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Torsion in an Ectopic Testis: A Case Report

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Torsion in the ectopic testis is a rare condition and very difficult to diagnose clinically. We present one such case with review of literature.

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  1. Dr D. Y. Patil Hospital, Nerul, Navi Mumbai, Maharashtra, 400076, India

    Bhavesh Doshi, Ashish Dhande, Anuradha Panchal, Bibekanand Mahapatra, Nisha Mandhane, Sandesh Deolekar & Shubha Sinha

  2. Krishna Kunj, Makwana Colony, L.T. Road, Dahisar(East), Mumbai, 400068, India

    Bhavesh Doshi, Ashish Dhande, Anuradha Panchal, Bibekanand Mahapatra, Nisha Mandhane, Sandesh Deolekar & Shubha Sinha

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Doshi, B., Dhande, A., Panchal, A. et al. Torsion in an Ectopic Testis: A Case Report. Indian J Surg 75 (Suppl 1), 308–309 (2013). https://doi.org/10.1007/s12262-012-0658-6

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