in the testicle. The urologist performs a physical examination, a testicular ultrasound, and tumor marker tests. Once the clinical diagnosis is made, a radical or partial orchiectomy is performed, depending on the case. After this, the surgical specimen is obtained and sent for a pathological study. This will determine the definitive removal of the tumor, as different histological types exist. Depending on the results, a post-surgical treatment option will be chosen, ranging from active surveillance, chemotherapy, radiotherapy, and sometimes a retroperitoneal lymphadenectomy.

Follow-up is performed with imaging studies and tumor markers, and is generally monitored for an average of 5 years.

We have the experience, resources, and technology to treat these tumors. If you experience any of these symptoms, we invite you to schedule an appointment so we can provide a comprehensive approach and treatment.