Journal of pediatric urology
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To evaluate the impact on testicular function of the surgical approach used to treat testicular torsion. ⋯ Testicular function is often compromised in patients with testicular torsion. Testis-preserving surgery yields better testicular function than orchiectomy in the short term if the testis is not obviously necrotic. Testicular torsion does not necessarily cause the circulation to cease completely, and preserving surgery can also sometimes be attempted after delayed diagnosis.