The cremasteric reflex¶
Nelson, W., & Bloom. (2003). The cremasteric reflex: a useful but imperfect sign in testicular torsion. 3468(03).
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- Cremasteric Reflex
- Documented torsion cases with a present reflex mean the finding cannot safely close the differential when other features remain concerning
This sourceNelson, Williams and Bloom's report of a surgically confirmed testicular torsion in which the cremasteric reflex was clearly present - a single case, but enough to defeat the claim that the reflex is absent in 100% of torsions.
- Documented torsion cases with a present reflex mean the finding cannot safely close the differential when other features remain concerning
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