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==Treatment==
==Treatment==
*None necessary
*None indicated


==Disposition==
==Disposition==

Revision as of 01:28, 25 June 2011

Background

  • Accumulation of fluid around the testis
  • Most common cause of painless scrotal swelling in children
  • Most resorb by 18-24 months of age

Diagnosis

  • +Transillumination

DDx

  • Hydrocele
  • Hematocele
  • Spermatocele
  • Malignancy

Treatment

  • None indicated

Disposition

  • Referral to urologist

Source

Tintinalli