Testicular Ultrasound - Ultrasound of the Testicles

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Testicular ultrasound is an instrumental examination based on the use of an ultrasound probe, which allows to visualize the internal contents of the scrotum, ie testicles and adjacent structures.

Fast, not invasive at all, painless and very economical, testicular ultrasound is essential in the diagnosis of conditions such as: testicular cancer, hydrocele, hematocele, varicocele, epididymal cyst, testicular torsion, inguinal hernia, cryptorchidism and pain in the scrotum.
The scrotal ultrasound does not require any particular preparation in the days preceding it and has a total duration of 20-30 minutes.
Typically, the result of a testicular ultrasound is available a few minutes after it is performed.