Up-positioning of the Testes as Supportive Therapy in Patients With Acute Orchitis
Up-positioning of the Testes as Supportive Therapy in Patients With Acute Orchitis
This is a single-blinded RCT evaluating the value of up-positioning of the testes as
 supportive therapy in patients receiving antimicrobial treatment due to acute bacterial
 orchitis.
Inclusion Criteria:

 -  acute orchitis confirmed clinically and in scrotal ultrasound

 -  age >=18 yrs

 Exclusion Criteria:

 -  previous treatment of orchitis,

 -  need for exploration of the scrotum,

 -  need for hospitalization,

 -  physical and mental status not allowing for up-positioning of the testes during
 treatment