Introduction
Spermatic cord twists causing reduced blood flow to the testicle is called testicular torsion, which is a medical emergency. From the testicular torsion specialists, quick action is needed to avoid any damage that may eventually lead to terminality. The common symptoms of testicular torsion include pain on one side of the scrotum which is sudden, severe, and sharp accompanied with swelling, nausea, and a feeling of abdominal discomfort. The condition is usually diagnosed by a scrotum doctor through a physical exam and imaging tests. If treated, testicular torsion can result in testicular loss. The only effective treatment for testicular torsion surgery is the untwisting of the spermatic cord, and the securement of the testicle to lessen the chance of recurrence.
Cost Comparison
The cost of testicular torsion treatment varies widely anywhere in the world, depending on the hospital, the stage of cancer, the type of treatment, the number of therapy sessions required, the patient’s overall health condition, post-operative complications and care, etc. The average cost of testicular torsion in India is USD $400.
But be assured as the cost of Testicular Torsion in India is just a fraction of developed nations.
- Avg Cost of treatment - $400
- Maximum cost of treatment - $900
Factors affecting Cost Of Treatment
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Cost of Hospital: Containers term for the region where the surgery for testicular torsion is conducted deciding the cost as the reputation and the facilities of the hospital influence the price of the surgery. Hospitals, which may be leading, may charge higher fees.
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Testicular torsion is surgeons' expertise to treat, And these are experts in the scrotum to provide consultation and surgery which may come with higher consultation and surgery fees.
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Cost: They may also increase costs, especially if there is a delay in treating spermatic cord torsion, due to the need for more complicated procedures.
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Identifying testicular torsion symptoms, in addition to some other symptoms, can require such methods as ultrasound and lab tests, contributing to expenses.
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The overall cost of testicular torsion surgery will depend on the type of surgery either Open or Laparoscopic.
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Factors such as recovery treatments, medications, and follow-up visits with a scrotum doctor; affect the overall price.
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Cost: Testicular torsion treatment costs vary based on the cost of living in the city; cities with a rich living class charge a huge amount of money for testicular torsion treatment.
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Coverage: The amount of coverage for treatment of spermatic cord torsion will depend on the type of health insurance you have.
Treatment Options
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Immediate diagnosis is essential when the testicular torsion symptoms appear. Spermatic cord torsion is confirmed by a physical exam and ultrasound performed by a scrotum doctor.
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Manual Detorsion: In others, a scrotum doctor may try to untwist the spermatic cord manually to get the blood flowing again, temporarily. However, recurrence is usually prevented by testicular torsion surgery.
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Doctors usually perform Testicular Torsion Surgery (Orchiopexy) forming an incision in the scrotum untwisting the spermatic cord torsion, and fixing the testicle to the scrotal wall to prevent future occurrences.
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If the testicle has suffered too much damage due to very prolonged spermatic cord torsion, so that it is no longer working it may need to be removed surgically, under emergency Orchiectomy (Testicle Removal).
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Recovery after testicular torsion surgery: As testicular torsion surgery is an ongoing procedure, patients have to follow recovery guidelines like avoiding strenuous activity. Follow-up care is received by testicular torsion specialists to watch healing.
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Testicular torsion specialists usually advise preventive surgery of the healthy testicle to secure it and prevent future spermatic cord torsion.
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To Save the Testicle and To Prevent Complications: The best outcomes are achieved by a timely course of action from testicular torsion specialists. Never ignore symptoms of testicular torsion such as sudden pain.
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