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GlossaryLeydig Cell Tumor

rare testicular tumor from testosterone-producing Leydig cells

A Leydig Cell Tumor is a rare type of tumor that originates from the Leydig cells, which are found in the testes and are responsible for producing testosterone. These tumors can occur in both children and adults and may cause symptoms such as testicular swelling, pain, or hormonal imbalances. While most Leydig Cell Tumors are benign, a small percentage can be malignant and may require surgical removal and further treatment.

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research Ovarian Leydig cell tumor in a post-menopausal patient with severe hyperandrogenism

22 citations , February 2014 in “Arquivos Brasileiros De Endocrinologia E Metabologia”

An 81-year-old woman's severe male hormone symptoms were caused by an ovarian tumor, which was treated with surgery.

An Ovarian Leydig Cell Tumor Undetected by Ultrasound in a Postmenopausal Woman with Hirsutism and Hyperandrogenism

research An ovarian Leydig cell tumor of ultrasound negative in a postmenopausal woman with hirsutism and hyperandrogenism

12 citations , March 2018 in “Medicine”

A postmenopausal woman's hirsutism and high testosterone levels improved after surgery for an ovarian tumor not seen on ultrasound.

Diagnostic Pitfalls in Ovarian Androgen-Secreting (Leydig Cell) Tumors: Case Series

research Diagnostic pitfalls in ovarian androgen-secreting (Leydig cell) tumours: case series

5 citations , November 2018 in “Journal of Obstetrics and Gynaecology”

Ovarian Leydig cell tumors are hard to diagnose with just advanced imaging; expert ultrasound and clinical evaluation are essential.

Menopausal Androgen Excess-Associated Cardio-Metabolic Risk: Clues for Ovarian Leydig Cell Tumor (Case Report and Mini-Review of Literature)

research Menopausal Androgen Excess - Associated Cardio-Metabolic Risk: Clues for Ovarian Leydig Cell Tumour (Case Report and Mini-Review of Literature)

5 citations , January 2017 in “Acta Endocrinologica”

High androgen levels in postmenopausal women may suggest an ovarian tumor, and removing it can improve heart and metabolic health.

Finasteride-Related Leydig Cell Tumor: Report of a Case and Literature Review

research Finasteride-related Leydig cell tumour: report of a case and literature review

5 citations , September 2011 in “Andrologia”

Finasteride use may be linked to rare testicular tumor, but more research needed.

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