# Testicular Rupture: Clinical, Sonographic, and Surgical Correlation in an Adolescent Patient

## TL;DR

This case study presents the diagnosis and treatment of a severe testicular tear in a teenage athlete using clinical, ultrasound, and surgical methods.

## Contribution

The study provides a detailed clinical, sonographic, and surgical correlation in managing a rare testicular rupture in an adolescent.

## Key findings

- Scrotal ultrasound was critical for diagnosing and monitoring the testicular rupture.
- The case highlights the importance of combining clinical and imaging assessments for effective treatment planning.
- Surgical intervention was necessary for the extensive tear in the adolescent patient.

## Abstract

Testicular tears, although uncommon, require early detection and control for symptom relief and, most importantly, organ salvage. Clinical examination of the scrotum cannot solely facilitate a valid diagnosis. Depending on the severity of the scrotal injury, treatment can be either conservative or surgical. Scrotal ultrasound is the preferred examination not only for the depiction and surveillance of testicular ruptures but also for guiding treatment planning. This case study describes the clinical assessment, imaging investigation, and management of an extensive testicular tear in a 14-year-old adolescent football athlete.