Testicular Torsion Flashcards
1
Q
define
A
cord rotates around arterial supply causing ischaemia and cell death
2
Q
presentation
A
bell clapper deformity
extreme pain that can refer to lower abdomen (nausea and vomiting)
3
Q
precipitants
A
most idiopathic
sports
4
Q
diagnosis
A
testis high in scrotum
absence of cremasteric reflex
doppler USS
5
Q
management
A
prompt exploration
irreversible ischaemia from 4 hours
if necrotic then remove
6
Q
presentation of torsion of appendage
A
tenderness at upper pole
blue dot sign
cremasteric reflex present
7
Q
management of torsion of appendage?
A
resolves spontaneously
