Etymed
testicular torsion
Definition
A medical emergency where the testis twists within the scrotum, cutting off its blood supply
Clinical context
A 19-year-old male presents to the emergency department with sudden onset severe scrotal pain and nausea. On examination, the affected testis is swollen, erythematous, and positioned higher than normal with a 'bell-clapper' deformity. The cremasteric reflex is absent on the affected side. Immediate surgical exploration is required to prevent testicular necrosis.
Mnemonic
Twist the testis - Torsion cuts the blood supply, needs emergent surgery
These morphemes also unlock…
- testicul/o — testis
- orchi/o — testis
- tors/o — twist
- ion — action; process