Functional supernumerary testis in a child with testicular torsion and review of polyorchidism

Pediatr Surg Int. 2014 May;30(5):565-8. doi: 10.1007/s00383-014-3485-y. Epub 2014 Feb 21.

Abstract

Histologically confirmed polyorchidism is an uncommon condition. The majority of cases are asymptomatic and associated with inguinal hernia or cryptorchidism. There are few reported cases of pediatric supernumerary testis presenting with testicular torsion. We present a case of missed torsion with incidentally detected triorchidism as well as an overview of pediatric polyorchidism.

Publication types

  • Case Reports

MeSH terms

  • Adolescent
  • Cryptorchidism / complications
  • Cryptorchidism / diagnostic imaging*
  • Cryptorchidism / surgery*
  • Follow-Up Studies
  • Humans
  • Incidental Findings
  • Male
  • Spermatic Cord Torsion / complications
  • Spermatic Cord Torsion / diagnostic imaging*
  • Spermatic Cord Torsion / surgery*
  • Testis / diagnostic imaging*
  • Ultrasonography