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Can a scrotal ultrasound almost always show if someone has testicular cancer? if not what do they do? just remove everyone's testicles?
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Here are some ...: Most of times, it will be true and safe to remove the testicle with mass through inguinal incision - called radical orchiectomy. Why? The experience in the decision to do so by a good history, proper physical exam, and tests such US, hormonal tests have proved to be accurate and well worth, although occasional mistake may occur. How to make such a final decision may widely vary depending on ...
Answered 6/9/2018
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