Question

Mr. McGivers, age 34, is admitted for emergency surgery to treat a "twisted" spermatic cord that is cutting off the blood supply to the testicle. Which position will be used for this procedure?

Option 1: Supine position
Option 2: Trendelenburg position
Option 3: Lithotomy position
Option 4: Fowler's position

Answer 1

The supine position (Option 1) is typically used for surgical procedures to treat testicular torsion, which involves correcting a twisted spermatic cord.

Step-by-step explanation:

The condition described, referred to as testicular torsion, is an emergency situation where swift surgical intervention is needed to untwist the spermatic cord and restore blood flow to the affected testicle. The position used for this surgical procedure is typically the supine position, which is Option 1. This position allows the surgeon the most direct access to the scrotal area to address the twisted spermatic cord promptly. It should be noted that the other positions mentioned have different uses: the Trendelenburg position is often used for abdominal surgery, the lithotomy position is used for procedures involving the pelvic area, and Fowler's position can be used for procedures involving the upper body or to aid breathing.