Brucellosis of Testis and Epididymis: An Update of the Literature | Chapter 09 | Current Trends in Medicine and Medical Research Vol. 4
Background: Brucellosis is a zoonotic disease which has the ability to afflict a number of organs and tissues. Brucellosis epididymoorchitis (BEO), a complication of human brucellosis, can emanate in complications. In brucellosis non-endemic areas, some clinicians may be unfamiliar with the disease entity which may lead to delay in the diagnosis. Aim: To review the literature on BEO, in order to document its presentation, diagnosis, management and outcome following treatment as well as update the literature related to the disease. Methods: Various internet data bases were usedto obtain literature on BEO. Results / Literature Review: BEO (epididymitis plus or minus orchitis) is a complication of an infection caused by brucella species which can be ...