Abstract
Leydig cell tumour of the testis is an uncommon occurrence. A case is reported here which had two interesting features. One was extensive calcification and the other an abundant lipid deposition within the tumour cells. The pathogenesis of calcification is discussed.
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Malik, R., Malik, T.K., Shinghal, R.N. et al. Leydig-cell tumour of the testis. International Urology and Nephrology 12, 55–58 (1980). https://doi.org/10.1007/BF02085382
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