Testicular Torsion Symptoms, Causes & More
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Treatment for Testicular Torsion
The physician may try to untwist the testicle manually, a procedure called detorsion. Testicles usually rotate inward, so the doctor tries to turn the affected testicle in the opposite direction. If the patient experiences pain relief, the detorsion is deemed to be successful.
If detorsion isn't successful, immediate surgery is necessary. Damage to the testicle may be prevented if the torsion is resolved within six to eight hours of the onset of symptoms.7Testicular Torsion By Patrick J. Shenot, et al. ‘Testicular Torsion - Genitourinary Disorders.’ Merck Manuals Professional Edition, Merck Manuals, www.merckmanuals.com/professional/genitourinary-disorders/penile-and-scrotal-disorders/testicular-torsion
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