COLOR DOPPLER SONOGRAPHY OF THE SCROTUM IN CHILDREN

Color Doppler sonography is a well-accepted method for evaluating abno rmalities of the scrotum and testes in children. The use of color Dopp ler sonography is especially important in acute diseases, allowing the evaluation of both perfusion and morphology. Most previous reports of the use of color Doppler sonography in the scrotum have been in adult s [1-4]. In this pictorial essay, we illustrate normal and abnormal fi ndings on color Doppler sonograms of the scrotum in children, particul arly in prepubertal patients. Experience with vascular anatomy, inflam matory processes, testicular torsion, and tumors is emphasized.