Research Article
Torsion of the testis: why is the prognosis so poor?
Br Med J (Clin Res Ed) 1987; 294 doi: https://doi.org/10.1136/bmj.294.6575.824 (Published 28 March 1987) Cite this as: Br Med J (Clin Res Ed) 1987;294:824
- S Bennett,
- M S Nicholson,
- T M Little
Abstract
The cases of 83 boys who were admitted to hospital with acute testicular pain or swelling were studied. Twenty seven had torsion of the testis, and 15 (55%) of these lost a testis. The main reason for the poor results was delay by the patient or his parents in seeking medical attention.