Familial testicular torsion in three consecutive generations of first-degree relatives.
We report the first and largest family with testicular torsion in three consecutive generations affecting four first-degree relatives. The incidence of familial testicular torsion is under reported in the literature. We recommend eliciting family history in evaluation of acute scrotum, as a useful adjunct for clinical decision making. In families with a strong predisposition to testicular torsion, management should include family counseling about the significant risk of occurrence of this condition.
Shteynshlyuger
Alex
A
Division of Urology, Washington University School of Medicine, Siteman Cancer Center, St. Louis, MO 63110, USA. alexuromd@gmail.com
Freyle
Jaime
J
D006801:Humans; D007223:Infant; D008297:Male; D009919:Orchiectomy; D056126:Orchiopexy; D013086:Spermatic Cord Torsion / Q000000981:diagnostic imaging / Q000235:genetics* / Q000473:pathology / Q000601:surgery*; D013737:Testis / Q000000981:diagnostic imaging / Q000473:pathology; D014463:Ultrasonography