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Undescended testes are more prone to torsion. However, it is not as strong of a risk factor compared to a bell clapper deformity.
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Undescended testes
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Paraphimosis is a medical condition in which the foreskin becomes trapped behind the glans, causing swelling. It is not a common risk factor for testicular torsion.
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History of paraphimosis
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Trauma can precipitate testicular torsion, but it is not the most common risk factor out of the options given.
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Trauma
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A UTI does not typically lead to acute testicular pain and vomiting.
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UTI
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Bell clapper deformity is an anatomical abnormality where the testicles are not fixed to the scrotum, allowing them to rotate freely. This increases the risk of testicular torsion, which occurs when the spermatic cord twists and cuts off blood flow to the testicle, causing severe pain.
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Bell clapper deformity
Concept
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2693
4249
Testicular Torsion
Topic
143
Urology
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A 17-year-old male presents with sudden onset unilateral testicular pain and vomiting. He reports no recent trauma or trigger.

What is the most common risk factor for the most likely diagnosis?
a