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Segmental Testicular Infarction in the Setting of Heroin Use
Jeremiah Hutson1, Obadiah Kirk2, Muhammad Nabeel3
1Medical Education, Michigan State University College of Human Medicine, Grand Rapids, USA.
Cureus
|July 17, 2026
Summary
Segmental testicular infarction (STI), a cause of scrotal pain, may be linked to heroin use. Early imaging is crucial for diagnosing this condition, especially with atypical symptoms.
Area of Science:
- Urology
- Radiology
- Toxicology
Background:
- Segmental testicular infarction (STI) is a rare condition causing acute scrotal pain due to localized testicular ischemia.
- While often associated with torsion, infection, trauma, or hypercoagulable states, idiopathic cases and links to substance use are infrequently reported.
