What Is the Significance of Rete Testis Invasion by Malign Germ Cell Tumor and Does Hilum Predict Metastasis?

Conclusions: We concluded that there is a strong association between hilar soft tissue invasion and vascular invasion. Especially in NS germ cell tumors, hilar soft tissue involvement a risk factor for prognosis and to determine the need for additional treatment. According to our study, hilar soft tissue status should be reported on routine pathology report.Urol Int
Source: Urologia Internationalis - Category: Urology & Nephrology Source Type: research