Splenogonadal Fusion Discovered by Testicular Torsion

Abstract

Splenogonadal fusion, which is adherence of splenic tissue to gonads, is an uncommon congenital anomaly which mainly affects males. Herein, we report a case of splenogonadal fusion in a 20-month-old boy presenting with acute scrotal pain and inflammation. With the suspicion of left testicular torsion, an emergent left scrotal exploration was carried out. It revealed a necrotic left testicle along with a 360° rotation of the spermatic cord and three accessory structures in the lower pole of the testicle. Histology showed the presence of a splenic tissue. Splenogonadal fusion can present as an acute condition mimicking a testicular torsion. But, one should always bear in mind the possibility of this association. Splenogonadal fusion should be included in differential diagnosis of testicular mass to avoid unnecessary orchidectomy.

Keywords

• splenogonadal fusion
• testis
• torsion