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Hydatid of Morgagni
Medical Questions » Hydatid of Morgagni
| Name: Hydatid of Morgagni |
| Also known as: |
| Gangrene of a residual appendage on the testis. |
Causes of Hydatid of Morgagni
The hydatid of Morgagni is a small, unnecessary tissue sac that hangs loosely from the top of the testis in the male and the Fallopian tube in the female. In men, it is possible for the sac to become twisted, gangrenous and
painful. |
Symptoms of Hydatid of Morgagni
Sudden onset of severe testicular pain and tenderness. Torsion of the testis is a surgical emergency that requires treatment within a few hours and also has the same symptoms. |
Tests for Hydatid of Morgagni
The diagnosis is only made during surgery, after ensuring that the testis itself has not become twisted and gangrenous. |
Treatment for Hydatid of Morgagni
During a simple operation the offending piece of tissue is removed, with no subsequent adverse effects upon the potency or masculinity of the patient.
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Complications of Hydatid of Morgagni of its treatment
None significant. |
Likely Outcome of Hydatid of Morgagni
Recovery is usually complete within three or four days. |
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