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Literature review suggests that surgery is the only option for dealing with intraperitoneal foreign bodies (laparoscopy and laparotomy). We showed that an interventional method using ultrasound guidance could be considered alongside surgical options. [ABSTRACT FROM AUTHOR]

Polyorchidism is a congenital malformation of the urogenital system that is usually found incidentally in adolescent age groups. Ultrasound and MRI are effective non‐invasive diagnostic modalities which can differentiate this condition from other intrascrotal pathologies. Ultrasonography is mostly used in initial steps of diagnostic approach; however, MRI is considered as a modality to confirm diagnosis and evaluate possible malignancy. We report an extremely rare case of pentaorchidism (five testicles), presented with a left hemiscrotum mass. Diagnosis was made based on physical examination, laboratory analysis (testicular germ cell tumour markers and semen analysis) and imaging. Finally, close surveillance with ultrasound and physical examination was recommended for follow‐up of this uncomplicated patient. [ABSTRACT FROM AUTHOR]

Purpose: To evaluate the safety and effectiveness of core needle biopsy (CNB) under the assistance of hydrodissection (HDS). Materials and Methods: Of 2325 patients requiring biopsy of thyroid lesions, 21 high-risk patients with subcapsular nodules smaller than 10 mm were recruited into this study. All patients underwent HDS with 0.9% saline solution followed by ultrasound (US)-guided CNB with an 18-gauge semi-automated biopsy needle. The separation success rate (SSR) of the HDS, technical success rate (TSR) of CNB, histopathologic success rate (HSR), and complications were assessed. Results: Both the SSR of HDS and TSR of CNB were 100% (21/21). The HSR of the thyroid nodules was 85.7% (18/21). No major complications were recorded. Conclusion: HDS before CNB can successfully lead to safe biopsy of small subcapsular thyroid nodules. Level of Evidence: Level 4, Case Series [ABSTRACT FROM AUTHOR]