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Scrotal mass risk factors

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Overview

Depends on the causes of scrotal masses, risk factors are different,for example in testicular tortion the most potent risk factor is undescended testicle and genetic structural defects.

Risk factors

Depends on the causes of scrotal masses, risk factors are different,for example in testicular tortion the most potent risk factor is undescended testicle and genetic structural defects.

Common Risk Factors

  • Common Risk factors in scrotal masses include:
    • Undecsending testicle at birth
    • Genetic deformities
    • Sexual activity
    • Bladder obstruction
    • Urogenital malformations
    • Genetic deformities
    • Abdominal wall injury
    • Cryptorchidism
    • kleinfelter syn
    • Idiopathic

Less Common Risk Factors

    • Long time bicycle riding
    • Old age
    • White race
    • Idiopathic

References

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