Necrotising epididymo-orchitis with scrotal abscess
2005
Severe Epididymo-Orchitis with Scrotal Abscess
Sample size: 1
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Evidence: low
Author Information
Author(s): Muttarak M, Na Chiangmai W, Kitirattrakarn P
Primary Institution: Chiang Mai University
Conclusion
The case illustrates a severe epididymo-orchitis that led to testicular necrosis and a scrotal abscess.
Supporting Evidence
- The patient had a painful left scrotal enlargement and fever for 6 weeks.
- Laboratory investigations showed mild elevation of blood urea nitrogen and creatinine.
- Scrotal ultrasonography revealed a complex echoic mass compatible with a scrotal abscess.
- Left orchiectomy was performed due to necrosis of the left testis and epididymis.
Takeaway
A man had a painful swollen scrotum due to an infection that got so bad it caused his testicle to die and form a pus-filled lump.
Methodology
The patient underwent imaging with scrotal ultrasonography and surgical intervention including left orchiectomy.
Participant Demographics
A 55-year-old man.
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