Testicular Torsion
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Testicular Torsion
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Scrotal complaints are relatively common in the emergency department, comprising at least 0.5% of all emergency department visits. Testicular torsion is a time-dependent diagnosis, a true urologic emergency, and early evaluation can assist in urologic intervention to prevent testicular loss. Ultrasound is the ideal imaging modality to evaluate the scrotal contents.
Testicular viability significantly decreases 6 hours after the onset of symptoms; hence, early diagnosis is key. Testicular torsion is most common in young people but rarely may be seen in older individuals. Surgery is the only treatment.
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