Public awareness of testicular torsion is lacking in Edmonton.

ABSTRACT:

Introduction

The time from symptom onset to intervention dictates morbidity in testicular torsion (TT). Delayed presentation negatively impacts surgical outcomes and poor knowledge about TT is hypothesized to be a potential cause of delay. Our study characterizes baseline public awareness rates among families in Edmonton and assesses the association between awareness and TT outcomes.

Methods

Patients and their caregivers completed surveys assessing TT awareness. Families were surveyed in two groups: those who presented with TT and age-matched controls. Affected families gave additional information about symptoms, time to notify parents, and present to the hospital. Outcomes were assessed at followup and through medical record review.

Results

Of 61 families, 18 (29.5%)

SUBMITTER: Phaterpekar N 

PROVIDER: S-EPMC12453893 | biostudies-literature | 2025 Sep

REPOSITORIES: biostudies-literature