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THE ACUTE SCROTUM IN CHILDREN.

Elena Tarcă, Irina Geanina Crişcov, B Savu

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    Acute scrotum syndrome requires prompt recognition. Early diagnosis and treatment of testicular torsion and Morgagni hydatid torsion in children significantly improve gonad preservation rates.

    Area of Science:

    • Pediatric Urology
    • Surgical Emergencies
    • Medical Research

    Background:

    • Acute scrotum syndrome is a critical condition requiring immediate medical attention.
    • Timely diagnosis and intervention are crucial for preserving testicular function.
    • Understanding epidemiological patterns aids in early recognition and management.

    Purpose of the Study:

    • To analyze epidemiological characteristics of acute scrotum in pediatric patients.
    • To review current diagnostic and treatment strategies for acute scrotum.
    • To highlight factors influencing gonad salvage rates in pediatric torsion cases.

    Main Methods:

    • Retrospective analytical research design.
    • Inclusion of 208 pediatric patients diagnosed with acute scrotum.

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    • Torsion of the hydatid of Morgagni (68.2%) was more common than testicular torsion (25.5%) in the study cohort.
    • Mean age for Morgagni hydatid torsion was 10 years; for testicular torsion, it was 13 years, with left-sided predominance.
    • Gonad preservation rates were significantly lower for neonatal torsion (16.6%) compared to later presentations (68.2%), often due to delayed treatment.

    Conclusions:

    • Delayed surgical intervention, averaging 20 hours post-symptom onset, significantly impacts testicular salvage.
    • Torsion of the hydatid of Morgagni and testicular torsion in children can be managed without routine antibiotic therapy or cultures if aseptic techniques are followed.
    • Enhanced awareness among healthcare professionals and the public can lead to earlier presentation and improved outcomes for acute scrotum conditions.