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What is atraumatic scrotal pouch orchiopexy in the management of testicular torsion? is it better than permanent insoluble sutures

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In theory, Yes: Goals of testis torsion surgery: undo torsion in timely fashion to preserve testicular function and fixate both testicles so that torsion will not recur. Traditionally, fixation done by placing 2-3 sutures thru testicle and adjacent inner scrotal wall. Some feel these fixation sutures may cause some damage. Unknown. Placing testicle in 'dartos' pouch avoids need for placing sutures. Better?

Answered 6/11/2019

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Dr. George Klauber answered

Specializes in Pediatric Urology

Not standard care: Accepted standard of care for testicular torsion is a simple scrotal incision, entering each hemi-scrotal compartment sequentially, starting with the tossed testicle ; pexing (attaching) each testicle to inner scrotal wall with permanent insoluble sutures. Pouch orchidopexies are 4 small undescended testes ; not for fully developed tossed testes.

Answered 1/13/2014

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Dr. James Lin answered

Unnecessary...: To fix testis in subdartos pouch is selectively applied to managing undescended testis. And it's unnecessary for twisted testis but just suturing and fixing it with 2-3 non-absorbable stitches to dependent corresponding spots of dartos muscles.

Answered 4/20/2014

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