Scrotal Abnormalities Flashcards
1
Q
what is Fourniers Gangrene?
A
necrotizing fasciitis of the sub q tissue of the perineum, often involving the scrotum.
2
Q
what sign will make you have a high suspicion of Fournier’s?
A
pain out of proportion to their physical exam finding
3
Q
signs and SX of Fourniers Gangrene
A
crepitus
edema of scrotum and other involved skin
blisters
pain
tachy
hypotension
4
Q
what might you see with CT and MRI of Fournier’s Gangrene?
A
air along the fascial planes or deeper tissue involvement
5
Q
TX of Fournier’s Gangrene
A
debridement
broad spectrum antibiotics (etrapenem)
fluids
MEDEVAC
6
Q
what is varicocele?
A
dilation of the pampiniform plexus of spermatic veins (usually left sided)
