Torsion Of Testicular Appendage

Your Path

  • torsion of testicular appendage

Risk Factors

  • Typically age < 20
  • May have had similar events in past

Symptoms

  • Acute pain
  • Unilateral
  • Severe
  • Appendage often near epididymis

Physical Exam Findings

  • Acutely tender and swollen area, typically near epididymis, sometimes faint blue dot seen