Work

An unusual case of intra-abdominal testicular torsion: Role of laparoscopy

Year: 2013

Type: article

Abstract: The authors report a case of intra-abdominal testicular torsion, where laparoscopy has been useful for diagnosis and surgical management. A boy was presented with a left impalpable testis. Laparoscopy revealed a twisted spermatic cord at the inlet pelvis, which ended in a testicular remnant located in the sub-umbilical area. After orchiectomy, the pathologist confirmed testicular atrophy. Diagnosis of intra-abdominal testicular torsion should be considered in patients with impalpable testis and abdominal pain, but could not be excluded in those with no symptoms.

Source: African Journal of Paediatric Surgery

DOI: 10.67481/ajps.v10i1.336

Authors: Alfonso Papparella, Fabiano Nino, Sandra Coppola, Pio Parmeggiani

Institution: University of Campania "Luigi Vanvitelli"

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: $150