A Testicular Torsion and Contralateral Hydrocele in a Neonate | ||||
The Egyptian Journal of Hospital Medicine | ||||
Article 17, Volume 70, Issue 6, January 2018, Page 980-981 PDF (374 K) | ||||
Document Type: Original Article | ||||
DOI: 10.12816/0044347 | ||||
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Authors | ||||
Mohammed S. Albarrak; Ali H. Alameer; Ashjan Ali Albarrak | ||||
Department of Pediatric Surgery, Maternity & Children Hospital, Alahsa,Saudi Arabia | ||||
Abstract | ||||
Background: A testicular torsion is an acute surgical emergency which needs a prompt work up. Neonatal testicular torsion is an uncommon event. Aim of the work: This article aim to describe a case report of a neonate presented with testicular torsion and contralateral hydrocele. Results: Clinical and radiological management were discussed. Conclusion: The casedemonstrated that the possibility of uncommon presentation of acute scrotum such as testicular torsion with contralateral hydrocele can occur. | ||||
Keywords | ||||
Testicular torsion; Neonate; Acute scrotum | ||||
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