Cureus
A Case of Unilateral Partial Testicular Rupture Misdiagnosed as Epididymo-Orchitis.
Sandeep Kumar, Arun Jp George, Nirmal Thampi John
Published: 202510.7759/cureus.92387
Abstract
Open AccessTesticular rupture is a rare but serious complication of blunt scrotal trauma that necessitates urgent intervention. A clinical examination of the scrotum alone cannot facilitate the diagnosis. Misdiagnosis can lead to delayed treatment and poor testicular salvage. Here, we report a case of a partial left testicular rupture in a patient initially managed as epididymo-orchitis, who subsequently underwent successful scrotal exploration and tunica albuginea repair. This case report re-emphasizes the importance of a thorough history, clinical assessment, and ultrasound imaging in the early detection and successful management of the condition.