Justine Whitaker Genital oedema
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Weinberger et al (2007) formulated an algorithm for the differential diagnosis of scrotal oedema to improve treatment planning. This algorithm highlights the need for multidisciplinary working to achieve the best outcome for patients. However, it mainly covers acute oedema, with chronic oedema forming only a small part of the pathway. Figure 1 redresses this balance, demonstrating how chronic oedema of the scrotum deserves its own place in the management process.
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