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Testicular Torsion: Multimedia
Updated: Mar 10, 2008
Multimedia
 | Media file 1: Normal testis. Transverse color Doppler image demonstrates uniform echogenicity and flow throughout the testicle |
 | Media file 2: Normal testes. Transverse color Doppler images of both testes demonstrate symmetric echogenicity and flow. |
 | Media file 3: Normal testis and epididymis. Longitudinal color Doppler image shows diffuse, normal flow to the testis and epididymis. |
 | Media file 4: Testicular torsion. Longitudinal color Doppler image demonstrates no flow to the testicle and enlargement of the epididymis and spermatic cord, which are avascular as well. |
 | Media file 5: Testicular torsion. Longitudinal color Doppler image of the left testicle without evident flow. |
 | Media file 6: Testicular torsion. Transverse color Doppler image of both testes demonstrates enlargement, slightly decreased echogenicity, and absent flow on the left side. |
 | Media file 7: Transverse power Doppler image of both testes again illustrates an enlarged, avascular left testicle. |
 | Media file 8: Testicular torsion. Transverse color Doppler image of the left groin illustrates an undescended testicle without flow. |
 | Media file 9: Testicular torsion. Epididymitis. Longitudinal color Doppler image depicts normal vascularity of the right testicle, with increased flow in the epididymal tail and a small hydrocele. |
 | Media file 10: Testicular torsion. Epididymo-orchitis. Longitudinal color Doppler image of the left testis shows diffuse, markedly increased vascularity. |
 | Media file 11: Testicular torsion. Epididymo-orchitis. Transverse color Doppler image demonstrates increased epididymal flow and a hydrocele. |
 | Media file 12: Testicular torsion. Scrotal hernia. Transverse color Doppler image of the left hemiscrotum shows heterogeneous mass superior to the testicle, with small vessels depicted. |
 | Media file 13: Testicular torsion. Scrotal trauma. Transverse color Doppler image demonstrates an enlarged, non-hypervascular epididymis (EPID) adjacent to the upper testicle (TEST). |
 | Media file 14: Testicular torsion. Testicular tumor. Transverse color Doppler image displays a hypervascular mass in the periphery of the testis. |
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Further Reading
Keywords
torsion of the spermatic cord, spermatic cord torsion, extravaginal torsion, intravaginal torsion, torsed testis, torsed testes, torsed testicles, retorsion, detorsion
