Familial testicular torsion in three consecutive generations of first-degree relatives |
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Authors: | Shteynshlyuger Alex Freyle Jaime |
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Affiliation: | Division of Urology, Washington University School of Medicine, Siteman Cancer Center, St. Louis, MO 63110, USA. alexuromd@gmail.com |
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Abstract: | 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. |
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