Torsion of an Intrahydrocelic Sac in a Child: A Case Report
Author Information
Author(s): Christianakis Efstratios, Paschalidis Nikolaos, Filippou Georgios, Chorti Maria, Andromanakos Nikolaos, Pitiakoudis Michael, Rizos Spiros, Filippou Dimitrios
Primary Institution: Penteli's Children's Hospital, Athens, Greece
Conclusion
The case report describes a unique instance of a painless hematocele due to torsion of a processus vaginalis saccular protrusion in a child.
Supporting Evidence
- The case represents the eleventh report of torsion of processus vaginalis saccular protrusion in the literature.
- The patient had a history of a large scrotal hydrocele that resolved by 15 months of age.
- Surgical exploration revealed a hematocele with bloody fluid accumulation in the tunica vaginalis testis.
Takeaway
This study talks about a 3-year-old boy who had a swollen scrotum because of a twisted sac inside it, which was found during surgery.
Methodology
The child underwent surgical exploration after a clinical and ultrasound diagnosis suggested hydrocele in tension.
Limitations
The preoperative diagnosis was challenging due to the cyst occupying the entire anatomical space of the tunica vaginalis.
Participant Demographics
A 3-year-old boy.
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