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Testicular Torsion

Definition

Testicular Torsion Definition

Common names:

Testicular Torsion
Torsion Testicle
Twisted Testicle

A male with a testicular torsion has twisting of the testicle in the scrotum, which cuts off the blood supply to the testicle.

Testicular torsion is most common in males during adolescence. It is rare in males over 30 years old.

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Related Conditions

Epididymitis
Orchitis

Testicular injury
Testicular pain
Testicular swelling

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Last Updated: Dec 3, 2008 References

Authors: Stephen J. Schueler, MD; John H. Beckett, MD; D. Scott Gettings, MD

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Testicular Torsion References:

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Kadish HA, Bolte RG. A retrospective review of pediatric patients with epididymitis, testicular torsion, and torsion of testicular appendages. Pediatrics. 1998 Jul;102(1 Pt 1):73-6.
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Shergill IS, Foley CL, Arya M, Bott SR, Mundy AR. Testicular torsion unravelled. Hosp Med. 2002 Aug;63(8):456-9.