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Testicular Torsion

POAC Clinical Policy: Ultrasound to exclude Testicular Torsion

Policy Updated: October 2023

Background:

Requests have been received for POAC to fund scrotal ultrasound investigation for the purpose of excluding testicular torsion.  Diagnosis should usually be made based on clinical presentation; diagnosis and treatment should not be delayed. See relevant pathways:

POAC Funding:

POAC community ultrasound is available for the purpose of excluding low risk testicular torsion where:

  1. Discussed and endorsed by named urologist

  2. Same day scan can be arranged

Policy review date: October 2026

 

 

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