Witnessed Torsion in Extremely Premature Newborns: 2 Cases of Testicular Salvage in the NICU

Patrick Albers, Amy Shafey, Mark Assmus, Peter Metcalfe*

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Abstract

Neonatal testicular torsion is an uncommon event that rarely results in testicular salvage. We present 2 cases in the neonatal intensive care unit of extremely premature males (<28 weeks gestation) with witnessed testicular torsion, prompt diagnosis, surgical detorsion, and good short-term outcomes. Although an uncommon scenario, we present the feasibility of surgery in the extremely premature infant and potential for testicular salvage.

Original languageEnglish (US)
Pages (from-to)136-138
Number of pages3
JournalUrology
Volume135
DOIs
StatePublished - Jan 2020
Externally publishedYes

ASJC Scopus subject areas

  • Urology

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