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Testicular torsion in the inguinal region in an extremely low birth weight infant
Yu Jin Jung, Jae Min Chung
Clin Exp Pediatr. 2010;53(9):852-854.   Published online September 13, 2010

Testicular torsion is rare in newborn infants. However, its frequency has increased, most of which are reported in full-term infants. We diagnosed and treated testicular torsion in an extremely low birth weight infant (ELBWI). A 2×2 cm red mass was palpable in the left groin of a 24-week-old, 745 g, male newborn at 23 days of age. Left testicular torsion...

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