2025 ICD-10-CM code N44.02
(Active) Effective Date: N/A Diseases of male genital organs - Torsion of testis Diseases of the genitourinary system (N00-N99) Feed
Intravaginal torsion of spermatic cord.
Surgical intervention is medically necessary in cases of intravaginal torsion of the spermatic cord to prevent testicular ischemia and necrosis, which can lead to infertility. Prompt diagnosis and treatment are essential for preserving testicular function.
Diagnosis and management of this condition is the responsibility of a urologist or general surgeon.This often involves urgent surgical intervention to untwist the spermatic cord and restore blood flow to the testicle.
In simple words: Twisting of the cord that supplies blood to the testicle, occurring inside the scrotum.
Intravaginal torsion of spermatic cord. This condition involves the twisting of the spermatic cord within the tunica vaginalis, which can interrupt blood flow to the testicle.
Example 1: A 15-year-old male presents to the emergency room with acute scrotal pain and swelling. Physical examination reveals a tender, elevated testicle with a horizontally lie.Doppler ultrasound shows decreased blood flow to the affected testicle.The diagnosis of intravaginal torsion of spermatic cord is made, and the patient is taken for emergency surgery., A 20-year-old male wakes up with sudden onset of left testicular pain. The pain is severe and associated with nausea. He presents to the emergency department, and examination reveals tenderness and swelling of the left testicle. Ultrasound confirms the diagnosis of intravaginal torsion.The patient undergoes detorsion surgery., A newborn male is noted to have a swollen, discolored scrotum during his initial newborn examination. Ultrasound demonstrates decreased blood flow to the affected testicle. The diagnosis of intravaginal torsion is made. The infant undergoes surgical exploration and detorsion of the spermatic cord.
Documentation should include the presenting symptoms, physical exam findings (including the lie of the testicle), results of imaging studies (such as Doppler ultrasound), surgical findings (if surgery was performed), and any post-operative complications.
- Payment Status: Active
- Specialties:Urology, General Surgery, Pediatric Surgery
- Place of Service:Emergency Room - Hospital, Inpatient Hospital, Ambulatory Surgical Center