Table 2 Prostatic utricle cysts versus Müllerian duct cysts (source: Reference [2])
Parameters | Utricle cysts | Müllerian duct cysts |
|---|---|---|
Patient age | 0–20 | 10–35 |
origin | Embryologic remnant of the Müllerian duct system | Failure of regression and focal saccular dilatation of the müllerian duct |
Configuration | Pear shape | Teardrop shape |
Extension above base of prostate | No | Yes |
Communication with prostatic urethra | No | Yes |
Spermatozoa present | Yes | No |