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testicular torsion  

Definition

  • Testicular torsion occurs when the spermatic cord (from which the testicle is suspended) twists, cutting off the blood supply to the testicle. (Wikipedia)

Entry terms

  • spermatic cord torsion
  • spermatic cord twisting
  • testicular rotation
  • testicular twisting
  • testis torsion

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http://data.loterre.fr/ark:/67375/VH8-CSKD4V9W-F

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