The Sequel of Severe Epididymo-Orchitis: Testicular Infarction and Abscess Formation Requiring Orchiectomy

Authors

  • Roaa Al-Hamar, MD Radiology Department, Salmaniya Medical Complex, Government Hospital, Manama
  • Mohamed Al-Ameer, MD Radiology Department, Salmaniya Medical Complex, Government Hospital, Manama
  • Sayed Hasan Ebrahim, MD Radiology Department, Salmaniya Medical Complex, Government Hospital, Manama
  • Omran Hasan, MD Radiology Department, Salmaniya Medical Complex, Government Hospital, Manama
  • Middle/Father name: Sayed Shubber

DOI:

https://doi.org/10.3941/jrcr.6064

Abstract

Epididymo-orchitis is a common intra-scrotal inflammation that affects males, with the inflammation of the epididymis often progressing to involve the testis. Moreover, acute epididymitis can be complicated by testicular abscesses or testicular infarction, which results from spermatic cord swelling and impaired blood flow-conditions that should be promptly recognized and adequately treated. The first-line imaging modality in such cases is ultrasonography with color Doppler flow. A review of the literature revealed two cases with extensive complications following epididymo-orchitis that ultimately required surgical intervention.

49-year-old male, Acute left-sided epididymo-orchitis

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Published

2026-07-08

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2026: Articles in Press

Section

General Radiology

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