Spermatic cord

The spermatic cord is the name given to the cord-like structure formed by the vas deferens and surrounding tissue (veins, arteries, nerves, and lymphatic vessels) that run from the abdomen down to each testicle.

Related Topics:
Vas deferens - Vein - Arteries - Nerve - Lymphatic vessels - Abdomen - Testicle

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The spermatic cord is sensitive to torsion, in which the testicle rotates within its sac and kinks off its own blood supply. Testicular torsion may result in irreversible damage to the testicle within hours.

Related Topics:
Torsion - Testicular torsion

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