Recommended Citation
Chen I, Arora S, Alhayek K, Leavitt D, and Dabaja A. Diagnosis and management of testicular compartment syndrome caused by tension hydrocele. Urol Case Rep 2022; 43:102091.
Document Type
Article
Publication Date
7-1-2022
Publication Title
Urol Case Rep
Abstract
A hydrocele is an abnormal collection of fluid within the tunica vaginalis which may either be congenital or acquired. Hydroceles are usually painless and don't require immediate intervention unless they impact activities of daily living. This case demonstrates a rare complication of hydroceles termed tension hydrocele which presented with scrotal swelling and acute pain. Unlike the classic presentation of hydroceles with minimal pain or discomfort, it is important to recognize tension hydroceles as an extremely rare but possible cause of acute scrotum, which needs to be emergently diagnosed and treated.
PubMed ID
35520029
Volume
43
First Page
102091
Last Page
102091
