Biography
Biography: Priti Joshi
Abstract
Testicular tumors are diverse and diagnostically challenging and yet a very unique and fascinating group of tumors. Accurate diagnosis has major therapeutic and prognostic implications, emphasizing the need for correct recognition of morphological patterns which guide the use of appropriate immunohistochemical antibodies. They are also of great interest to researchers and oncologists for their biologic diversity with scope for full cure following appropriate treatment.
More than 95% of testicular tumors arise from the germ cells and are broadly subdivided into seminomatous and nonseminomatous germ cell tumors. Although the common testicular tumors are easy to recognize histologically, diagnostic challenges are frequently encountered. The purpose of this presentation is to increase awareness of this and enable a conscientious pathologist to look out for and consider such diagnostic challenges in seemingly straightforward cases. Special consideration must also be given to tumors arising in dysgenetic gonads.