Acute scrotum. Surgical management

“Acute scrotum” refers to a group of conditions in which there is an increase in size of the scrotal sac, accompanied by inflammatory signs and other symptoms and signs that vary depending on the cause that originates it. Acute scrotum syndrome is common in children and constitutes a surgical and urological emergency.

The evaluation of the specialists, which involves the interpretation of the clinical manifestations and the images by testicular Doppler ultrasound —the study of choice due to its high precision in determining the vascularization and viability of the affected testis— makes it possible to confirm the diagnosis and indicate the best treatment according to the specific condition that causes the syndrome.

The correct diagnosis and timely treatment by surgeons and urologists is extremely important for the evolution and resolution of acute scrotal syndrome, since it makes it possible to preserve the viability of the testicle and prevents disorders such as atrophy and infertility of the patient in Adulthood.