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Testicular Torsion

Anesthesia Implications

Clinically reviewed by anesthesia providers · Updated

Position : Supine
Time : 30-60 min (short)
Blood Loss : Very Low (5-10 ml)
Maintenance Paralytic : Ask surgeon
Considerations : PONV

Anesthetic Approaches

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The Surgery

Testicular torsion occurs when the testicle and spermatic cord become twisted, resulting in the obstruction of arterial and venous blood supply. If blood supply is not restored within six hours the...

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