Testicular Torsion: Emergency Treatment

Introduction
Testicular torsion is a twisting of the spermatic cord, artery, and vein that go to the testicle. This twisting cuts off the blood supply to everything in the sac that contains the testes, blood vessels, and part of the spermatic cord (scrotum). Testicular torsion is most commonly seen in newborn and adolescent males. It can also occur before birth.
Testicular torsion requires emergency treatment. The testicle usually can be saved if the torsion is treated within 6 hours of onset. If the torsion is left untreated for too long, the testicle will die and have to be removed.
What are the causes?
Torsion can be caused by a hit on the scrotum or by certain movements during exercise. In some males, a connection of the testicle to a specific