Predisposing factor of Testicular germ cell tumor | PGI MCQs for MD MS Preparations

Predisposing factor of Testicular germ cell tumor 
A. Cryptorchidism.
B. Testicular feminization syndrome. 
C. Klinefelter’s syndrome. 
D. Radiation. 
E. Trauma

Ans.  (A) Cryptorchidism. (B) Testicular Feminization syndrome; (C) Klinefelter’s syndrome

• Predisposing factors of testicular germ cell tumors are
- Cryptorchidism
- Testicular Feminization Syndrome
- Testicular dysgenesis - Klinefelter syndrome
- Exposure to environmental oestrogens.
- Development of Cancer in one testis is a/w markedly increased risk of neoplasia in the contralateral one.
-Testicular trauma is a coincidence only. This may not precipitate a testicular tumor, but brings to the attention of the patient