Which one of the following is true regarding testicular torsion?

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Male Reproductive System

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Which one of the following is true regarding testicular torsion?

a) It is most common in boys under the age of 10
b) The cremasteric reflex is usually present
c) Surgical exploration and detorsion must be done within 6 hours of the onset in order to preserve testicular function
d) Testicular scanning is necessary prior to surgical exploration in order to document loss of blood flow to the testis
e) Testicular torsion is often preceded by a communicating hydrocele *
 
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