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Diseases » Testicular torsion » Introduction
 

Testicular torsion

Testicular torsion: Introduction

Testicular torsion: Twisting of a testicle's spermatic cord. More detailed information about the symptoms, causes, and treatments of Testicular torsion is available below.

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Causes of Testicular torsion

  • Strenuous exercise
  • Congenital spermatic cord disorder
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Prognosis for Testicular torsion

Prognosis for Testicular torsion: Good with immediate treatment as quickly as possible (at least within a few hours of onset); complications if treatment delayed.

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Definitions of Testicular torsion:

Torsion of the spermatic cord caused usually by incomplete attachment of the epididymis to the testis or by inclusion of the cord within the tunica vaginalis. Faulty development of various anatomical components of the testes is also a cause. It occurs most frequently in childhood and adolescence. (From Current Medical Information & Terminology, 5th ed) - (Source - Diseases Database)

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