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Term ID: | 3124 |
Name: | testicular Leydig cell tumor |
Definition: | A sex cord-stromal tumor that arises from the testis and is characterized by the presence of cells that resemble the successive stages of development of Leydig cells. It usually presents as a painless testicular mass. Gynecomastia is present in approximately thirty percent of the cases. Libido may be decreased. In children, precocious puberty may be present. A minority of cases exhibit malignant characteristics. |
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Synonyms: | Leydig cell neoplasm of testis; Leydig cell neoplasm of the testis; Leydig cell tumor of testis; Leydig cell tumor of testis; Leydig cell tumor of the testis; testicular Leydig cell neoplasm; testicular Leydig cell tumor; testis Leydig cell tumor |
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