title: Testicular torsion in men.
abstract: Testicular torsion in men more than 30 years old is rare. Herein is a critical review of 8 well documented cases. Most cases were misdiagnosed initially, had delay in treatment and required orchiectomy. The diagnosis must be considered at the initial evaluation to achieve testicular preservation.
mesh_terms: D000328:Adult; D000367:Age Factors; D003951:Diagnostic Errors; D006801:Humans; D008297:Male; D008875:Middle Aged; D013086:Spermatic Cord Torsion / Q000175:diagnosis* / Q000601:surgery; D013737:Testis / Q000601:surgery