A Case of Testicular Rupture Diagnosed by Point-of-Care-Ultrasound

Abstract Point-of-care ultrasound is an expanding diagnostic tool in the pediatric emergency department. We describe a case of testicular rupture diagnosed by ultrasound at the bedside, which led to prompt surgical intervention and repair.

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