Choriocarcinoma
This accounts for only a small number of
the germinal cell tumours, rapidly invading the venous system. Metastases are
by blood and lymphatics, relatively unresponsive to chemotherapeutic measures.
10.4
Symptoms
Pain in scrotum and heaviness are the
commonest present ation and should be reported. A physical examination and
ultrasound of the testis can reveal a testicular tumour. IVP and CT scan and
bipedal lymphangiography can reveal the lymph gland enlargement of para-aortic
glands
10.5
Tumour Markers
In 90% of cases alpha feto-protien or
human chorionic gonadotraphis can be detected in the serum and can help
diagnosis. The other markers of help are in box.
- Placental
lactogenic hormone
- Pregnancy
specific antigens
- Placental
alkaline phosphatase
- Carcinoembryonic
antigen
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