Ultrasound imaging of scrotal wall thickening and its significance in the diagnosis of Fournier's gangrene in older men

Yair Safriel, Harris L. Cohen, Jean Torrisi

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Abstract

Scrotal sonograms of a series of older patients with scrotal wall thickening were analyzed retrospectively for associated sonographic, radiographic, and clinical features. Scrotal thickening in debilitated, older men can be a sign of more grave pathology and may be associated with a significant morbidity.

Original languageEnglish (US)
Pages (from-to)29-33
Number of pages5
JournalJournal of Diagnostic Medical Sonography
Volume16
Issue number1
StatePublished - 2000
Externally publishedYes

Keywords

  • Fournier's gangrene
  • Hydrocele
  • Scrotal wall
  • Ultrasound

ASJC Scopus subject areas

  • Radiology Nuclear Medicine and imaging

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