A hidden menace: incidental finding of leiomyosarcoma of the inguinal canal

Leiomyosarcoma is a rare but aggressive malignancy of the paratesticular region. This case report presents a 74-year-old male who presented with an asymptomatic inguinal mass, ultimately diagnosed as a leiomyosarcoma of the spermatic cord and underwent a radical orchidectomy. This case highlights the challenges in diagnosing paratesticular sarcomas, particularly in the absence of specific symptoms. Early diagnosis and radical surgical resection are crucial for optimal outcomes. Adjuvant therapies, such as chemotherapy or radiotherapy, may be considered in select cases, but their role remains uncertain.

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Journal of Surgical Case Reports
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2025-07-01
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https://doi.org/10.1093/jscr/rjaf478
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Sarcoma Diagnosis and Treatment
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A hidden menace: incidental finding of leiomyosarcoma of the inguinal canal

Mudathir Bafadni, A. Al‐Saadi, Khalid Abu aagla
Journal of Surgical Case Reports
Sarcoma Diagnosis and Treatment
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A hidden menace: incidental finding of leiomyosarcoma of the inguinal canal

Mudathir Bafadni, A. Al‐Saadi, Khalid Abu aagla
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Abstract

Leiomyosarcoma is a rare but aggressive malignancy of the paratesticular region. This case report presents a 74-year-old male who presented with an asymptomatic inguinal mass, ultimately diagnosed as a leiomyosarcoma of the spermatic cord and underwent a radical orchidectomy. This case highlights the challenges in diagnosing paratesticular sarcomas, particularly in the absence of specific symptoms. Early diagnosis and radical surgical resection are crucial for optimal outcomes. Adjuvant therapies, such as chemotherapy or radiotherapy, may be considered in select cases, but their role remains uncertain.

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