Bilateral Torsion of Testes with Purpura Fulminans.
Indian Pediatr
;
2014 Sept; 51(9): 743-744
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ABSTRACT
Background:
Purpura fulminans and bilateral perinatal testicular torsion are rare and may co-exist. Case characteristics A 3-day-old neonate with bilateral swelling of scrotum; torsion and gangrenous changes were observed on exploration.Interventions:
Left orchidectomy with preservation of right testis was done.Outcome:
At 2-month follow-up, right testis showed signs of atrophy. Child developed full thickness skin lesions and died of sepsis. Message Perinatal testicular torsion can be bilateral, and requires urgent surgical exploration.
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Indian Pediatr
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2014
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