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Rare case of left epididymo-orchitis complicated by pampiniform plexus thrombosis: A case report

Year: 2025

Type: article

Abstract: Acute scrotal pain includes urgent conditions in urology, such as testicular torsion, testicular rupture, epididymo-orchitis, and abscess. However, varicocele (pampiniform plexus) thrombosis is considered to be a rare cause of such pain. We herein report a case of a 27-year-old male patient with a history of epididymo-orchitis, who complained of painful scrotal swelling. Ultrasonography showed left-side pampiniform plexus thrombosis. This case highlights a rare condition, which should be included in the differential diagnosis of acute scrotal pain, indicating the need for further studies to elucidate its pathophysiology and provide proper treatment for such cases.

Source: Radiology Case Reports

DOI: 10.1016/j.radcr.2025.02.074

Authors: Hasan N Al-Haidari, Raad Y Altahat, Khaled Abu Jamous, Mohammad F Hamidi, Ibrahim K Alhmaisat, Amira H Alquati

Institutions: King Hussein Medical Center, Ministry of Health

Language: English

Topic: Testicular diseases and treatments

Subfield: Surgery

Field: Medicine

Domain: Health Sciences

SDG: Good health and well-being

Open Access status: gold

Estimated APC paid: $600