Sonography of the Pediatric Scrotum: Emphasis on the Ts-Torsion, Trauma, and Tumors

摘要

Sonography is the imaging modality of choice for the evaluation of scrotal disorders in children. When combined with color Doppler, many scrotal diseases can be well characterized, guiding the clinician toward appropriate therapy. Common categories of scrotal diseases in the pediatric population include acute scrotum, traumatic injury, and tumors. Acute scrotum is defined as acute scrotal swelling and pain and is a common cause of presentation ot the emergency department among boys. The common causes include testicular torsion. Historical, clinical, and sonographic findings should all be used in making the diagnosis.