Orchitis and Epididymitis Quiz
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What is the best method for obtaining testicular or epididymal specimens for cytology and culture?

  • Testicular biopsy
  • Ultrasound-guided fine-needle aspiration (correct)
  • Epididymal biopsy
  • Specimens obtained during castration
  • Why is epididymal biopsy rarely performed?

  • Less accurate diagnostic results
  • Higher cost of the procedure
  • Greater risk of granuloma formation (correct)
  • Increased risk of bacterial contamination
  • What is the prognosis for maintaining fertility in infectious orchitis/epididymitis cases, even with appropriate antimicrobial treatment?

  • Excellent with supportive care alone
  • Guarded due to potential irreversible damage to the germinal epithelium (correct)
  • Poor due to lack of effective antimicrobial agents
  • Favorable with early detection and treatment
  • In cases of unilateral involvement, what should be done to protect the unaffected testis/epididymis from damage?

    <p>Hemicastration may be prudent</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the treatment of choice for orchitis and epididymitis when maintaining fertility is not important?

    <p>Castration</p> Signup and view all the answers

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