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Scrotum

Definition

The scrotum is a part of a male's body that is located below the . The scrotum is the sac (pouch) that contains the , epididymis, and the lower part of the spermatic cord (blood vessels and vas deferens).

References

Ball JW, Dains JE, Flynn JA, Solomon BS, Stewart RW. Male genitalia. In: Ball JW, Dains JE, Flynn JA, Solomon BS, Stewart RW, eds. Siedel's Guide to Physical Examination. 10th ed. St Louis, MO: Elsevier; 2023:chap 20.

Swartz MH. Male genitalia and hernias. In: Swartz MH, ed. Textbook of Physical Diagnosis: History and Examination. 8th ed. Philadelphia, PA: Elsevier; 2021:chap 18.

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Review Date: 7/1/2023

Reviewed By: Kelly L. Stratton, MD, FACS, Associate Professor, Department of Urology, University of Oklahoma Health Sciences Center, Oklahoma City, OK. Also reviewed by David C. Dugdale, MD, Medical Director, Brenda Conaway, Editorial Director, and the A.D.A.M. Editorial team.