title: [Ultrasonics in testicular torsion].
abstract: Definite sonographic abnormalities are noted short time after the onset of acute testicular pain in patients with testicular torsion. In some cases gray-scale sonographic features will prove valuable in differentiating epididymo-orchitis from torsion. The spectrum of findings include testicular enlargement with an associated decrease in echogenicity of the testicular parenchyma, enlargement of the epididymal body and spermatic cord, and sometimes a hydrocele. A case is presented, in which the B-scan ultrasound mapped out the intrascrotal contents and caused prompt surgical intervention.
authors.forename: H E
authors.initials: HE
authors.lastname: Roald
authors.forename: S
authors.initials: S
authors.lastname: Barstad
mesh_terms: D000293:Adolescent; D006801:Humans; D008297:Male; D013086:Spermatic Cord Torsion / Q000175:diagnosis* / Q000601:surgery; D014463:Ultrasonography
vernacular_title: Ultralyd ved testistorsjon.