What Is a Microlith?

Testicular microlithiasis (TM) is a syndrome formed by numerous calcified lesions <3 mm in diameter diffusely distributed in the testicular tubules. It is a rare disease with no obvious clinical symptoms. It is mostly found by accident when ultrasound examination is performed for other diseases of the scrotum.

Testicular microlithiasis

Testicular microlithiasis (TM) is diffusely distributed in

Testicular microlithiasis deposits in hypoplastic seminiferous tubules.

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Testicular microlithiasis generally does not require treatment. Because people with testicular microlithiasis are at high risk of developing primary testicular tumors, regular ultrasound review is required. Generally, testicular microlithiasis is performed once every 6-12 months. It is reported in the literature that TM has a tendency to develop testicular tumors, so attention should be paid to timely detection of testicular tumors. Children diagnosed in childhood should be followed up to adults.