The most emergent cause of testicular pain in a young male is:
a. testicular torsion.
b. epididymitis.
c. tumor.
d. hydrocele.
A
Testicular torsion is a surgical emergency. If surgery is performed within 12 hours after the onset of symptoms, the testis can be saved in about 90% of cases. Delayed treatment results in a much lower salvage rate.
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