Testicular torsion in the inguinal region in an extremely low birth weight infant / 소아과
Korean Journal of Pediatrics
;
: 852-854, 2010.
Article
in English
| WPRIM
| ID: wpr-46705
ABSTRACT
Testicular torsion is rare in newborn infants. However, its frequency has increased, most of which are reported in full-term infants. We diagnosed and treated testicular torsion in an extremely low birth weight infant (ELBWI). A 2x2 cm red mass was palpable in the left groin of a 24-week-old, 745 g, male newborn at 23 days of age. Left testicular torsion was diagnosed, and emergent orchiopexy was performed. Careful physical examination is needed in cases suspicious of testicular torsion in ELBWIs with cryptorchidism. Moreover, early diagnosis and emergent exploration are necessary to prevent complications such as the risk of anorchia.
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WPRIM (Western Pacific)
Main subject:
Physical Examination
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Spermatic Cord Torsion
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Testis
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Cryptorchidism
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Early Diagnosis
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Infant, Extremely Low Birth Weight
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Orchiopexy
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Gonadal Dysgenesis, 46,XY
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Groin
Type of study:
Diagnostic study
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Screening study
Limits:
Humans
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Infant
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Male
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Infant, Newborn
Language:
English
Journal:
Korean Journal of Pediatrics
Year:
2010
Type:
Article
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