Shorter anogenital distance is observed in patients with testicular microlithiasis using magnetic resonance imaging

Insights into Imaging

Søren Rafael Rafaelsen¹  Malene Roland Vils Pedersen¹  Palle Jørn Osther² 

[1] Department of Radiology, Vejle Hospital, University of Southern Denmark, Beriderbakken 4, Vejle, Denmark;Institute of Regional Health Research, University of Southern Denmark, Campusvej 55, Odense, Denmark;Institute of Regional Health Research, University of Southern Denmark, Campusvej 55, Odense, Denmark;Urological Research Center, Department of Urology, Vejle Hospital, University of Southern Denmark, Beriderbakken 4, Vejle, Denmark;

关键词: Testicular microlithiasis;    Magnetic resonance imaging;    Anogenital distance;    Andrology;   

DOI  :  10.1186/s13244-021-00989-5

来源: Springer

【 摘 要 】

ObjectiveTo investigate the anogenital distance in patients with and without testicular microlithiasis (TML).MethodsA total of 101 patients underwent a conventional standard clinical B-mode scrotal ultrasonography and scrotal MRI. The patients were divided into two groups: patients with TML and non-TML. The latter served as control group. The anogenital distance was measured by a straight line from center of the anus to the posterior base of scrotum using MRI.ResultsIn the TML group, mean AGD was 5.4 (± 1.07) cm (range 29–79 mm), and in non-TML 5.9 (± 1.03) cm (range 35–85 mm) (p = 0.04).ConclusionMRI is a useful tool to measure the AGD. It is easy to perform without any discomfort to patients. We found AGD to be lower in patients with TML.

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