Sutured point-fixation versus Jaboulay fixation for salvaged testicular torsion in children
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In brief
In brief
This retrospective study compared sutured point-fixation versus Jaboulay tunica plication techniques for testicular fixation following torsion in 244 pediatric patients. Both methods demonstrated equivalent effectiveness in preventing recurrent torsion with no significant differences in complications or return to theater rates, supporting Jaboulay fixation as a viable alternative to traditional sutured techniques.
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Background
Surgical techniques for fixation of the testis are varied and subject to ongoing debate. Non-sutured techniques may avoid the theoretical morbidities of sutured fixation of the testis yet are criticized for insufficient prophylaxis against future torsion. This study aims to compare outcomes between sutured (point-fixation) versus Jaboulay fixation.
Methods
Emergency scrotal explorations performed at a tertiary hospital in the state of South Australia between February 2002 and December 2017 were analyzed to identify cases of testicular torsion. Primary outcome measures included future testicular torsions and return to theater episodes following initial testicular fixation. Secondary outcome measures included re-presentations and post-operative complications.
Results
A total of 482 scrotal compartments were explored in 244 boys with acute testicular torsion. Testis fixation was performed using sutured point-fixation in 58.4% and Jaboulay tunica plication in 41.6%. No future testicular torsion occurred regardless of fixation technique. There were no significant differences in returns to theater (0.4% versus 1.2%, p = 0.12), re-presentations (6.9% versus 6.0%, p = 0.83), and post-operative complications (1.7% versus 1.8%, p = 1.0) in testes that previously underwent sutured or Jaboulay fixation, respectively.
Conclusion
Jaboulay testicular fixation techniques are comparable with sutured point-fixation techniques in effectiveness and morbidity.
Type of Study
Treatment Study.
Level of Evidence
Level III.