Mean platelet volume is the most valuable hematologic parameter in differentiating testicular torsion from epididymitis within the golden time.

ABSTRACT:

Background

We aimed to assess the diagnostic value of hematologic parameters in the differential diagnosis of testicular torsion and epididymitis within and after the golden time.

Methods

We retrospectively reviewed the records of 250 patients aged <25 years who were diagnosed with epididymitis (n=119) or testicular torsion (n=131). The characteristics and hematologic parameters of patients in the two groups were analyzed. Receiver operating characteristic (ROC) curves were used to assess the validity of hematologic parameters as differential diagnostic tools with respect to the golden time (defined as 6 h of symptom duration). Further, we evaluated the predictive factors associated with orchiectomy in patients with testicular torsion.

Results

The mean patient age was

SUBMITTER: Lee HY 

PROVIDER: S-EPMC9547161 | biostudies-literature | 2022 Sep

REPOSITORIES: biostudies-literature