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Testicular torsion    See images

Overview | Symptoms | Treatment | Prevention

Alternative names:

Torsion of the testis; Testicular ischemia; Testicular twisting

Treatment

Surgical correction is usually required and should be performed as soon as possible after the onset of symptoms. If surgery is performed within 6 hours, most testicles can be saved.

During surgery, the testicle on the other (non-affected) side is usually also anchored as a preventive measure. This condition is a surgical emergency.

Prognosis

If the condition is diagnosed quickly and immediately corrected, testicular function may be retained.

Complications

If the blood supply is cut off to the testicle for a prolonged period of time, it may atrophy (shrink) and need to be surgically removed. Atrophy (shrinkage) of the testicle may occur days to months after the torsion has been corrected. Severe infection of the testicle and scrotum is also a potential complication if normal blood flow is restricted for a prolonged period.

Call Your Health Care Provider If:

Go to the emergency room or call the local emergency number (such as 911) if testicular torsion symptoms occur.

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