testicular torsion Flashcards
1
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what is diclofenac? mechanism of action
A
- NSAID
- alleviates inflammation
- inhibits cox 1 + cox 2 which are resposible for production of prostaglandins
2
Q
side effects of diclofenac
A
- gastric irritation
- ulceration
- bleeding
3
Q
what is testicular torsion?
A
when the spermatic cord, which provides blood flow to the testicle, rotates and becomes twisted. The twisting cuts off the testicle’s blood supply and causes sudden pain and swelling
4
Q
structures found in spermatic cord?
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- external spermatic fascia, internal spermatic fascia
- nerves - genital branch of genital femoral nerve, ilionguinal nerve, testicular nerves
- lymphatic vessels
5
Q
risk associated with testicular torsion
A
testicular infarction - urological emergency
