Testicular torsion repair

Testicular torsion repair - series

The testicles are suspended in the scrotal sac.

Testicular torsion repair - series

The testicles are suspended in the scrotal sac.

Testicular torsion repair - series

Indications

Testicular torsion most often occurs due to a trait that is inherited which leads to the testicle being able to rotate more freely in the scrotum. The testicle can then twist on itself, cutting off its flow of blood. Testicular torsion is considered an emergency. Surgery is usually required, and it should be performed within about 4 hours from the onset of symptoms to save the testicle.

Testicular torsion repair - series

Indications

Testicular torsion most often occurs due to a trait that is inherited which leads to the testicle being able to rotate more freely in the scrotum. Th...

Procedure

General anesthesia is used and the patient is deep asleep and pain-free. An incision is made in the scrotum, the testicle is uncoiled, and an absorbable suture is placed to secure the testis from rotating again. The unaffected testicle is also secured by suture because the problem tends to occur on both sides and the unaffected side is at increased risk for torsion at a later date.

Testicular torsion repair - series

Procedure

General anesthesia is used and the patient is deep asleep and pain-free. An incision is made in the scrotum, the testicle is uncoiled, and an absorba...

Results

After surgery, ice packs are applied to relieve pain and swelling. A scrotal support may have to be worn for a week after surgery. Normal activity may be resumed gradually.

Testicular torsion repair - series

Results

After surgery, ice packs are applied to relieve pain and swelling. A scrotal support may have to be worn for a week after surgery. Normal activity ma...

Review Date: 7/1/2023

Reviewed By: Kelly L. Stratton, MD, FACS, Associate Professor, Department of Urology, University of Oklahoma Health Sciences Center, Oklahoma City, OK. Also reviewed by David C. Dugdale, MD, Medical Director, Brenda Conaway, Editorial Director, and the A.D.A.M. Editorial team.

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<strong>Testicular torsion repair - series</strong><p>The testicles are suspended in the scrotal sac.</p>

<strong>Indications</strong><p>Testicular torsion most often occurs due to a trait that is inherited which leads to the testicle being able to rotate more freely in the scrotum. The testicle can then twist on itself, cutting off its flow of blood. Testicular torsion is considered an emergency. Surgery is usually required, and it should be performed within about 4 hours from the onset of symptoms to save the testicle.</p>

<strong>Procedure</strong><p>General anesthesia is used and the patient is deep asleep and pain-free. An incision is made in the scrotum, the testicle is uncoiled, and an absorbable suture is placed to secure the testis from rotating again. The unaffected testicle is also secured by suture because the problem tends to occur on both sides and the unaffected side is at increased risk for torsion at a later date.</p>

<strong>Results</strong><p>After surgery, ice packs are applied to relieve pain and swelling. A scrotal support may have to be worn for a week after surgery. Normal activity may be resumed gradually.</p>

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