The term paradidymis (pl.: paradidymides; organ of Giraldés [2]) is applied to a small collection of convoluted tubules, situated in front of the lower part of the spermatic cord, above the head of the epididymis.

Paradidymis are located in the distal portion of spermatic cord. The Appendix Testis is of paramesonephric (Mullerian) duct origin while all other appendages are of mesonephric (Wolffian) duct origin.

Paradidymis (organ of Giraldés) is a term applied to a small collection of convoluted tubules, situated in front of the lower part of the cord above the head of the epididymis. These tubes are lined with columnar ciliated epithelium, and probably represent the …

Apr 1, 2025 · The meaning of PARADIDYMIS is a group of coiled tubules situated in front of the lower end of the spermatic cord above the enlarged upper extremity of the epididymis and considered to be a remnant of tubes of the mesonephros.

(par'ă-did'i-mis, -di-dim'i-dēz), [TA] Do not confuse this word with perididymis. A small body sometimes attached to the front of the lower part of the spermatic cord above the head of the epididymis; the remnants of tubules of the mesonephros. Its equivalent in the female is the paroöphoron. Synonym (s): parepididymis.

Apr 30, 2016 · These structures were identified as paradidymis based on the location in the cord and microscopic morphology. We have tried to analyze the medico-legal significance of these benign lesions in our every day practice. Keywords: Mesonephric duct; Paradidymis; Testicular and epididymal appendages; Varicocele; Varicocelectomy; Vas deferens.

n. the vestigial remains of part of the embryonic mesonephros that are found near the testis of the adult. Some of the mesonephric collecting tubules persist as the functional vasa efferentia but the rest degenerate almost completely. A similar vestigial structure (the …

Paradidymis (organ of Giraldes): It consists of 3 or 4 small free tubules which are found in the spermatic cord, just above the head of epididymis. They are remnants of caudal mesonephric tubules.

This case report describes and photographically illustrates a presentation of a rare surgical entity, namely a paradidymis, encountered during a routine hernia repair in a child. This serves to broaden our understanding and appreciation of intricate inguinoscrotal anatomy.

Jul 1, 2016 · Paradidymis are located in the distal portion of spermatic cord. The Appendix Testis is of paramesonephric (Mullerian) duct origin while all other appendages are of mesonephric (Wolffian) duct origin.