Management of acute scrotum in children: a 25-year single center experience on 558 pediatric patients.

2016109 citationsJournal Article

Authors

Zenon Pogorelić · Klinički Bolnički Centar Split

Krešimir Mustapić

Abstract

Early scrotal exploration based on careful physical examination decreases the risk of misdiagnosis of spermatic cord torsion. It is of great importance that the patient seeks immediate medical attention. If the patient arrived within 6 hours the testicle can be saved.

Topics & Keywords

Testicular diseases and treatments Congenital Anomalies and Fetal Surgery Hernia repair and management

UN Sustainable Development Goals

Good health and well-being

Publication Details

Published in: PubMed

Volume 23, Issue 6, pp. 8594-8601

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